Hawai‘i News EPA invests in innovative wetland projects throughout Pacific Southwest
Hawai‘i News Data from Big Island’s W. M. Keck Observatory reveals youngest planet outside…
Kauaʻi has been seeing green after Hurricane Lowell knocked down thousands of avocado trees
But Kauaʻiʻs unexpected agricultural bounty that started as a devastating challenge was turned into a community-wide, guacamole-fueled bonding experience called the Guac-Off. September 19, 2026 · 04:21am
What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Saturday about Hurricane Lowell recovery
The public is encouraged to stay safe, look out for one another and support local businesses as recovery efforts remain ongoing, especially in places that sustained significant damage; conditions...Hawai‘i News Hawai‘i REALTORS Charitable Foundation distributing $200K in hurricane relief funds
Hawai‘i News Increasing rents straining federal housing lifeline for thousands of Hawaiʻi families…
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US Coast Guard restores navigation aids, reopens harbors following Hurricane Lowell
Pacific Missile Range Facility guest passes reopen with limited access and select sites
DMV closed on Kauaʻi due to fire leaving residents who need license renewals in limbo
All state parks on Kauaʻi will remain closed for foreseeable future due to Hurricane…
American Red Cross volunteers traveled around Kaua‘i, offering food, water, gloves, hugs…
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Arizona farm sending Hawaiʻi 1 million eggs as part of federal price-fixing settlement
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Kaua‘i News
Līhuʻe Civic Center in-person services remain closed; Real Property Division open for deadline
Some offices could reopen sooner than others, depending on when computer systems are restored. The county will share updates as in-person services resume.
EPA invests in innovative wetland projects throughout Pacific Southwest
Effort includes $467,075 coming to Hawai’i for expansion of community stewardship at restored wetland sites, increasing coordination among agencies, landowners and organizations working on wetland restoration and reducing regulatory barriers for wetland restoration practitioners.
Data from Big Island’s W. M. Keck Observatory reveals youngest planet outside solar system
The planet, known as Elias 2-24 b, is still gathering material from the disk of gas and dust surrounding its young host star, allowing scientists to study a giant planet that is growing.
Hawai‘i REALTORS Charitable Foundation distributing $200K in hurricane relief funds
Grants of up to $1,000 are available to Hawai‘i residents impacted by Hurricane/Tropical Storm Lala and Hurricane Lowell, with a Nov. 4 deadline to apply.
Increasing rents straining federal housing lifeline for thousands of Hawaiʻi families, UHERO report finds
Federal spending on Hawaiʻi’s tenant-based rental vouchers — more commonly called Section 8 housing — more than tripled since 2003, even after accounting for inflation; yet, the number of families getting assistance only modestly grew; the reason is simple: Hawaiʻi rents climbed dramatically.
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Hawaii News
EPA invests in innovative wetland projects throughout Pacific Southwest
Effort includes $467,075 coming to Hawai’i for expansion of community stewardship at restored wetland sites, increasing coordination among agencies, landowners and organizations working on wetland restoration and reducing regulatory barriers for wetland restoration practitioners.
Data from Big Island’s W. M. Keck Observatory reveals youngest planet outside solar system
The planet, known as Elias 2-24 b, is still gathering material from the disk of gas and dust surrounding its young host star, allowing scientists to study a giant planet that is growing.
Hawai‘i REALTORS Charitable Foundation distributing $200K in hurricane relief funds
Grants of up to $1,000 are available to Hawai‘i residents impacted by Hurricane/Tropical Storm Lala and Hurricane Lowell, with a Nov. 4 deadline to apply.
Increasing rents straining federal housing lifeline for thousands of Hawaiʻi families, UHERO report finds
Federal spending on Hawaiʻi’s tenant-based rental vouchers — more commonly called Section 8 housing — more than tripled since 2003, even after accounting for inflation; yet, the number of families getting assistance only modestly grew; the reason is simple: Hawaiʻi rents climbed dramatically.
What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Saturday about Hurricane Lowell recovery
The public is encouraged to stay safe, look out for one another and support local businesses as recovery efforts remain ongoing, especially in places that sustained significant damage; conditions continue to improve in many areas, and additional services and facilities are returning to normal.
Hawaiʻi State Commission on the Status of Women honors exemplary commissioners, asks for volunteers
Kauaʻi, Maui and Oʻahu commissioner applicants needed; anyone interested in serving in any of those posts is encouraged to submit an application by the end of 2026, especially for the Kauaʻi and Maui seats to ensure they continue to have voting representation.
Big Island News
Pacific Southwest wetland projects get boost from investment by US Environmental Protection Agency
Effort includes $467,075 coming to Hawai'i for expansion of community stewardship at restored wetland sites, increasing coordination among agencies, landowners and organizations working on wetland restoration and reducing regulatory barriers for wetland restoration practitioners.
Total of $200K in hurricane relief funds available through Hawai‘i REALTORS Charitable Foundation
Grants of up to $1,000 are available to Hawai‘i residents impacted by Hurricane/Tropical Storm Lala and Hurricane Lowell, with a Nov. 4 deadline to apply.
Maui News
Public invited to attend War Memorial Gymnasium blessing Friday, Sept. 25
Community members are invited to attend a blessing ceremony at noon Friday, Sept. 25, 2026, for the newly renovated War Memorial Gymnasium in Wailuku. The blessing ceremony will take place ahead of the project’s full completion. Following the ceremony, the gymnasium will transition into a soft-opening period as finishing details are completed.
USPS hosting Passport Fair at Kahului Post Office, Sept. 26, 2026
Kahului Post Office is adding extra appointment times to help with new passport or passport card applications, including application acceptance, on-site passport photos, and guidance from certified USPS passport clerks.
Hawai‘i Realtors Charitable Foundation distributing $200,000 in Hurricane Relief
The Hawai‘i Realtors Charitable Foundation, the charitable arm of Hawai‘i Realtors, is encouraging Hawai‘i residents to apply for grants up to $1,000 to help offset the impact of Hurricane/Tropical Storm Lala and Hurricane Lowell.
