Kaua‘i News Update: National Weather Service cancels coastal flooding statement previously in…
Kaua‘i News UPDATED: Water service shutdown rescheduled for portions of Wailuā Homesteads
Portions previously closed on Kūhiō Highway reopen following emergency water service repair
The county reported about 10:30 a.m. Tuesday that a one‑lane closure of the southbound lane was in effect for the portion of Kūhiō Highway between Uhelekawawa Canal Bridge and Hoi Road, in the vicinity of Safeway and Ross Dress for Less, because of necessary... August 11, 2026 · 09:03pm
Inspection of Wailua–Kapaʻa sewer collection system scheduled
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Kaua‘i News
Update: National Weather Service cancels coastal flooding statement previously in effect for parts of Kaua‘i County
Forecasters in Honolulu reported early this morning (Aug. 12) that high water levels have fallen just below coastal flooding thresholds.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs plans televised candidate forums for 2026 trustee election
The forums are designed to provide voters and agency beneficiaries an opportunity to hear directly from candidates about issues, their priorities and the visions they would bring to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs governing board.
Inspection of Wailua–Kapaʻa sewer collection system scheduled
The County of Kauaʻi Department of Public Works describes this as a critical step toward strengthening wastewater infrastructure serving the eastside communities.
UPDATED: Water service shutdown rescheduled for portions of Wailuā Homesteads
The shutdown originally planned for Aug. 11 is now slated for Aug. 12 and necessary to repair a water mainline affecting portions of the community.
Portions previously closed on Kūhiō Highway reopen following emergency water service repair
The county reported about 10:30 a.m. Tuesday that a one‑lane closure of the southbound lane was in effect for the portion of Kūhiō Highway between Uhelekawawa Canal Bridge and Hoi Road, in the vicinity of Safeway and Ross Dress for Less, because of necessary emergency repairs following a break in a water line in that area.
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Hawaii News
Office of Hawaiian Affairs plans televised candidate forums for 2026 trustee election
The forums are designed to provide voters and agency beneficiaries an opportunity to hear directly from candidates about issues, their priorities and the visions they would bring to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs governing board.
Elegible kūpuna can apply to rental subsidy program while on Hawaiian Homes wait list
The initiative is funded with $10 million from the federal Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act, secured by Hawaiʻi’s congressional delegation.
Georgia man arrested after posts threatened husband of former director of National Intelligence
According to court records, Nolan Ezra Goldklang posted threatening statements directed at Tulsi Gabbard’s husband on the social media platform, “X.”
University of Hawaiʻi to replace the fundraising and membership program for student athletes
The University of Hawaiʻi is launching Bows Athletics Club to ehance support for nearly 500 student-athletes.
Big Island News
Update: Coastal flooding statement previously in effect for portions of Big Island canceled
National Weather Service forecasters in Honolulu reported early this morning (Aug. 12) that high water levels have fallen just below coastal flooding thresholds.
Young Brothers plans modified cargo acceptance, availability at Port of Kawaihae
Several changes are scheduled throughout August at the West Hawai‘i port, beginning this week, as the shipping company works 'to keep the marine highway running smoothly for all communities' it serves.
Young Hawaiian monk seal found dead in abandoned lay net on Oʻahu North Shore
The 3-month-old seal was identified as RV36, a male, born in late April at Kaʻena Point State Park; the carcass was turned over to National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, which will conduct a post-mortem examination.
Magnitude-5.2 quake strikes beneath Kama‘ehuakanaloa seamount east-southeast of Big Island
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reported that the quake was part of an ongoing sequence of temblors associated with unrest that started Aug. 9 at the seamount. The quakes have no apparent impact on either Mauna Loa or Kīlauea volcanoes.
Maui News
Haʻikū Fire Station project stalls as Maui County Council panel wrestles with land title dispute
After more than 17 years of planning, the proposed Haʻikū Fire Station has hit a legal stumbling block significant enough for council members to seek legal advice in a closed executive session and delay further consideration for two weeks.
Maui Council approves permits for 2026 Maui County Fair and Aloha Classic Windsurfing Tournament
Maui County Council members unanimously adopted Tuesday two resolutions approving special events permits for the 2026 Maui County Fair and the Aloha Classic Windsurfing Tournament.
