Business FY 2026 Innovation Grant awards announced
Community Road closure scheduled for portion of Kress Street in Līhu‘e
How much does a Thanksgiving meal cost on Kauaʻi?
Kauaʻi's escalating food prices come to light as pre-Thanksgiving grocery shopping reveals a stark contrast in turkey prices between local and mainland markets. November 26, 2025 · 05:00am
Rubbish pickup delayed in Po‘ipū, Kōloa
Residential trash service will not be conducted Nov. 27 because of staffing issues. Pickup is now anticipated to be completed by 3:30 p.m. Nov. 28.Hawaii News Juliet Madrid receives inaugural award for exceptional promise during state government…
Hawaii News U.S. representatives Tokuda, Case want to hear from Hawaiʻi constituents about 2026…
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Kaua’i Performing Arts Center offers $10 holiday theater for families
High surf advisory for north and west shores of Kauaʻi, Niʻihau beginning 6 a.m…
Kapaʻa Middle School Choir launches fundraiser for 2026 National Music Festival
Līhu‘e Town Plaza welcomes 3 new tenants
Grand Hyatt Kaua‘i hosts festive Thanksgiving buffet, annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
Public invited to learn how federal changes are impacting Hawai‘i’s food, energy…
Schatz: Hawai’i to receive $31M in new federal funding to expand high-speed internet
UPDATE: Swell peaked, will continue to decline; high surf advisory canceled
U.S. Postal Service to observe Thanksgiving holiday; post offices will be closed Nov. 27
Hundreds expected at Salvation Army Thanksgiving events across Kaua’i
First corals of opportunity collected for Kauaʻi’s new coral restoration nursery
Kaua’i County offices, facilities to close for Thanksgiving; but residential garbage…
Updated State of Hawaiʻi Sea Level Rise Viewer supports smarter coastal planning
Par Hawai‘i, Hele raising funds to help food banks throughout state; customers can also…
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Kaua‘i News
Kaua’i Council bans disposable polystyrene bodyboards under Bill 2976
The Kauaʻi County Council has taken a bold step in environmental conservation by passing Bill 2976.
Rubbish pickup delayed in Po‘ipū, Kōloa
Residential trash service will not be conducted Nov. 27 because of staffing issues. Pickup is now anticipated to be completed by 3:30 p.m. Nov. 28.
FY 2026 Innovation Grant awards announced
Kaua‘i County Office of Economic Development received a total of 28 proposals; a selection committee reviewed all eligible projects and selected 12 to be awarded.
Road closure scheduled for portion of Kress Street in Līhu‘e
The closure Nov. 28 is necessary for Kaua‘i County Roads Division crews to perform road striping repairs within the county’s right-of-way.
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Hawaii News
Juliet Madrid receives inaugural award for exceptional promise during state government internship
Juliet Madrid successfully completed an internship with the Disability Compensation Division and now works at the Kauaʻi District Health Office.
U.S. representatives Tokuda, Case want to hear from Hawaiʻi constituents about 2026 priorities
U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda and U.S. Rep. Ed Case have each put out their own survey, which they want their constituents to fill out to better understand priorities for 2026.
Hawaiʻi Island struck by magnitude 4.6 earthquake Tuesday night; no reports of damage
The tremor followed the end of episode 37 lava fountaining on Kīlauea by 10 minutes, but does not appear directly related to the eruption, the U.S. Geological Survey said.
Hawai’i Attorney General urges Shopify to crackdown on e-cigarettes as part of bipartisan coalition
The coalition highlights that a more comprehensive solution is necessary because merchants continue to use Shopify’s services to sell illegal e-cigarettes.
Big Island News
Hawaiʻi Belt Road to be reduced to one lane at Hakalau Bridge with planned makai lane closure
The closure is necessary so repairs to the foundation of the bridge can continue, is necessary in preparation for the overall Hakalau Bridge Rehabilitation Project, which is expected to begin in fall 2027.
Chef Sam Choy and Walmart team up to feed firefighters on Thanksgiving
Renowned Chef Sam Choy, in collaboration with Kona Walmart, will provide home-cooked Thanksgiving meals to two local fire stations as a heartfelt tribute to West Side firefighters this Thursday.
Maui News
Kīhei 4th Friday’s ‘Black Friday’ Town Party to feature Nuff Sedd
Kīhei 4th Friday Town Party lands on "Black Friday," Nov. 28. The popular community event will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Azeka Shopping Center Mauka.
County of Maui offices to be closed Thursday for Thanksgiving holiday
County of Maui offices, facilities and services will be closed or modified on Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025, for the Thanksgiving Day holiday.
Operation Keiki Shield 29 nets three internet predators on Oʻahu
Three individuals have been arrested on Oʻahu as part of Operation Keiki Shield 29. Law enforcement officers conducted the operation statewide and the arrests, on charges related to internet facilitated sexual offenses against children, were made between Friday, Nov. 7 and Sunday, Nov. 9.
Queen Kaʻahumanu Center welcomes local makers for a month of holiday pop-ups
This December, Queen Kaʻahumanu Center is celebrating the holidays by spotlighting Hawaiʻi-based creators and brands through a series of special pop-up shops throughout the center. Featured Hawaiʻi brands include: Lokal Vibes, Manaola Hawaiʻi, Happy Wahine, Kahulaleʻa, Born Hawaiʻi, and Get Nutz Wear.
