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Rapozo takes center stage at solo Kauaʻi mayoral town hall after Carvalho withdraws from debate
In a surprising turn, the Kaua‘i mayoral debate became a solo town hall as candidate Bernard Carvalho Jr. withdrew, leaving opponent Mel Rapozo to address community concerns. August 29, 2026 · 05:48am
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Hawai‘i News Homeowners can apply to second round of cesspool conversion program next month
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Kaua‘i News
Rapozo takes center stage at solo Kauaʻi mayoral town hall after Carvalho withdraws from debate
In a surprising turn, the Kaua‘i mayoral debate became a solo town hall as candidate Bernard Carvalho Jr. withdrew, leaving opponent Mel Rapozo to address community concerns.
Construction in Kōloa ongoing near elementary school
Lane closures will also be in effect at the Kōloa Road and Poʻipū Road intersection through Sept. 1 to allow crews to complete improvements to underground utility infrastructure.
Intense and short storms gain intensity throughout Hawaiian Islands, finds new study
Decades of hourly data from 117 rain gauges around Kauaʻi, Oʻahu, Molokaʻi, Maui and Hawaiʻi Island uncovered climate trends that traditional 24-hour daily averages often miss.
Volcano Watch: Tephra time machine; exploring past of Big Island’s Kīlauea volcano past
Most of Kīlauea is covered by lava flows younger than 1,000 years old because the volcano is so frequently active, meaning there are few samples, observations or data for older eruptions, especially at the summit; yet, we know Kīlauea has been in its shield-building stage for more than 200,000 years, so how do scientists learn about the volcano’s history?
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Hawaii News
Intense and short storms gain intensity throughout Hawaiian Islands, finds new study
Decades of hourly data from 117 rain gauges around Kauaʻi, Oʻahu, Molokaʻi, Maui and Hawaiʻi Island uncovered climate trends that traditional 24-hour daily averages often miss.
Volcano Watch: Tephra time machine; exploring past of Big Island’s Kīlauea volcano past
Most of Kīlauea is covered by lava flows younger than 1,000 years old because the volcano is so frequently active, meaning there are few samples, observations or data for older eruptions, especially at the summit; yet, we know Kīlauea has been in its shield-building stage for more than 200,000 years, so how do scientists learn about the volcano’s history?
Homeowners can apply to second round of cesspool conversion program next month
With $1 million available to support 50 homeowners, early applications are advised due to limited funds and priority-based selection criteria.
Vandalism forces closure of Kauaʻi preschool as new owner works to reopen under new name
Little Wonders Preschool, formerly A Room to Grow Preschool, is on a mission to restore its vibrant learning environment after acts of vandalism forced its closure.
Big Island News
Community engagement drives vision for Waiākea Peninsula in Hilo that includes Banyan Drive
Big Island community members can shape the master plan to guide the revitalization of properties within the peninsula over the next 20 to 30 years.
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for August 29, 2026
Breezy trades continue well into next week with limited showers directed windward and mauka during this time
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for August 29, 2026
Surf along south facing shores have peaked through the day just just below advisory levels today as the moderate medium to long period south swell will likely...
What you need to know about Hurricane Lala recovery: 400 Hawaiian Electric customers remain without power islandwide
Hawai'i County Water Supply also reports residents in the Upper Mountain View and Pāhala areas were allowed to resume normal water use now that power was restored to key infrastructure.
Maui News
Pakele — last known wild ‘akikiki, a native Hawaiian honeycreeper unique to Garden Isle — honored by Kaua‘i County Council
"Kaua‘i County Council proudly honors Pakele’s extraordinary life and enduring legacy as a symbol of hope and resilience for the ‘akikiki," says a council Facebook post from Aug. 26. "May her story inspire continued efforts to protect Kaua‘i’s native forests and ensure that her species may one day thrive in the wild once again."
$4B Mākena development with 652 homes advances; project size reduced 27% due to public pushback
The project in South Maui initially called for 900 housing units and faced backlash from residents who said it would cater to wealthy off-island buyers.
Maui Weather Forecast for August 29, 2026
Breezy trades continue well into next week. Showers will generally favor windward and mauka areas, particularly during the overnight through early morning...
County of Maui selected for $3.6 million grant to establish first waste collection center in West Maui
The County of Maui Department of Environmental Management has been selected to receive $3.6 million in federal funding to establish the first recycling center in West Maui, providing residents with additional options for disposing of recyclables, green waste and large, bulky items.
