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Splish, splash, they had a blast: County hosts water education festival for Kauaʻi fifth-graders

Project WET empowers educators to engage youth and help them understand water so they can solve local and global challenges.

14 lane closures scheduled during week of Oct. 26-31 on Kaua‘i state roadways

Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Will any of these planned closures impact your commute or fun? Take a look and plan ahead now.

County of Kauaʻi updates residents on status of refuse stations

The Kapaʻa Station remains closed for renovations until December, although green service has resumed there.

500-plus hands, hearts help restore part of rock wall at 600-year-old Alakoko Fishpond

“To every volunteer, partner and supporter who showed up with aloha and intention, mahalo nui loa. Each stone placed, each meal shared, and each song sung strengthens not just the wall, but the community that surrounds it.” — from a mahalo letter by Mālama Hulē‘ia Executive Director Sara Bowen

Kaua‘i detective named a Hawai‘i TOP COP

Hsu is a veteran investigator with Kaua‘i Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division. He is known for his methodical case work, relentless pursuit of justice and leadership qualities.

‘We were getting approval’: Momoa knew ‘Chief of War’ was going down right path being blessed by special geological event

One of the actor, director and producer’s favorite scenes in the show’s first season is in the finale, when a volcano erupts — and Mauna Loa on the Big Island erupted for the first time in nearly 40 years at the same time they were filming the epic battle. #BigIslandNow #BigIslandNews #ChiefofWar #SetGeologist #TalkStory #HawaiiKeikiMuseum #JasonMomoa #FavoriteScene #MaunaLoa #Kilauea
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The Hawaiian legends of the Nāpali Coast
Nāpali Coast by season: Best times for hiking, photography, wildlife viewing, boat tours
Nāpali Coast: Breathtaking shoreline filmed for many Hollywood films
Nāpali Coast: A ‘Biodiversity Hotspot,’ but with many endangered species to protect

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Youth invited to engage in climate education, discussions and activities

Climate forum and summit at Capitol in Honolulu hope to inspire youth to take action and get involved to help make sure Hawaiʻi can be healthy, safe and affordable in the future.

‘We were getting approval’: Momoa knew ‘Chief of War’ was going down right path being blessed by special geological event

One of the actor, director and producer’s favorite scenes in the show’s first season is in the finale, when a volcano erupts — and Mauna Loa on the Big Island erupted for the first time in nearly 40 years at the same time they were filming the epic battle. #BigIslandNow #BigIslandNews #ChiefofWar #SetGeologist #TalkStory #HawaiiKeikiMuseum #JasonMomoa #FavoriteScene #MaunaLoa #Kilauea

Aotearoa-bound: Hōkūleʻa, Hikianalia depart Rarotonga on open ocean crossing

The traditional double-hulled voyaging canoes departed the Cook Islands the afternoon of Oct. 21 on the next leg of their Moananuiākea Voyage; they will be on the water for the next 2 weeks before making landfall in New Zealand for just the third time in 40 years.

UH Cancer Center researchers uncover treatable form of mesothelioma

University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center researchers have identified variant of mesothelioma that responds well to treatment, offering patients renewed hope compared to the typical forms of the disease.

Hawaiʻi joins mission to preserve Pacific biodiversity through biobanking

Hawaiʻi is now at the center of a global “biobanking” network that will collect and store biological samples of endangered species for wildlife conservation purposes.

VIDEO: Schatz says it’s not about money, there’s enough — just not enough for you

Hawai’i Democrat called on Republicans to work with Democrats to save millions of Americans from seeing higher health care costs if the government doesn’t reopen.

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Police officer struck by vehicle in Hilo collision early Sunday morning

Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating a collision that occurred in Hilo early Sunday morning and has left an officer injured and in guarded condition at the hospital

Update: Aliʻi Drive reopens to all traffic on Sunday following the fallen fig tree branch

Hawaiʻi County Department of Public Works has reopened Aliʻi Drive near Kailua Wharf after addressing safety concerns following the collapse of a Moreton fig tree branch.

Kamehameha Schools prepares to defend admissions policy in legal battle

Kamehameha Schools remain confident in legal standing, emphasizing that the policy plays a crucial role in preserving the cultural and educational legacy initiated 132 years ago.

14 lane closures scheduled during week of Oct. 26-31 on Hawai‘i Island state roadways

Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Will any of these planned closures impact your commute or fun? Take a look and plan ahead now.

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Hawaiʻi joins global initiative to preserve biological data of endangered species

Hawaiʻi is now at the center of a global "biobanking" network that will collect and store biological samples of endangered species for wildlife conservation purposes.

Akakū announces new salon series spotlighting local entrepreneurs

A new salon series produced by Akakū Maui Community Media will highlight small businesses in Maui Nui.

Filipino Forum invites public to discuss and take action on Filipino community issues in Maui

In celebration of Filipino American History Month, the Maui Filipino Chamber of Commerce, together with the Maui Filipino Community Council and UH Maui College Kabatak Club, will host The Filipino Forum on Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025, from 4 to 7:30 p.m. at the UH Maui College Pilina Building Events Center.

Kellysa-Michiko Namakaokalani Pauʻole wins 4th Annual Carmen Hulu Lindsey Leo Haʻihaʻi Falsetto Contest

The 4th Annual Carmen Hulu Lindsey Leo Ha‘iha‘i Falsetto Contest took place on Friday evening at the Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea, honoring the art of leo ha‘iha‘i (Hawaiian falsetto) and celebrating Hawai‘i’s musical traditions. The event crowned its fourth Falsetto Champion, Kellysa-Michiko Namakaokalani Pau‘ole of Waikapū, Maui.