Business State news in brief for July 31: New administrator, new jobs projection and projects…
Community Goodwill schedules next reuse collection event at Kaua‘i Resource Center
Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative celebrates accomplishments, progress
More than 100 people attended the cooperative's 24th annual Membership Meeting, learning about its 2025 financial performance and more. July 31, 2026 · 05:00am
Nonprofits can apply for bus passes to help Kaua‘i residents
The Kauaʻi Bus Pass Outreach Program aims to assist with bus passes to low-income households and individuals with transportation needs through eligible nonprofit organizations.Hawai‘i News Volcano Watch: A decade of disaster response; mahalo to Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense…
Kaua‘i News UPDATE: Lane shifts with possible lane closures extended for portion of Halekō Road
In Case You
Missed It:
Missed It:
Iconic Kauaʻi steakhouse Bull Shed expands to Hawaiʻi Island
2026 Community Enrichment Program recipients announced by Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority
Motorcyclist in critical condition following collision with vehicle on Kaua‘i
Immigrant laws celebrated by advocates, state legislators; lives lost to immigration…
University of Hawaiʻi expands efforts to address growing need for autism diagnosis…
The Motet make Kaua‘i debut with stop at Porter Pavilion
Take your butchery skills to the next level with first-of-a-kind hands-on training
Moananuiākea Voyage update: El Niño alters sail plan, Hōkūleʻa celebrates 50 years of…
MARK YOUR CALENDAR: Kukui Grove Center to host back-to-school movie night
Kauaʻi Police Department conducts sex offender compliance checks
Deadline approaching quickly to apply for US Department of Agriculture kona low assistance
Wilcox Medical Center earns national honor for energy conservation and sustainability
Lava fountaining of Episode 52 ends at Kīlauea volcano summit on Big Island
Subscribe to our Newsletter
Stay in-the-know with daily or weeklyheadlines delivered straight to your inbox.
Kaua‘i News
State news in brief for July 31: New administrator, new jobs projection and projects selected
A quick look at news happening throughout the state.
Goodwill schedules next reuse collection event at Kaua‘i Resource Center
Mark your calendars now, as the next monthly event is planned for 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 14 at the facility in Līhu‘e.
Volcano Watch: A decade of disaster response; mahalo to Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense Administrator Talmadge Magno
Magno, who navigated the Hawaiʻi Island response to volcanic eruptions from multiple volcanoes, the COVID-19 pandemic, fires, earthquakes, tsunami warnings, hurricanes and historic kona low storms, retires effective Aug. 1.
Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative celebrates accomplishments, progress
More than 100 people attended the cooperative’s 24th annual Membership Meeting, learning about its 2025 financial performance and more.
Nonprofits can apply for bus passes to help Kaua‘i residents
The Kauaʻi Bus Pass Outreach Program aims to assist with bus passes to low-income households and individuals with transportation needs through eligible nonprofit organizations.
New research finds Hawaiʻi corals might have time to adapt to future heat stress
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa oceanographers used high-resolution modeling that includes small-scale processes to examine projected heat stress on coral reefs during the 21st century and compared this heat stress to previous estimates of the rate corals might adapt to changing conditions.
ADVERTISEMENT
Hawaii News
State news in brief for July 31: New administrator, new jobs projection and projects selected
A quick look at news happening throughout the state.
Volcano Watch: A decade of disaster response; mahalo to Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense Administrator Talmadge Magno
Magno, who navigated the Hawaiʻi Island response to volcanic eruptions from multiple volcanoes, the COVID-19 pandemic, fires, earthquakes, tsunami warnings, hurricanes and historic kona low storms, retires effective Aug. 1.
New research finds Hawaiʻi corals might have time to adapt to future heat stress
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa oceanographers used high-resolution modeling that includes small-scale processes to examine projected heat stress on coral reefs during the 21st century and compared this heat stress to previous estimates of the rate corals might adapt to changing conditions.
2026 Community Enrichment Program recipients announced by Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority
Several Kauaʻi organizations among 49 throughout the state selected to receive funding and present authentic experiences for the residents and visitors from July through December.
Motorcyclist in critical condition following collision with vehicle on Kaua‘i
The driver who struck the motorcyclist has a history of more than 70 misdemeanor arrests, including nine traffic citations for driving without a license, and five arrests for driving without a license.
Immigrant laws celebrated by advocates, state legislators; lives lost to immigration enforcement honored
A gathering July 28 — organized by Campaign for Immigrant Justice, led by American Civil Liberties Union of Hawaiʻi, Hawaiʻi Coalition for Immigrant Rights and The Legal Clinic — centered on celebration, remembrance and a renewed commitment to protecting Hawaiʻi’s immigrant communities.
Big Island News
What you need to know about voting in Hawai‘i County for the Aug. 8 primary election
This year on the Big Island there is not a mayor's race, but all nine County Council seats are on the ballot.
50-year-old Kauaʻi restaurant Bull Shed expands to Big Island, its first new location
The iconic Bull Shed Restaurant, beloved for over 50 years on Kauaʻi, has expanded to the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, offering its renowned steaks and seafood alongside new Hawaiʻi Island-inspired dishes.
Maui News
Third person arrested in ongoing investigation into theft of luxury items from Wailea shops
A 17-year-old Lahaina male turned himself in on Thursday, July 30, 2026, in connection with the investigation of an organized retail theft of thousands of dollars in luxury items from Wailea retailers earlier in the week. He was arrested on suspicion of second-degree theft and criminal conspiracy.
Eighth person arrested in ongoing Kāʻanapali riot investigation
On Thursday, July 30, 2026, a 14-year-old Lahaina boy voluntarily turned himself in at the Wailuku Police Station. He was arrested on the suspicion on riot. On Thursday, July 30, 2026, a 14-year-old Lahaina boy voluntarily turned himself in at the Wailuku Police Station. He was arrested on the suspicion on riot.
Filipino national with ties to Maui, charged with unlawfully voting as an alien
United States Attorney Ken Sorenson announced that Bernadette Acaso, 19, a Filipino national residing in Honolulu, Oʻahu and Kahului, Maui, was charged by criminal complaint on July 22, 2026, with unlawfully voting as an alien.
County Department of ʻŌiwi Resources grant applications to be accepted July 31-Aug. 31, 2026
The County announced its Department of ʻŌiwi Resources grant applications open July 31 through Aug 31, 2026. The average award is expected to range from $25,000 to $50,000. New Kūikawā Grants max request $2,500 for FY2027. An informational webinar is scheduled for Aug 11 at 11 a.m.
