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Tropical Storm Fausto Tuesday update: Kaua‘i could see potential heavy rainfall as weakening storm passes
The National Weather Service forecasters in Honolulu and Kauaʻi officials urge the public to prepare regardless of potential impacts and storm track. July 28, 2026 · 01:38am
Kalalau Trail closed due to high stream levels as Tropical Storm Fausto passes island
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Kaua‘i News
UPDATE: Department of Water to conduct an overnight test water shutdown for portions of Kōloa this week
The test shutdown is set for 10 p.m. Thursday, July 30 to 2 a.m. Friday, July 31, and will help officials further evaluate the water system and identify any needed improvements.
Kalalau Trail closed due to high stream levels as Tropical Storm Fausto passes island
While the forecast continues to keep the storm’s center away from Kauaʻi, subtle shifts in the storm’s track remain possible and could affect local weather conditions.
Restaurant leaders to share lessons on Hurricane response, business recovery
Restaurant owners in Hawaiʻi can enhance their hurricane preparedness by joining a free webinar hosted by the National Restaurant Association and Resy.
3 Kaua‘i high school grads among 10 recipients statewide to be awarded Fukunaga Scholarship
Each recipient will receive up to $20,000 over four years to pursue a degree in business administration or a related field.
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3 Kaua‘i high school grads among 10 recipients statewide to be awarded Fukunaga Scholarship
Each recipient will receive up to $20,000 over four years to pursue a degree in business administration or a related field.
Tropical Storm Fausto Tuesday update: Kaua‘i could see potential heavy rainfall as weakening storm passes
The National Weather Service forecasters in Honolulu and Kauaʻi officials urge the public to prepare regardless of potential impacts and storm track.
Hawaiʻi food vendor livestreaming when deadly shooting breaks out at ‘Bite of Seattle’
Tragedy struck the Bite of Seattle food festival when gunfire erupted, with vendor Christopher Monterroso of Hawaiian Honey Cones unexpectedly capturing the chaos as festivalgoers fleeing in terror that happened as he was livestreaming for his business.
Voter service centers open now for upcoming primary elections
Officials urge voters to vote early so they can beat the long lines expected during the Aug. 8 state primary elections.
UPDATE: High surf advisory upgraded to warning for eastern shores of the islands
The National Weather Service has issued the warning for east-facing shores of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau.
Annual report: Surfrider Kauaʻi in 2025 removed nearly 80.3 tons of trash — or 160,552 pounds — from beaches
That total includes two cleanups last year on the Garden Isle that broke the scales — one in January at Anahola Bay where 3,202 pounds were collected and another in June at Nukoli‘i Marine Camp when 2,402 pounds were removed — as reported in national nonprofit Surfrider Foundation’s seventh annual beach cleanup report.
Big Island News
New research by University of Hawaiʻi finds connection between gut bacteria, biological aging
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa researchers found certain gut bacteria are linked to how quickly the body ages, providing new insight into the connection between the gut, health and longevity.
New reports document energy priorities, concerns of Puna, Kaʻū residents
Reports by Vibrant Hawaiʻi and KōCreate examine energy affordability, power outages, household preparedness, renewable energy development, community participation, protection of ʻāina and cultural resources as well as benefits residents expect from future energy investments.
Maui News
Learn the good, bad and creative about artificial intelligence at upcoming Maui AARP workshop
AARP Hawai‘i is holding a series of workshops on Maui to inform the public about harmful and helpful uses for artificial intelligence – how it is being used in frauds; how to tell the difference between reality and AI; and how to use AI to express creativity.
Sensei Lānaʻi, A Four Seasons Resort has named Leonard ‘Leo’ Gensolin as its new Executive Chef
Leonard “Leo” Gensolin has been named Executive Chef, Sensei Lānaʻi, A Four Seasons Resort, overseeing all culinary operations, including Sensei by Nobu, Koele Garden Bar and in-room dining, as well as leading the resort's culinary team.
County partnering with Aloha Recycling for temporary recycling drop-off services in Kahului
The County of Maui Department of Environmental Management is partnering with Aloha Recycling in Kahului to provide temporary recycling drop-off services during a transition period while the County works to establish a new permanent recycling site in Central Maui.
ARDA-Hawaiʻi donates $5,000 to Maui United Way to support residents impacted by Kona Low storms
The funding will provide further financial assistance to individuals and families affected by storms, particularly residents living in South Maui (Kīhei and Wailea) and West Maui (Lahaina, Kāʻanapali and Kahana), where the majority of damage occurred.


