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    • Agency on Elderly Affairs invites public to nominate kūpuna for Older Americans Month

    Men and women 65 years old and older who made meaningful and lasting contributions to the Garden Island are eligible.

    Community $1.6M from federal government set aside for digitization of Bishop Museum collections

    Community It’s Girl Scout cookie time in Hawaiʻi

    On Saturday, Feb. 7, 2026, after an in-person session with community members, U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda took time to shake hands, take pictures and connect with Garden Island residents. (Photo Credit: Xiomara Yamileth/ Kaua'i Now)

    US Rep. Jill Tokuda meets with Kauaʻi residents to address local, national concerns

    Kaua'i residents attending the town hall asked about many issues, including Immigration & Customs Enforcement operations, rising costs for farmers and the possible federalization of elections. February 10, 2026 · 05:00am

    Culinary students learn essential Japanese cooking skills to earn prestigious certification

    For the first time in Hawaiʻi, 41 culinary students were given the opportunity to train in essential skills and earn an internationally-recognized certification for Japanese cuisine.

    Community Grand Hyatt Kaua‘i invites couples to indulge in a Valentine’s Day escape

    Kauai News East-facing shores of Kaua‘i now under high surf advisory

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    $1.6M from federal government set aside for digitization of Bishop Museum collections

    Funding part of a total $147 million in earmarks secured by Democrat Hawai‘i U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz.

    It’s Girl Scout cookie time in Hawaiʻi!

    Scouts will launch cookie booths Feb. 20 statewide for the world’s largest girl-led entrepreneurial program, which this year includes a new flavor to satisfy customer cravings.

    Grand Hyatt Kaua‘i invites couples to indulge in a Valentine’s Day escape

    The resort’s Anara Spa introduced a limited-time, seasonally inspired treatment designed to celebrate the season of romance through self-care in addition to offering several other indulgent couples services.

    US Rep. Jill Tokuda meets with Kauaʻi residents to address local, national concerns

    Kaua’i residents attending the town hall asked about many issues, including Immigration & Customs Enforcement operations, rising costs for farmers and the possible federalization of elections.

    East-facing shores of Kaua‘i now under high surf advisory

    Strong to near gale force easterly trade winds will produce continued high surf along those shorelines before falling to below advisory thresholds by Wednesday morning (Feb. 11).

    Culinary students learn essential Japanese cooking skills to earn prestigious certification

    For the first time in Hawaiʻi, 41 culinary students were given the opportunity to train in essential skills and earn an internationally-recognized certification for Japanese cuisine.
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    $1.6M from federal government set aside for digitization of Bishop Museum collections

    Funding part of a total $147 million in earmarks secured by Democrat Hawai‘i U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz.

    It’s Girl Scout cookie time in Hawaiʻi!

    Scouts will launch cookie booths Feb. 20 statewide for the world’s largest girl-led entrepreneurial program, which this year includes a new flavor to satisfy customer cravings.

    Culinary students learn essential Japanese cooking skills to earn prestigious certification

    For the first time in Hawaiʻi, 41 culinary students were given the opportunity to train in essential skills and earn an internationally-recognized certification for Japanese cuisine.

    Hawaiian Islands under brown water advisory following severe weekend weather

    It’s recommended to stay out of the water for 48-72 hours after the rain has stopped and after the beach has received full sunshine.

    Friends of Kauaʻi Wildlife Refuges open annual scholarship application

    Applications for the annual Daniel Moriarty Memorial Scholarship are open for students in conservation-related fields who are residents of Hawaiʻi.

    State offices, schools close Monday as state braces for heavy rain, damaging winds

    Residents are advised to stay safe by preparing homes, monitoring updates from the Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency, and avoiding unnecessary travel during hazardous conditions.

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    Hawai‘i attorney general leads multistate effort to protect kids from online harm

    In a letter signed by 40 attorneys general, it urges lawmakers to support legislation that preserves states' authority to enforce and strengthen online protection for minors.

    Hilo Education Arts Repertory Theatre production of ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ opens this week

    The show — with a raw honesty and contemporary relevance — explores themes of loneliness, truth, mental health and the universal desire to be seen and understood; it opens Friday (Feb. 13) at East Hawaiʻi Cultural Center in downtown Hilo.

    Zonta Club of Hilo to honor Cabatu, Kobayashi-Kuali‘i with Rose Award

    “The Rose Award recognizes women in our community who have made a significant impact on the lives of others through their employment, volunteer activities and associations.” said Zonta Club of Hilo President Laurie Higashi.

    Hawaiʻi County offers free community emergency response team disaster training

    This comprehensive course — with online and in-person sessions — covers vital components of emergency preparedness and response, including triage and first aid, search and rescue and fire suppression and safety.

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    Girl Scout Cookie sales begin across Maui County

    Girl Scouts of Hawaiʻi launched its annual cookie program with preorders available now and booth sales starting Feb. 20, featuring a new rocky road-inspired cookie called "Exploremores" to support local youth programs.

    Five Maui youth can win snorkel trip with ocean explorer Sylvia Earle

    Whale Trust is offering five Maui middle and high school students the opportunity to snorkel at the Olowalu Hope Spot with world-renowned oceanographer Sylvia Earle on Feb. 22.

    Schatz proposes 4.1% pay raise for federal workers

    US Sen. Brian Schatz of Hawaiʻi introduced legislation Tuesday that would give federal workers a 4.1% pay raise in 2027, a move that federal employee unions say is needed to keep government jobs competitive.

    Swingposium brings immersive WWII-era experience to Maui, Feb. 15

    San Jose Taiko’s highly acclaimed Swingposium is coming to Maui, offering audiences a powerful, immersive performance that illuminates the incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II.