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Grand Hyatt Kaua‘i honors long-term colleagues, local foundations in honor of its 35th anniversary

The resort and Takenaka Corporation recently presented 4 organizations with $100,000 each in continued support of the Kauaʻi community and celebrated colleagues who have worked 30-plus years at the resort with a luncheon and presentation of financial gifts.

Forecast calls for snow falling in Poʻipū as Suite Paradise hosts free photos with Santa

The vacation rental property management firm partners with Aloha Island Rentals for special holiday event that includes food drive to benefit Kaua‘i Food Bank.

New Kauaʻi County law will prohibit sale, rental of disposable foam bodyboards in one year

The ordinance reflects Kauaʻi County’s ongoing commitment to environmental stewardship, waste reduction, and public health, while promoting practical solutions that minimize human impact on Kaua‘i’s coastlines and natural habitats.

State reports second wastewater detection of measles in West Maui County

The latest positive sample was collected Nov. 30 and follows an earlier detection of measles virus in Maui wastewater from samples collected Nov. 18 in Central and West Maui.

State launches new crime statistics dashboard

The Hawai‘i Crime Dashboard displays police-level crime statistics produced through the state’s participation in the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Uniform Crime Reporting Program, using data based on National Incident-Based Reporting System standards.

Findings make key links between land-sea nutrients, impacts

“Understanding water quality is a fundamental challenge for everyone: it is key to assessing coral reef health and it is inseparable from human health,” said study co-author Nyssa Silbiger.
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The Hawaiian legends of the Nāpali Coast
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State reports second wastewater detection of measles in West Maui County

The latest positive sample was collected Nov. 30 and follows an earlier detection of measles virus in Maui wastewater from samples collected Nov. 18 in Central and West Maui.

State launches new crime statistics dashboard

The Hawai‘i Crime Dashboard displays police-level crime statistics produced through the state’s participation in the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Uniform Crime Reporting Program, using data based on National Incident-Based Reporting System standards.

Findings make key links between land-sea nutrients, impacts

“Understanding water quality is a fundamental challenge for everyone: it is key to assessing coral reef health and it is inseparable from human health,” said study co-author Nyssa Silbiger.

Hone your high-demand creative industry skills with upcoming training opportunities

Enrollment for Foundational Safety course now open; registration due by Dec. 19 for in-demand production training starting in January 2026.

University of Hawaiʻi announces fall 2025 commencement schedule for 4-year campuses

All 10 University of Hawaiʻi campuses throughout the state will host spring commencement services in May 2026.

Maui man, convicted felon, sentenced to 40 months for possessing explosive powder

Jess Kiesel Lee, 43, of Kula, Maui, was sentenced last week by US District Judge Jill A. Otake to 40 months of imprisonment followed by three years of supervised release for possessing, as a convicted felon, explosive powder.

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U.S. National Guard members get free entry this weekend to Pearl Harbor Historic Sites

Free admission, in celebration of the National Guard's birthday, is offered to active duty Guard members, retirees, their dependents and veterans.

Motorists advised to prepare for new Waikōloa Village traffic signal this weekend

A new traffic signal at the intersection of Waikōloa Road, Paniolo Avenue, and Pūā Melia Street in Waikōloa Village will be fully operational on Monday, Dec. 15, after a preparation period, starting on Friday, Dec. 12.

UPDATE: High bacteria notification canceled at Onekahakaha Beach in Hilo

State reports water sample retesting results show that bacteria levels no longer exceed the threshold level.

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for December 11, 2025

A front will bring a round of showers to Kauai tonight and Oahu early Thursday before stalling over Maui County during the day. Limited rainfall is then...

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Schatz calls for passage of Kids Off Social Media Act following new law in Australia

Following the implementation of Australia’s social media ban for children, US Sen. Brian Schatz called on Congress to pass the Kids Off Social Media Act. The bipartisan bill would keep young children under the age of 13 off social media and protect teenagers from the harmful impacts of algorithmic targeting.

Maui Surf Forecast for December 11, 2025

A moderate, long period northwest swell (320 degree) will hold before reinforcing north- northwest swell (330 degree) fills in tonight and peaks Thursday...

Lukas Nelson, Paul Simon return to the MACC for benefit concert Jan. 10

Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Lukas Nelson will headline "Lōkahi: A Celebration of Maui" with Paul Simon, Stephen Wilson Jr., Lily Meola, the Maui Country Band, plus friends & family, for a benefit concert to support an initiative to address Maui's shortage of healthcare professionals.

Book Trust wins international award for national literacy initiative

Book Trust, a national early literacy nonprofit, has been recognized for its “Read Together Hero Moment” project. The reading initiative stood out among 2,000 submissions from 42 countries in the 5th Annual Anthem Awards.