Hawai‘i News Office of Hawaiian Affairs launches nationwide search for chief executive officer
Hawai‘i News Statewide Hawaiʻi Safety Survey underway
Authorities find no evidence of foul play after body pulled from Kaua‘i waters
An autopsy is pending to determine the official cause of death and any contributing factors. August 03, 2026 · 08:49am
Hawaiʻi governor announces several appointments to state commissions
“Each of these leaders brings valuable experience, integrity and a deep commitment to public service,” Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green said. “Their work will help expand opportunities for Native Hawaiian beneficiaries, ensure fairness in our campaign finance system and uphold the highest ethical standards in state government.”Hawai‘i News Tagging whales from the sky: New methods revolutionize research
Kaua‘i News Kaua’i County online live auction scheduled to begin Aug. 10
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Kauaʻi Police Department officers earn Mothers Against Drunk Driving award
State Capitol now hive of activity after Office of Elections moves in
Overnight water service shutdown scheduled for portions of Kapaʻa
Kaua‘i Fire Department hosts graduation ceremony for 35th recruit class
Road closures scheduled for Ala Wai Road in Waimea
Lane closures scheduled through Aug. 7 on several roadways around Kaua‘i
Lane, road closures scheduled for Kilikina Place
What you need to know about Kaua‘i County’s Aug. 8 primary election
University of Hawaiʻi extends fall application deadline
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Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative celebrates accomplishments, progress
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Kaua‘i News
Surfer dies at Kaua‘i beach park over weekend
The man was found unresponsive next to his board, approximately 25 yards offshore.
Authorities find no evidence of foul play after body pulled from Kaua‘i waters
An autopsy is pending to determine the official cause of death and any contributing factors.
Statewide Hawaiʻi Safety Survey underway
Anonymous questionnaire is part of a working group study to address domestic violence and improve survivor safety; it takes about 5 minutes to complete and responses are confidential.
Tagging whales from the sky: New methods revolutionize research
Marine Mammal Research Program team members during their February field season successfully used drones to deploy tags — a safer, less invasive tag deployment for animals and researchers — on a total of 22 humpback whales.
Hawaiʻi governor announces several appointments to state commissions
“Each of these leaders brings valuable experience, integrity and a deep commitment to public service,” Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green said. “Their work will help expand opportunities for Native Hawaiian beneficiaries, ensure fairness in our campaign finance system and uphold the highest ethical standards in state government.”
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Hawaii News
Office of Hawaiian Affairs launches nationwide search for chief executive officer
The board seeks a mission-driven executive with extensive senior leadership experience, demonstrated organizational and financial management expertise as well as a deep understanding of Native Hawaiian history, culture, values and contemporary issues.
Statewide Hawaiʻi Safety Survey underway
Anonymous questionnaire is part of a working group study to address domestic violence and improve survivor safety; it takes about 5 minutes to complete and responses are confidential.
Tagging whales from the sky: New methods revolutionize research
Marine Mammal Research Program team members during their February field season successfully used drones to deploy tags — a safer, less invasive tag deployment for animals and researchers — on a total of 22 humpback whales.
Hawaiʻi governor announces several appointments to state commissions
“Each of these leaders brings valuable experience, integrity and a deep commitment to public service,” Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green said. “Their work will help expand opportunities for Native Hawaiian beneficiaries, ensure fairness in our campaign finance system and uphold the highest ethical standards in state government.”
Big Island News
Office of Elections moves into state Capitol ahead of Election Day
The Capitol in Honolulu is now a hive of activity to support the Aug. 8 state primary elections; well more than 100,000 ballots already arrived as of July 30 by mail.
Business Monday: Colorful orchids breathe a fresh energy to a new Hilo cafe
Faii Metawee and Caleb Houck have opened Blooms Café in Hilo, which has homemade foods and drinks that feature local flavors and seasonal specials, along with beautiful, unique orchids for sale.
Maui News
Young Brothers: Underground fire forces closure of Port at Kaunakakai
The Port of Kaunakakai is closed until further notice due to an underground fire reported at the pier, according to an email update provided by the shipping company, Young Brothers.
Maui Community comes together to celebrate women in wellness
An estimated 300 people came together to support 45 women-owned businesses at the annual Empower Her Expo on Sunday, hosted by Leslie Garo of Mālama Yo Mama. The event took place at the Binhi At Ani Filipino Community Center, and the event focused on empowerment, positivity, and inspiration.
2026 Emma Farden Sharpe Hula Festival, Aug. 21–22, 2026 at Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows
The beloved Emma Farden Sharpe Hula Festival returns to Lahaina at the beautifully reimagined Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows on Aug. 21–22, 2026. This free, family-friendly celebration of hula and Hawaiian culture features hālau hula from across Maui, cultural workshops, keiki activities, Hawai‘i-made artisans, and live Hawaiian music, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of Kāʻanapali Beach.
