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State, county emergency orders waive fees, penalties for Hurricane Lowell recovery

“Our families have been through a lot these past couple of weeks, and the last thing anyone needs is a permit fee or an expired license standing in the way of getting back on their feet,” said Kauaʻi County Mayor Derek Kawakami.

Kaua‘i Island Utility Cooperative continues efforts to reach 100% restored

Utility cooperative reports as of Tuesday afternoon about 732 members remain without power, with restoration total standing at 98%.

Kauaʻi police investigate fatal Kekaha traffic crash

Police report a 2018 Toyota SUV was eastbound Tuesday morning on ʻElepaio Road when it made a left turn onto Alae Road and stuck a 91-year-old Kekaha bicyclist who later succumbed to to his injuries.

Visitor industry leaders to discuss future of Hawaiʻi’s tourism at two-day conference this week

Tourism industry leaders are coming together in Honolulu for the annual Hawaiʻi’s Visitor Industry Conference Thursday and Friday.

Chu Hong of Oʻahu’s Kaimukī High School named 2027 Hawaiʻi State Teacher of the Year

Also honored was Kauaʻi teacher Tammy Carvalho of Kapaʻa Elementary.

Rare Loulu palms at Kauaʻi’s botanical gardens among the casualties from Hurricane Lowell

Hurricane Lowell has left Kaua’i’s National Tropical Botanical Gardens in disarray, with damaged trees, infrastructure, and rare plant collections forcing a suspension of public tours as recovery efforts continue.
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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

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Visitor industry leaders to discuss future of Hawaiʻi’s tourism at two-day conference this week

Tourism industry leaders are coming together in Honolulu for the annual Hawaiʻi’s Visitor Industry Conference Thursday and Friday.

Chu Hong of Oʻahu’s Kaimukī High School named 2027 Hawaiʻi State Teacher of the Year

Also honored was Kauaʻi teacher Tammy Carvalho of Kapaʻa Elementary.

Original designs sought by Girl Scouts of Hawaiʻi for 110th anniversary T-shirt

Designs may incorporate the Girl Scout trefoil, Queen Liliʻuokalani, the Hawaiian flag or other elements tied to local Girl Scout history.

Hawaiʻi ranks No. 2 in the nation for lowest student debt

At UH, 80% of first-time undergraduates across 10 campuses graduated debt-free during the 2024–25 academic year.

First Tee – Hawaiʻi calls on community to become coaches and help reach more local youth

As First Tee – Hawaiʻi works to expand its programs and reach more keiki across the islands, one thing is essential: caring coaches who are ready to make a difference.

Tokuda visits Pacific Missile Range Facility during Hurricane Lowell recovery operations

U.S. congresswoman who represents Hawai‘i’s 2nd Congressional District in Washington, which includes Kaua‘i County, recently came to the West Kaua‘i installation to see firsthand damage from Hurricane Lowell as well as speak with sailors, installation personnel and officials.

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Hawaii County Weather Forecast for September 23, 2026

Moderate trades will gradually strengthen each day over the next several days with widespread strong trades expected by Thursday and very windy conditions...

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for September 23, 2026

Surf along south facing shores will decrease as the current south-southwest swell fades. A moderate southwest swell will build in around Friday into the weekend...

Bail maintained for Puna man charged with murder in Hawaiian Paradise Park shooting

The Sept. 19 incident at Hawaiian Paradise Park Community Center resulted in the death of 41-year-old Jose Manuel Adame Romero.

Flood watch issued as potential tropical cyclone likely to bring heavy rain

Heavy rain on the north side of a developing tropical system should develop Wednesday afternoon. Windward and southeast Big Island and windward Maui are the most likely to experience heavy rain; however, other islands in Maui County are at risk as well.

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Maui Surf Forecast for September 23, 2026

Surf along south facing shores will decrease as the current south-southwest swell fades. A moderate southwest swell will build in around Friday into the weekend...

OHCRA Cancels 2026 Nā Wahine O Ke Kaiand Molokai Canoe Festival Kulaia toDeveloping Weather Conditions

The Oʻahu Hawaiian Canoe Racing Association has made the difficult decision to cancel the 2026 Nā Wahine O Ke Kai, scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 27, due to the potential wind, ocean and community impacts associated with the developing tropical weather system approaching Hawaiʻi.

Kahului man reported missing by a concerned acquaintance

The Maui Police Department requests the public’s assistance with any information regarding the whereabouts of Josh Jordan, 45, of Kahului.

Flood Watch from Wednesday afternoon through Saturday afternoon for Maui and Hawaiʻi counties

The National Weather Service says heavy rain on the north side of a developing tropical system (the future Nolo) should develop Wednesday afternoon. Windward and southeast Big Island and windward Maui are the most likely to experience heavy rain.