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    • Wind advisory expands to include south Kauaʻi

    The National Weather Service updates its wind advisory to include south Kauaʻi, which is in effect until 6 p.m. Saturday.

    Hawai‘i News University of Hawaiʻi extends fall application deadline

    Business State news in brief for July 31: New administrator, new jobs projection and projects…

    Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative celebrates accomplishments, progress

    More than 100 people attended the cooperative's 24th annual Membership Meeting, learning about its 2025 financial performance and more. July 31, 2026 · 05:00am

    Nonprofits can apply for bus passes to help Kaua‘i residents

    The Kauaʻi Bus Pass Outreach Program aims to assist with bus passes to low-income households and individuals with transportation needs through eligible nonprofit organizations.

    Community Goodwill schedules next reuse collection event at Kaua‘i Resource Center

    Hawai‘i News Volcano Watch: A decade of disaster response; mahalo to Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense…

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    Wind advisory expands to include south Kauaʻi

    The National Weather Service updates its wind advisory to include south Kauaʻi, which is in effect until 6 p.m. Saturday.

    University of Hawaiʻi extends fall application deadline

    Nine of the university system’s campuses — including all 7 community colleges, University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo and University of Hawaiʻi-West Oʻahu — extended their application deadline to Aug. 14; classes begin Aug. 24.

    State news in brief for July 31: New administrator, new jobs projection and projects selected

    A quick look at news happening throughout the state.

    Goodwill schedules next reuse collection event at Kaua‘i Resource Center

    Mark your calendars now, as the next monthly event is planned for 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 14 at the facility in Līhu‘e.

    Volcano Watch: A decade of disaster response; mahalo to Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense Administrator Talmadge Magno

    Magno, who navigated the Hawaiʻi Island response to volcanic eruptions from multiple volcanoes, the COVID-19 pandemic, fires, earthquakes, tsunami warnings, hurricanes and historic kona low storms, retires effective Aug. 1.

    Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative celebrates accomplishments, progress

    More than 100 people attended the cooperative’s 24th annual Membership Meeting, learning about its 2025 financial performance and more.
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    Nāpali Coast’s sacred side: Heiau, caves, moon calendar and ancient Hawaiian history
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    The Hawaiian legends of the Nāpali Coast
    Nāpali Coast by season: Best times for hiking, photography, wildlife viewing, boat tours

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    University of Hawaiʻi extends fall application deadline

    Nine of the university system’s campuses — including all 7 community colleges, University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo and University of Hawaiʻi-West Oʻahu — extended their application deadline to Aug. 14; classes begin Aug. 24.

    State news in brief for July 31: New administrator, new jobs projection and projects selected

    A quick look at news happening throughout the state.

    Volcano Watch: A decade of disaster response; mahalo to Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense Administrator Talmadge Magno

    Magno, who navigated the Hawaiʻi Island response to volcanic eruptions from multiple volcanoes, the COVID-19 pandemic, fires, earthquakes, tsunami warnings, hurricanes and historic kona low storms, retires effective Aug. 1.

    New research finds Hawaiʻi corals might have time to adapt to future heat stress

    University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa oceanographers used high-resolution modeling that includes small-scale processes to examine projected heat stress on coral reefs during the 21st century and compared this heat stress to previous estimates of the rate corals might adapt to changing conditions.

    2026 Community Enrichment Program recipients announced by Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority

    Several Kauaʻi organizations among 49 throughout the state selected to receive funding and present authentic experiences for the residents and visitors from July through December.

    Motorcyclist in critical condition following collision with vehicle on Kaua‘i

    The driver who struck the motorcyclist has a history of more than 70 misdemeanor arrests, including nine traffic citations for driving without a license, and five arrests for driving without a license.

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    Hawaii County Weather Forecast for August 01, 2026

    A strong surface high will continue to build north of the state through tonight, bringing windy trade winds through Saturday afternoon. A drier and more...

    Hawaii County Surf Forecast for August 01, 2026

    The current south swell will continue to fade through Saturday. This will be followed by the occasional small, medium period pulse of energy out of the...

    Wind advisory in effect for portions of Big Island, winds may impact water service in Waimea, Waikōloa

    High winds may impact electric, water service in Waimea and Waikōloa through the weekend, according to the Department of Water Supply.

    Top bartenders to compete during 4th annual Kuleana Rum Works Cocktail Classic

    The friendly competition's goal is to bring the cocktail community together and showcase what island bartenders can do while creating a space where they can show off their creativity and all-around professionalism.

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    Maui affordable housing manager Laura Valenzuela appointed to the Hawaiʻi State Ethics Commission

    Gov. Josh Green appointed Maui affordable housing manager Laura Valenzuela to the Hawaiʻi State Ethics Commission on Friday. The governor also selected five other community leaders for state oversight roles, including seats on the Hawaiian Homes and Campaign Spending commissions.

    Hawaiʻi DOH confirms fourth case of cyclosporiasis

    The individual traveled internationally before returning to Hawaiʻi prior to getting sick. The assessment of risk of cyclosporiasis to the public in Hawaiʻi remains low.

    Groundbreaking ceremony for Lahaina Recreation Center playground highlights hope, renewal, resilience

    County of Maui officials, project partners and community members gathered Thursday, July 30, 2026, to mark the groundbreaking and blessing ceremony for the Lahaina Recreation Center playground, a highly anticipated project that symbolizes hope, renewal and resilience for the West Maui community.

    Public Safety Power Shutoff watch: Hawaiian Electric monitoring wildfire risk conditions

    Hawaiian Electric is monitoring high winds and dry conditions in West Maui, Ōmaʻopio and Pūlehu in Kahului, and areas of Hawaiʻi Island which may lead to an increased risk of wildfires. At this time, the company is in a Public Safety Power Shutoff “watch” condition, meaning that if weather conditions intensify in the next 24 to 48 hours Hawaiian Electric may proactively shut off power in communities with high exposure to wildfire risk.