Hawaii News High surf advisory tonight through 6 a.m. Tuesday for north shores of Kauaʻi, Niʻihau
Community Public invited to provide feedback before final phase of Hanalei water line…
Hawaiʻi transportation department launches plan to improve pedestrian, biking, transit access
HDOT will also host a virtual community meeting for Kauaʻi residents on Monday night to present the network, gather feedback and highlight local projects. November 09, 2025 · 06:13am
UH college student joining Antarctica expedition with polar explorer Robert Swan
In 20 days, UH Mānoa sophomore Eric Gee will be joining legendary polar explorer Robert Swan on an expedition to Antarctica to show the world why it is a critical resource that needs to be protected.Kauai News Update: Continued higher-than-normal water levels mean coastal flooding will persist
Kauai News 11 lane closures scheduled during week of Nov. 8-14 on Kaua‘i state roadways
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Hirono, colleagues introduce legislation to bar mass layoffs during government shutdown
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Līhuʻe Airport awarded grant of more than $51M for runway improvements project
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Road closure for portion of Weliweli Road to run Nov. 10 through mid-December
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West Kauaʻi highway becomes focus of new initiative to reduce nēnē deaths
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Kaua‘i News
High surf advisory tonight through 6 a.m. Tuesday for north shores of Kauaʻi, Niʻihau
A moderate to large north-northeast swell is expected to fill in late tonight through Monday increasing surf heights to 14 to 18 feet.
Trump administration demands Hawaiʻi, other states ‘undo’ SNAP payments made for November
Hawaiʻi was one of several states to make the SNAP payments for November before the U.S. Supreme Court temporarily paused two rulings ordering emergency funds be used for the food program during the federal shutdown.
UH college student joining Antarctica expedition with polar explorer Robert Swan
In 20 days, UH Mānoa sophomore Eric Gee will be joining legendary polar explorer Robert Swan on an expedition to Antarctica to show the world why it is a critical resource that needs to be protected.
Public invited to provide feedback before final phase of Hanalei water line improvements
The second and final phase of the Hanalei Water Line Improvements Project is set to begin by the end of the year.
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Hawaii News
High surf advisory tonight through 6 a.m. Tuesday for north shores of Kauaʻi, Niʻihau
A moderate to large north-northeast swell is expected to fill in late tonight through Monday increasing surf heights to 14 to 18 feet.
Trump administration demands Hawaiʻi, other states ‘undo’ SNAP payments made for November
Hawaiʻi was one of several states to make the SNAP payments for November before the U.S. Supreme Court temporarily paused two rulings ordering emergency funds be used for the food program during the federal shutdown.
UH college student joining Antarctica expedition with polar explorer Robert Swan
In 20 days, UH Mānoa sophomore Eric Gee will be joining legendary polar explorer Robert Swan on an expedition to Antarctica to show the world why it is a critical resource that needs to be protected.
$6.1M OHA emergency relief funds to help Native Hawaiians impacted by fed gov’t shutdown
“When Hawaiians help Hawaiians, our aloha and pilina deepen,” said Office of Hawaiian Affairs Board of Trustees Chairman Kaialiʻi “Kai” Kahele.
Hirono, colleagues introduce legislation to bar mass layoffs during government shutdown
Current law does not permit agencies to conduct workforce cuts during a lapse in appropriations. This bill reaffirms and makes explicit Congress’ intent that no administration can use a shutdown as a pretext to initiate layoffs.
Līhuʻe Airport awarded grant of more than $51M for runway improvements project
Līhuʻe Airport’s redesigned layout now includes previously absent buffer zones, giving pilots extra room to maneuver during emergencies and lowering the chances of runway overruns. The entire project is aimed at increasing safety.
Big Island News
High surf advisory tonight through 6 a.m. Tuesday for north shores of Big Island
A moderate to large north-northeast swell is expected to fill in late tonight through Monday increasing surf heights to 14 to 18 feet.
Trump administration demands states, including Hawaiʻi, ‘undo’ full SNAP benefits paid for November
Hawaiʻi was one of several states to make the SNAP payments for November before the U.S. Supreme Court temporarily paused two rulings ordering emergency funds be used for the food program during the federal shutdown.
Maui News
Central Pacific Financial Corp. announces Paul Yonamine’s retirement from Board
Central Pacific Financial Corp., parent company of Central Pacific Bank, announced that Paul Yonamine has retired from both the CPF and CPB Board of Directors, effective Nov. 6, 2025. Yonamine has served as a director since 2017. He will continue to have the honorary title of Chairman Emeritus in recognition of his service to the bank as a former Chair of the Board.
Sensei Lānaʻi, A Four Seasons Resort appoints Lanikai Lindsey as Resort Manager
This marks a return to Lānaʻi for Lanikai Lindsey, who helped open the Lodge at Koele nearly two decades ago as part of the original Four Seasons rebranding team.
Kula Community Association hosts State Fire Marshal for public meeting, Nov. 12
The Kula Community Association invites Upcountry residents to its General Meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 12, from 6-8 p.m. at the Kula Community Center. State Fire Marshal Dori Booth will share insights on fire suppression strategy and statewide preparedness.
