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Trash pickup delayed in parts of Kauaʻi due to staffing shortages

Trash collection in the Kalāheo, Līhuʻe, and Kawaihau areas of Kauaʻi is delayed on Tuesday due to staffing shortages.

More than $322K in federal grant funds secured by state, University of Hawaiʻi for plant pathogen, biosecurity projects

Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity officials say the projects to be funded with the federal grant dollars are intended to help move Hawaiʻi toward a more proactive, technology-driven biosecurity framework capable of addressing increasingly complex global agricultural threats.

Return to Japan: Traditional voyaging canoe Hōkūleʻa to make Japan stops in 2027

Polynesian Voyaging Society traditional Hawaiian voyaging canoe will visit the island nation for the first time in 20 years; dates will tentatively be from April to September next year as part of the Moananuiākea Voyage

Starwood Capital Group seek to resume maintenance work at Princeville golf course

Starwood Capital Group was prohibited from development, ground-disturbing activity at the Makai Woods Golf Course after a court case cited anthrax-infected cattle buried beneath parts of the golf course.

Two professors at Kauaʻi Community College honored for excellence

Mark Ombrello, assistant professor of history, and Brian Yamamoto, professor of natural sciences, were among the 25 members of the University of Hawaiʻi faculty to receive top awards.

Traffic Alert: Portion of Olohena Road to be closed May 20 for retaining wall construction

Motorists will be rerouted to alternate routes from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
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Nāpali Coast’s sacred side: Heiau, caves, moon calendar and ancient Hawaiian history
Nāpali Coast after rain: Waterfalls, rainbows, weather and when to go
The Hawaiian legends of the Nāpali Coast
Nāpali Coast by season: Best times for hiking, photography, wildlife viewing, boat tours

Hawaii News Chevron Forward

More than $322K in federal grant funds secured by state, University of Hawaiʻi for plant pathogen, biosecurity projects

Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity officials say the projects to be funded with the federal grant dollars are intended to help move Hawaiʻi toward a more proactive, technology-driven biosecurity framework capable of addressing increasingly complex global agricultural threats.

Return to Japan: Traditional voyaging canoe Hōkūleʻa to make Japan stops in 2027

Polynesian Voyaging Society traditional Hawaiian voyaging canoe will visit the island nation for the first time in 20 years; dates will tentatively be from April to September next year as part of the Moananuiākea Voyage

Two professors at Kauaʻi Community College honored for excellence

Mark Ombrello, assistant professor of history, and Brian Yamamoto, professor of natural sciences, were among the 25 members of the University of Hawaiʻi faculty to receive top awards.

2026 University of Hawai‘i at Hilo Coaches Hawaiian Islands Tour underway

This week’s remaining clinic schedule includes a stop by the Vulcans coaches Thursday, May 21, at Kapa‘a High School on Kaua‘i.

State announces Opportunity Zones 2.0 Market Activation Summit convenes June

Local leaders, developers, investors and community stakeholders are invited to attend the upcoming summit and can register now.

Business briefs for May 18: Defending enforcement, summer service, Servco honors, Hele stations fundraiser, bill dies

A quick look at business-related news stories from throughout the state.

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2026 University of Hawai‘i at Hilo Coaches Hawaiian Islands Tour continues this week

This week's remaining clinic schedule includes stops by the Vulcans coaches this week on Molokaʻi, Lānaʻi, Oʻahu and Kauaʻi; clinics were hosted last week on the Big Island and Maui.

Hawaiʻi Island records 13th traffic fatality of the year after Keaʻau collision

A high-speed collision between a motorcycle and a Tesla SUV on May 18 resulted in the death of Max Mattos of Kurtistown. Investigators suspect that speed and reckless driving were contributing factors.

Rental assistance available for those impacted by kona low flooding

Residents of Hawaiʻi County could be eligible for assistance if their home is unsafe to live in because of damage caused by the flooding; approved applicants receive an initial rental award of up to 2 months of rent.

Public hearings Tuesday for Hawaiʻi County’s proposed 2026-27 budget, tax rates

The Hawaiʻi County Council will hold a special meeting on Thursday, May 21, where it will decide whether to adopt the operating and capital improvement budgets and the real property tax rates.

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Hawaiian Music Series continues with Jarret Roback & Wilson Kanakaʻole, May 28

The Hawaiian Music Series continues its 2026 season in Lahaina with its next free community concert on Thursday, May 28, from 6-7:30 p.m. The performance will take place at the series’ new location on the lawn of Waiola Church and will feature musicians Jarret Roback and Wilson Kanakaʻole.

Affordable housing grants for Hawaiʻi nonprofits offered from the Nareit Foundation

Hawaiʻi nonprofits supporting families and residents in need of affordable housing are encouraged to submit applications for consideration of grants from the Nareit Foundation. The deadline to apply is Friday, June 19, 2026, at 5 p.m.

Upcountry kicker Eli Kamakani Caires captures Field Goal Title at prestigious camp

Upcountry Maui’s rising football standout, Eli Kamakani Caires, put his talent on full display this past weekend on Oʻahu, capturing the field goal kicking competition title at the prestigious Chris Sailer Kicking Training Camp held at Castle High School.

Communications Director Makana McClellan receives National Communicator Of The Year Honor

Gov. Josh Green announced and congratulated his Director of Communications, Makana McClellan, on being named the 2026 Communicator of the Year by the National Association of Government Communicators. She is the first person from Hawaiʻi to receive the national honor.