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What you need to know about Kaua‘i County’s Aug. 8 primary election

This year, Kauaʻi residents can vote for mayor, all seven County Council seats and various state and federal offices.

Hawaiʻi Department of Health confirms fourth case of the intestinal illness cyclosporiasis

The individual with cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness caused by a microscopic parasite in food, traveled internationally before returning to Hawaiʻi prior to getting sick.

Wind advisory expands to include south Kauaʻi

The National Weather Service updates its wind advisory to include south Kauaʻi, which is in effect until 6 p.m. Saturday.

University of Hawaiʻi extends fall application deadline

Nine of the university system’s campuses — including all 7 community colleges, University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo and University of Hawaiʻi-West Oʻahu — extended their application deadline to Aug. 14; classes begin Aug. 24.

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.
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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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Hawaiʻi Department of Health confirms fourth case of the intestinal illness cyclosporiasis

The individual with cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness caused by a microscopic parasite in food, traveled internationally before returning to Hawaiʻi prior to getting sick.

University of Hawaiʻi extends fall application deadline

Nine of the university system’s campuses — including all 7 community colleges, University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo and University of Hawaiʻi-West Oʻahu — extended their application deadline to Aug. 14; classes begin Aug. 24.

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.

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Waimea schools to provide updates on the coming school year during next community meeting

Waimea Community Association meeting will update members on information for the coming school year on Thursday, Aug. 6.

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for August 01, 2026

A strong surface high will continue to build north of the state through tonight, bringing windy trade winds through Saturday afternoon. A drier and more...

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for August 01, 2026

The current south swell will continue to fade through Saturday. This will be followed by the occasional small, medium period pulse of energy out of the...

Wind advisory in effect for portions of Big Island, winds may impact water service in Waimea, Waikōloa

High winds may impact electric, water service in Waimea and Waikōloa through the weekend, according to the Department of Water Supply.

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Maui Surf Forecast for August 01, 2026

The current south swell will continue to fade through Saturday. This will be followed by the occasional small, medium period pulse of energy out of the...

Maui police seek help locating woman reported missing by a concerned family member

Mcclellan was reported missing by a concerned family member on Friday, July 24, 2026. Her last reported contact with her family was sometime during May 2026.   

Maui affordable housing manager Laura Valenzuela appointed to the Hawaiʻi State Ethics Commission

Gov. Josh Green appointed Maui affordable housing manager Laura Valenzuela to the Hawaiʻi State Ethics Commission on Friday. The governor also selected five other community leaders for state oversight roles, including seats on the Hawaiian Homes and Campaign Spending commissions.

Hawaiʻi DOH confirms fourth case of cyclosporiasis

The individual traveled internationally before returning to Hawaiʻi prior to getting sick. The assessment of risk of cyclosporiasis to the public in Hawaiʻi remains low.