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May is Wildfire Awareness Month
Kaua‘i Fire Department advises residents of Garden Isle to be prepared, vigilant this summer to keep community safe from blazes. May 08, 2025 · 06:40am
Intermittent lane closures extended on Puʻuwai Road, Poʻohiwi Road in Kalāheo
The closures at the intersection of Kikala Road and Puʻuwai Road, on Poʻohiwi Road, at the intersection of Poʻohiwi Road and Puʻuwai Road and on the gravel portion of Puʻuwai Road are necessary as...Kauai News Repair work on one-lane Kīpū Bridge to further reduce lane width
Kauai News Update: Kaua‘i Police Department non-emergency line again fully operational
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Intermittent lane closures extended on Puʻuwai Road, Poʻohiwi Road in Kalāheo
The closures at the intersection of Kikala Road and Puʻuwai Road, on Poʻohiwi Road, at the intersection of Poʻohiwi Road and Puʻuwai Road and on the gravel portion of Puʻuwai Road are necessary as work on the Kalāheo Water Systems Improvements Project continues.
Schatz statewide telephone town hall slated for May 8
The Hawai‘i Democrat will give constituents an update about his work in the U.S. Senate, take questions and also hear concerns. The meeting is at noon, but those who plan to attend need to sign up online to get a call to join the conversation.
May is Wildfire Awareness Month
Kaua‘i Fire Department advises residents of Garden Isle to be prepared, vigilant this summer to keep community safe from blazes.
Water conservation request continues for some North Shore areas until further notice
Officials originally issued the conservation request April 4 after amechanical failure caused the pump station serving the Hanalei and ‘Anini areas to go down, affecting the water storage supply.
State urges parents of incoming 2025-26 seventh-graders to schedule well-child visits
Ensuring your child’s health and well-being with a well-child visit that includes a comprehensive physical exam is important as they prepare to make the transition from elementary to middle school. It also includes making sure they are up-to-date with immunizations.
Update: Kaua‘i Fire Department crews clear scene of Kōke‘e brush fire; state crews to return Thursday morning
Kaua‘i Fire Department turned over the incident to state officials earlier Wednesday and will be on standby to provide assistance if requested. Waimea Canyon Drive, from Panini Place to Kōke‘e Road junction, and Kōke‘e Road near mile-marker 7 are also now open.
Repair work on one-lane Kīpū Bridge to further reduce lane width
Road work scheduled from May 12-Nov. 1, weather permitting, for $1.9 million project that includes fixing spalled concrete on bridge’s abutments, piers and deck; applying new asphalt overlay; and installing guardrails at both ends, among other necessary repairs.
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Hawaiʻi Catholics celebrate election of Pope Leo XIV, first American pope
Bishop Larry Silva of the Diocese of Honolulu congratulated Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, who the College of Cardinals elected Thursday as the new Holy Father to succeed Pope Francis.
7 Maui student-athletes among 41 scholarship recipients from Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation
Of the 41 local athletes to receive scholarship support from the foundation this year, seven were from Maui including: Kalia Kaneta and Kaysa Ong of Maui High School; Avery Kirkham of Maui Preparatory Academy; Kamakanōweo Kekauoha-Schultz and Bella Kuailani of King Kekaulike High School; and Kaili McMillin and Sage Ryden of Seabury Hall Academy.
ToolBank Disaster Services opens operations on Maui to support long-term rebuilding
ToolBank Disaster Services has officially launched operations on the island of Maui to support long-term recovery and rebuilding efforts.
MACC presents Justin Kawika Young in a Local Voices Series concert, June 19
The Maui Arts & Cultural Center presents singer/songwriter Justin Kawika Young in a MACC "Local Voices" concert in the McCoy Studio Theater Thursday, June 19 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets go on sale online only to MACC members on May 8, and to the general public May 9.
American Savings Bank and Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines award $625,000 to six Hawaiʻi nonprofits
This contribution represents a quarter of all funds awarded to Hawaiʻi organizations and will support a range of initiatives focused on affordable housing, financial education and community revitalization, including Lahaina homeowner recovery efforts.
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Hawaii County Weather Forecast for May 09, 2025
A typical trade wind pattern will persist over the next several days. The only subtle fluctuations will come in the way of more trade-sheltered local light...
Vessel seized for alleged illegal longline fishing in state territorial sea off Big Island
52-year-old Konane Zager of Kona was cited for violating state code relating to prohibited longline fishing within waters of the Hawai‘i State Territorial Sea. He is scheduled to appear June 19 in Kona District Court.
New toll-free number to report electricity outages on Hawai‘i Island
Number, which replaces the former reporting phone number, is part of Hawaiian Electric's new system that is meant to ease and expedite outage reporting on the island.
Mobile vendors sought to offer concessions at various Hawaiʻi County parks
Prospective bidders must file a notice of intent to bid on or before 2 p.m. May 15 to the county finance director on a form provided by the director, through Public Purchase, an e-procurement system.
Schatz to host statewide telephone town hall meeting today
The Hawai‘i Democrat will give constituents an update about his work in the U.S. Senate, take questions and also hear concerns. The meeting is at noon, but those who plan to attend need to sign up online to get a call to join the conversation.
