Hawaii News Trump threatens SNAP benefits again if Democratic-controlled states don’t comply
Kauai News Repaving work scheduled for road in Kīlauea
Hawaiʻi Foodbank Kauaʻi to host gala in hopes of raising funds for food security
Funds raised at the gala will help Hawai‘i Foodbank Kaua‘i continue its work to provide fresh, healthy, and locally grown foods to tables through its partner agencies, school pantries, and mobile pantry distributions. December 02, 2025 · 05:00am
Support for home gardeners: University of Hawaiʻi seeks input to shape new programs
Researchers are looking to document everything from the types of crops grown and water usage to educational resources and support for home gardens.Hawaii News Learn more about state’s plan to battle invasive species in Hawai‘i through new…
Kauai News No injuries reported following fire at mini mart on Kaua‘i
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Veterans Affairs houses largest number of homeless veterans in 7 years
Officials advise no swimming, ocean activities along north-facing shores
Road closures, other changes announced for upcoming 2025 Lights on Rice Parade
Public invited to Holly Jolly Holiday Fair at Grand Hyatt Resort and Spa
Waimea and Kapaʻa high school football teams go down fighting in state championship games
U.S. Postal Service ready to deliver Hawai‘i’s holiday season mail, shipping needs
UPDATE: High surf warning downgraded to advisory for portions of Kauaʻi, Niʻihau
Governor’s military leased lands advisory panel meets for first time
Utility work, one-lane closures scheduled for Kawaihau Road in Kapaʻa through December
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Kaua‘i News
Trump threatens SNAP benefits again if Democratic-controlled states don’t comply
Trump’s administration says funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also still commonly referred to as food stamps, will not be distributed starting next week unless those states give up requested information about benefit recipients.
Support for home gardeners: University of Hawaiʻi seeks input to shape new programs
Researchers are looking to document everything from the types of crops grown and water usage to educational resources and support for home gardens.
Hawaiʻi Foodbank Kauaʻi to host gala in hopes of raising funds for food security
Funds raised at the gala will help Hawai‘i Foodbank Kaua‘i continue its work to provide fresh, healthy, and locally grown foods to tables through its partner agencies, school pantries, and mobile pantry distributions.
Repaving work scheduled for road in Kīlauea
The closure begins on Wednesday and will continue through Dec. 19, weather permitting.
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Hawaii News
Trump threatens SNAP benefits again if Democratic-controlled states don’t comply
Trump’s administration says funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also still commonly referred to as food stamps, will not be distributed starting next week unless those states give up requested information about benefit recipients.
Support for home gardeners: University of Hawaiʻi seeks input to shape new programs
Researchers are looking to document everything from the types of crops grown and water usage to educational resources and support for home gardens.
Learn more about state’s plan to battle invasive species in Hawai‘i through new website
The website is designed to better coordinate and document programs and activities in the battle against invasive species statewide.
Show University of Hawaiʻi students they are supported by making a gift on Giving Tuesday
Make a meaningful difference in a University of Hawaiʻi student’s life this Giving Tuesday; help them stay focused when unexpected challenges arise and know they are cared for, valued and able to thrive.
Big Island News
SNAP benefits in jeopardy again as Trump threatens to freeze funds for Democratic-controlled states
Trump's administration says funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also still commonly referred to as food stamps, would not be distributed starting next week unless those states give up information about benefit recipients.
UPDATE: Brown water advisory lifted for Hilo Bay, Hāmākua Coast 22 days after issued
Hawaiʻi Department of Health originally issued the advisory Nov. 10 because of high surf, heavy rain resulting in stormwater runoff into the bay and along the coast.
Maui News
Ilokano series rooted in Maui sugar plantation history selected for international festivals
"All the Things I Leave You (Patawid)," an Ilokano-language drama series rooted in the legacy of Maui's sugar workers, is gaining international attention following its world premiere at NewFest: New York’s LGBTQ+ Film Festival and a special screening at the International Nakem Conference at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa.
Help bring Christmas joy to keiki and kūpuna in need, through Dec. 12
Maui County Federal Credit Union (FCU) is partnering with The Salvation Army’s Angel Tree program to brighten the holidays for keiki and kūpuna in need across Maui. Now through Dec. 12, 2025, community members are encouraged to visit any Maui County FCU branch in Kahului, Lahaina, or Wailuku to pick up an Angel Tree tag, purchase the requested gift, and return it with the tag to the same branch.
Maui Walking Tours hosts Christmas Carol Tour for the 2025 holiday season
Maui Walking Tours has announced the return of the Kīhei Christmas Carol Walking Tour, a festive, family-friendly experience that brings the spirit of the holidays to life along an oceanfront route.
Scholarship applications open for Cohort 7 of HACA’s value-added entrepreneur program
Hawai‘i Ag & Culinary Alliance (HACA) announced that applications are now open for Cohort 7 of the Cottage Industry to Commercial Enterprise Scholarship, a workforce and business development initiative designed to help Hawaiʻi's value-added food entrepreneurs expand from small-batch production to commercial success. Applications are open now through Dec. 31, 2025.
