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Solomon Kanoho named Kauaʻi County’s manager for Hurricane Lowell recovery and mitigation

Kanoho has two decades of public safety experience with the county, including in the Kauaʻi Fire Department and with the Kauaʻi Emergency Management Agency.

Kauaʻi County accepts $100,000 IT services donation to repair damage caused by Kapule Building fire

Kauaʻi County Council has embraced a pivotal $100,000 donation from Constructive Construction Management LLC to rejuvenate county computer systems impaired by the Kapule Building fire.

Kauaʻi Police Department’s Joseph Himongala honored as statewide law enforcement officer of the year

Officer Joseph Himongala of KPD has been named the Hawaiʻi State Law Enforcement Officers Association’s Officer of the Year for his exemplary service.

Hawaiian Council launches statewide housing support program for storm-related families

In response to the devastation caused by Hurricanes Lala and Lowell, the Hawaiian Council has introduced the Host Housing Support Program, offering up to $2,000 per month to Hawai’i households that provide shelter to displaced residents.

What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Monday about Hurricane Lowell recovery

Kaua‘i County continues its recovery from Hurricane Lowell nearly a month after the storm impacted the Garden Island.

University of Hawaiʻi has made applying easier with one application accepted for all 10 campuses

The University of Hawaiʻi has launched ApplyHawaiʻi, a single undergraduate application for all 10 campuses: the seven community colleges or the three universities. This replaces a patchwork of separate applications and accounts that prospective students previously had to do when applying to more than one campus. The new system is now available for students applying […]
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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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Briefs for Oct. 6: Workforce Development awards, quarterly reports due, Young Brothers promote CFO

Quick business-related news from across the state.

What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Monday about Hurricane Lowell recovery

Kaua‘i County continues its recovery from Hurricane Lowell nearly a month after the storm impacted the Garden Island.

University of Hawaiʻi has made applying easier with one application accepted for all 10 campuses

The University of Hawaiʻi has launched ApplyHawaiʻi, a single undergraduate application for all 10 campuses: the seven community colleges or the three universities. This replaces a patchwork of separate applications and accounts that prospective students previously had to do when applying to more than one campus. The new system is now available for students applying […]

Students sought for new biosecurity academy to fight against invasive pests in Hawaiʻi

Leeward Community College partnering with the state to train the next generation of invasive species inspectors.

New study from University of Hawaiʻi researchers unlocks how tilapia adapt to extreme saltwater

Researchers at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa’s College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience have discovered how Mozambique tilapia regulate prolactin genes to survive extreme salinity, a finding that could help enable brackish water aquaculture and preserve precious freshwater resources.

Facing our fears: New youth-led nonprofit report sheds light on what state residents say about Hawaiʻi’s future

Center for Tomorrow’s Leaders project reveals shared fears about affordability, quality of life and more.

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UH Cancer Center secures $3M grant to study breast cancer disparities in Hawaiʻi

The study aims to understand, which early-stage pre-invasive breast cancers may become invasive for some patients and not others.

Ironman Foundation donates $350,000 for 2 mobile trailers for Hawaiʻi Island Community Health Center

The new trailers will be converted into fully equipped clinical spaces to help fill the void while the health center undergoes extensive repairs due to damage from Hurricane Lala.

New program provides financial help to Hawaiʻi families hosting storm-displaced residents

In response to the devastation caused by Hurricanes Lala and Lowell, the Hawaiian Council has introduced the Host Housing Support Program, offering up to $2,000 per month to Hawai'i households that provide shelter to displaced residents.

Business briefs for Oct. 6: Workforce Development awards, quarterly reports due, Young Brothers promote CFO

Quick business-related news from across the state.

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County of Maui Department of Finance recognized for excellence in financial reporting

The County of Maui Department of Finance Accounts Division was recently recognized for excellence in financial reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada.

Maui Food Bank names Kaleena Wakamatsu Fryer as Chief Operating Officer

Maui Food Bank has named Maui native Kaleena Wakamatsu Fryer as Chief Operating Officer, bringing more than 16 years of retail and operations leadership experience to the organization. In her new role, Fryer leads Maui Food Bank’s food strategy across sourcing, operations, programs and agency relations, helping connect food donors and local growers with the network of partner agencies serving communities across Maui, Molokaʻi and Lānaʻi.

Maui Weather Forecast for October 06, 2026

Gentle to locally breezy trades will hold through today. Winds will begin to turn out of the south by tonight into Wednesday as an area of low pressure develops...

Hawaiian Council announces Host Housing Support Program for families displaced by recent storms

Qualifying hosts can receive $500 per displaced person each month, up to a maximum of $2,000 per host household per month. This short-term assistance will be available as funding allows to help ease the financial burden on households providing a safe place for displaced friends and family to stay.