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Green Fee funding available for community-based projects to protect Hawai‘i’s forests, watersheds, wetlands

Funding for these projects is coming from the newly created Green Fee, established in 2025, to support Hawai‘i’s environmental stewardship.

Volcano Watch: When will Halemaʻumaʻu fill with lava?

The easiest answer to the question of whether lava will flow out of the caldera is — it depends!

Summer horsemanship camp, Poop Drop Fundraiser at Healing Horses Kauaʻi

Healing Horses Kauaʻi welcomes children to participate in its exciting 2026 summer horsemanship and riding camps, featuring interactive horseback riding lessons.

Waimea River mouth stabilizes after community effort to mitigate immediate flood threat

As the river returns to its usual course, residents emphasize the need for long-term solutions to protect the island’s only black sand beach.

Report released from 2026 Community Assessment for Public Health Emergency Response survey

Survey teams throughout the course of 5 days completed a total of 175 interviews islandwide, collecting valuable data about health, well-being and emergency plans of Kauaʻi residents.

Nominees sought for AARP 2026 Andrus Award for Community Service

Award honors volunteers 50 years old and older who share their experience, talent and skills to not just make a difference in their communities but enrich them; nomination deadline is Sept. 1.
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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

Hawaii News Chevron Forward

Green Fee funding available for community-based projects to protect Hawai‘i’s forests, watersheds, wetlands

Funding for these projects is coming from the newly created Green Fee, established in 2025, to support Hawai‘i’s environmental stewardship.

Volcano Watch: When will Halemaʻumaʻu fill with lava?

The easiest answer to the question of whether lava will flow out of the caldera is — it depends!

Nominees sought for AARP 2026 Andrus Award for Community Service

Award honors volunteers 50 years old and older who share their experience, talent and skills to not just make a difference in their communities but enrich them; nomination deadline is Sept. 1.

Gov. Josh Green signs 266 measures into law after hosting 18 bill signing ceremonies

Gov. Josh Green issued one veto from the intent-to-veto list, which the fewest vetoes in recent history.

News in brief for July 16: New board members, new flights, free professional development and more

A quick look at news happening throughout the state and beyond.

Kauaʻi Police Department launches cadet program for aspiring young professionals

Cadets will gain insight into the many paths available within law enforcement while problem-solving and professional skills.

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Proposals sought for community-based projects to protect Hawai‘i’s forests, watersheds, wetlands

Funding for these projects is coming from the newly created Green Fee, established in 2025, to support Hawai‘i's environmental stewardship.

Leader of extremist terror network from Hilo sentenced in federal court for possessing child pornography

The 20-year-old pleaded guilty in February 2025 and was sentenced to 10 years in prison.

Get your tickets now for Polyfest Kona, featuring Aaradhna and Sammy J

Advance tickets are available through July 23 online at a reduced price for the event hosted at KBXtreme in Kailua-Kona and presented by lifestyle and apparel brand Hawai‘i's Finest.

State set to expand free school meals for Hawaiʻi working families

Beginning with the 2026-27 school year, students from households with incomes at or below 300% of the federal poverty level are now eligible for one free breakfast and one free lunch each school day.

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Trace levels of selenium detected in Makawao water system

Routine water quality testing identified trace levels of selenium for the first time in the County of Maui Department of Water Supply’s Makawao water system. The levels detected in the Makawao water system are well below the drinking water standard.

Maui Food Bank appoints Brandi Saragosa as Chief Executive Officer

Maui Food Bank announced the appointment of Brandi Saragosa as its permanent Chief Executive Officer following a comprehensive search conducted by the organization’s Board of Directors.

State of Hawaiʻi Organization of Police Officers endorses Yuki Lei Sugimura for Maui County Mayor

Maui County mayoral candidate Yuki Lei Sugimura announced that she has earned the endorsement of the State of Hawaiʻi Organization of Police Officers (SHOPO), the union representing officers of the Maui County Police Department.

Mayor Richard Bissen bringing Holomua Kākou back to Lānaʻi

Mayor Richard Bissen will bring Holomua Kākou back to Lānaʻi on Monday, Aug. 17, and Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026, following the postponement of the originally scheduled visit earlier this year. The ongoing initiative is part of Mayor Bissen’s efforts to bring County government directly to Maui County’s rural communities.