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Fees increase for annual vehicle safety inspections in Hawaiʻi, beginning July 1
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation said the 75-cent increase is needed to cover the vendor costs to administer and manage the safety check program.
Mark Oyama wins Kauaʻi Poke Fest with torched Kauaʻi shrimp
The two-day festival at Kōloa Landing Resort blended celebrity chef flair, fresh island flavors and fierce poke competition to honor Hawai‘i’s favorite dish.
Anglers cast lines as trout season opens at Pu‘u Lua Reservoir on Kauaʻi
The opening of the annual fishing season at Koke‘e on Kauaʻi brought anglers of all ages to Pu‘u Lua Reservoir to catch rainbow trout.
Water service shutdown scheduled in Hanalei to replace water main infrastructure
According to county officials, the replacement is needed to meet current water system standards, including existing fire flow requirements.
Locally made ‘ulu pancake mix hits grocery stores statewide
The pancake mix was created by the Hawai‘i ‘Ulu Cooperative, a group of 180 ‘ulu farmers throughout the state.
Kaua‘i community invited to Touch-A-Truck annual event
Explore a variety of vehicles at the Vidinha Stadium parking lot in Līhu‘e, including a sanitation truck, dump truck, a police car and more.
Volcano Watch: Six Months of Halemaʻumaʻu Lava Fountains
There is much to appreciate about the ongoing Kīlauea summit eruption as it approaches its 6-month anniversary on June 23. The stunning episodic lava fountains and lava flows erupting within Halemaʻumaʻu crater in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park have provided island residents and visitors with safe and accessible viewing opportunities. However, volcanic hazards are always present.
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Maui Surf Forecast for June 17, 2025
A series of small, long-period, south swells will help boost surf heights along south facing shores though the week. The current south swell will...
Bacon Universal becomes facility sponsor of the Oskie Rice Event Center
Bacon Universal, the exclusive dealer for Kubota and Komatsu equipment in Hawaiʻi, has announced a new partnership with the Oskie Rice Event Center, signing on as a facility sponsor under an initial one-year agreement.
Beginning July 1, Hawai‘i drivers to pay more for annual vehicle safety inspections
Starting July 1, 2025, the fee for a Hawai‘i vehicle safety inspection will increase by 75 cents to $25.75 for automobiles and trucks and to $17.75 for motorcycles and trailers. This is the first fee increase for vehicle safety inspections since 2017, according to the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation. The department reports that the increase […]
Zoe Alexandra Asue to rein as 2025 Makawao Stampede Queen
Pukalani resident Zoe Alexandra Asue has been named as 2025 Makawao Stampede Queen, according to an announcement from the Oskie Rice Event Center and Kaonoulu Ranch. Asue, 23, is the daughter of Alysha Asue and Brandon Kusunoki. Her sister is Hunter Asue-Kusunoki, and her grandparents are Wayne and Leonora Asue. Zoe Asue is from a […]
Matt Elliott approved by BOR as next UH Mānoa athletics director
The University of Hawaiʻi Board of Regents unanimously approved the appointment of Matt Elliott as UH Mānoa’s next athletics director during a special meeting on June 16. Elliott was selected by UH President Wendy Hensel following a national search that drew more than 110 applicants. His first day will be June 30, 2025.
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Hawai‘i drivers to pay more for annual vehicle safety inspections beginning July 1
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation said the 75-cent increase is needed to cover the vendor costs to administer and manage the safety check program.
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for June 17, 2025
Breezy trades will persist through Tuesday, ease slightly Wednesday through Friday, then become breezy again during the weekend. Clouds and showers will...
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for June 17, 2025
A series of small, long-period, south swells will help boost surf heights along south facing shores though the week. The current south swell will...
