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Island residents alerted about recalled carrots linked to E. coli outbreak on mainland

There had been one death, 39 reported illnesses and 15 hospitalizations as of Nov. 19 in 18 states connected with the outbreak. State health officials are investigating if the carrots have caused illness or adverse effects in Hawaiʻi.

Kama‘āina welcomed aboard new Hawaiian Airlines program Huaka‘i by Hawaiian

Free benefits program, taking off in January 2025, offers Hawai‘i residents greater value when flying with the airline on neighbor island trips, including free checked bag and 10% or 20% of one booking per quarter.

County anticipates rubbish collection delays through early next year

Kaua‘i County Public Works Solid Waste explained that because the Kapa‘a transfer station is closed and under renovation and the Līhu‘e transfer station is still under construction, individual rubbish trucks must offload at the landfill instead of transfer stations, resulting in longer haul times.

Kapa‘a Swimming Pool to be temporarily closed in December

The closure from Dec. 1-16 is necessary so contractor Pacific Concrete, Cutting & Coring can repair the pool’s concrete deck.

Hundreds of coral colonies recovered for restoration in ‘massive effort’ on Big Island

Collaboration of conservation divers successfully removed and relocated nearly 11 years of coral growth from a decommissioned fish farm pipe ring during complex 3-day operation in West Hawai‘i waters.

USDA grants big bucks to DA BUX program

The Food Basket, Hawaiʻi Island’s Food Bank, awarded $8.4 million to extend program through end of 2026, benefiting SNAP participants and local farmers statewide, including on Kaua‘i.

Update: High surf advisory canceled for eastern shorelines of Kaua‘i

Surf has finally fallen below advisory levels along eastern shorelines after several days.

Want to quit? Great American Smokeout on Thursday with help for adults, teens

Each year, the third Thursday of November is recognized as the Great American Smokeout, a day that encourages those who smoke to commit to healthier, smoke-free lives.

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Island residents alerted about recalled carrots linked to E. coli outbreak on mainland
Kama‘āina welcomed aboard new Hawaiian Airlines program Huaka‘i by Hawaiian
Hundreds of coral colonies recovered for restoration in ‘massive effort’ on Big Island
USDA grants big bucks to DA BUX program

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Sheraton Kauaʻi hotel workers ratify contract after historic Labor Day strike
Work on Coco Palms project could be halted by mortgage broker seeking ‘owed’ $1 million commission for securing funding
Hōkūleʻa docked at Nāwiliwili Small Boat Harbor
Kōloa Landing Resort voted ‘Best Hotel Pool in America’ by USA Today readers
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Modular home hauling on Nov. 22 and 23 for Lahaina temporary housing

Motorists are advised of potential traffic delays as modular homes for wildfire survivors are transported from Kahului to the state’s Ka Laʻi Ola housing site in Lahaina on Friday and Saturday night. The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation reports that hauling will take place nightly on Friday, Nov. 22 and Saturday, Nov. 23 beginning at 9 p.m. and is expected to end at 11:59 p.m.

Snake found in Christmas tree shipment in Hilo

A live snake was found in a container of Christmas trees as it was being unloaded at a store in Hilo on Saturday morning, Nov. 16.

Sierra Club Maui hosts Trail Maintenance Day at Makawao Forest Reserve, Dec. 7

Sierra Club Maui, in partnership with the Maui Mountain Bike Coalition and Na Āla Hele, invites the public to volunteer at the organization’s upcoming Trail Maintenance Day on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024. Volunteers will meet at 9 a.m. at the Makawao Forest Reserve top parking lot, to help maintain and improve this outdoor space. “Whether […]

Lahaina weighs future school sites for King Kamehameha III

Civic engagement in Lahaina remained strong Tuesday evening, with about 100 community members and staff gathering to discuss potential sites for King Kamehameha III Elementary School’s permanent location.

Fundamentals First Golf Tournament spotlights Jasmyn Yoshikawa of HI Performance Athletics, raises funds for athletes

The Fundamentals First held an Inaugural Golf Tournament on Oct. 12 at The Dunes at Maui Lani golf course, successfully raising funds to support a general fitness and sports performance training program for youth, high school and collegiate athletes to maximize athlete potential.  

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