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Kaua‘i News Several people suffer serious injuries following 3-car crash in Līhu‘e
Authorities find no evidence of foul play after body pulled from Kaua‘i waters
An autopsy is pending to determine the official cause of death and any contributing factors. August 03, 2026 · 08:49am
Deadline approaching to apply for 2026 ‘Ohina Labs for filmmakers
There's just 1 more week left to submit short screenplays and apply for a free annual workshop this fall, with a chance to win the ‘Ohina Greenlight Award — receiving support for their winning script to become a completed short film produced and filmed in Hawai‘i.Hawai‘i News Education news in brief for Aug. 3: Japanese studies, student satisfaction, men’s…
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Statewide Hawaiʻi Safety Survey underway
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Kaua’i County online live auction scheduled to begin Aug. 10
News in brief for Aug. 2: Disaster case referrals, paid leave, academic honors, Feehan…
Kauaʻi Police Department officers earn Mothers Against Drunk Driving award
State Capitol now hive of activity after Office of Elections moves in
Overnight water service shutdown scheduled for portions of Kapaʻa
Kaua‘i Fire Department hosts graduation ceremony for 35th recruit class
Road closures scheduled for Ala Wai Road in Waimea
Lane closures scheduled through Aug. 7 on several roadways around Kaua‘i
Lane, road closures scheduled for Kilikina Place
What you need to know about Kaua‘i County’s Aug. 8 primary election
University of Hawaiʻi extends fall application deadline
State news in brief for July 31: New administrator, new jobs projection and projects…
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Kaua‘i News
Deadline approaching to apply for 2026 ‘Ohina Labs for filmmakers
There’s just 1 more week left to submit short screenplays and apply for a free annual workshop this fall, with a chance to win the ‘Ohina Greenlight Award — receiving support for their winning script to become a completed short film produced and filmed in Hawai‘i.
Visitor spending, arrivals increase slightly for June compared with a year ago
Preliminary state statistics show total visitor spending in June was $1.98 billion, a 0.6% increase from June last year, with 858,577 total visitors last month, up 0.2% compared with 857,102 visitors in June 2025.
Several people suffer serious injuries following 3-car crash in Līhu‘e
All individuals injured in the crash were treated and released.
Education news in brief for Aug. 3: Japanese studies, student satisfaction, men’s soccer and more
A quick look at education news from around the Big Island and throughout the state.
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Hawaii News
Deadline approaching to apply for 2026 ‘Ohina Labs for filmmakers
There’s just 1 more week left to submit short screenplays and apply for a free annual workshop this fall, with a chance to win the ‘Ohina Greenlight Award — receiving support for their winning script to become a completed short film produced and filmed in Hawai‘i.
Visitor spending, arrivals increase slightly for June compared with a year ago
Preliminary state statistics show total visitor spending in June was $1.98 billion, a 0.6% increase from June last year, with 858,577 total visitors last month, up 0.2% compared with 857,102 visitors in June 2025.
Education news in brief for Aug. 3: Japanese studies, student satisfaction, men’s soccer and more
A quick look at education news from around the Big Island and throughout the state.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs launches nationwide search for chief executive officer
The board seeks a mission-driven executive with extensive senior leadership experience, demonstrated organizational and financial management expertise as well as a deep understanding of Native Hawaiian history, culture, values and contemporary issues.
Big Island News
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for August 04, 2026
Trade winds will remain light to moderate through much of the week as the remnant circulation of Tropical Cyclone Genevieve lingers far NE of the islands...
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for August 04, 2026
Background south swell will maintain surf below seasonal averages for the south shores through much of the the week. A small, long period south swell is...
Application deadline extended for fall classes at most University of Hawaiʻi campuses
Nine of the university system's campuses — including all 7 community colleges, University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo and University of Hawaiʻi-West Oʻahu — extended their application deadline to Aug. 14, with classes beginning Aug. 24.
Maui News
Maui Surf Forecast for August 04, 2026
Background south swell will maintain surf below seasonal averages for the south shores through much of the the week. A small, long period south swell is...
County Office on Aging, Pacific Cancer Foundation offer free, six-week workshop on surviving cancer
Individuals living with cancer, cancer survivors and their caregivers are invited to participate in “Cancer: Thriving & Surviving,” a free six-week workshop designed to help participants build practical skills for living well during and after a cancer diagnosis.
More than $300,000 from Chan Zuckerberg Kaua‘i Community Fund to support Kauaʻi schools, teachers, and students
To kick off the new school year, the Chan Zuckerberg Kauaʻi Community Fund of the Hawaiʻi Community Foundation has committed more than $330,000 in unrestricted funds to support Kauaʻi’s 16 public schools, seven public charter schools, and Kumu’s Cupboard, a nonprofit that provides free supplies to teachers and other educational support staff year-round through its store in Līhuʻe.
