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Kaua‘i News
Hurricane Lowell to remain a powerful hurricane, high surf advisory issued for south-facing shores
Swells generated by Lowell will likely cause life-threatening surf and rip current conditions and are predicted to affect portions of the Hawaiian Islands beginning today.
Kaua‘i Island Utility Cooperative tells customers to get prepared ahead of Hurricane Lowell
As the cooperative continues preparing for the possibility of additional storm activity, members are encouraged to review their personal emergency preparedness plans and make sure they are ready for the possibility of prolonged power outages
Lowell to remain a major hurricane when it makes its closest approach to Hawaiian Islands
Forecasters said that it is still too soon to determine the exact track of the Category 4 hurricane, which now has sustained winds near 140 mph.
Lane closures scheduled for portions of Kapaʻa from Sept. 8-11
Impacted roads are Lehua Street, Inia Street, Kukui Street, Ulu Street and ʻŌhiʻa Road; Closures are scheduled for 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 8-11 and are part of a multi-week project to clean and inspect the sewer collection system.
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Hawaii News
Hurricane Lowell to remain a powerful hurricane, high surf advisory issued for south-facing shores
Swells generated by Lowell will likely cause life-threatening surf and rip current conditions and are predicted to affect portions of the Hawaiian Islands beginning today.
Lowell to remain a major hurricane when it makes its closest approach to Hawaiian Islands
Forecasters said that it is still too soon to determine the exact track of the Category 4 hurricane, which now has sustained winds near 140 mph.
State announces automated Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program mass replacement, extended deadline
The critical updates will help families throughout the state who experienced food loss because of impacts from Hurricane/Tropical Storm Lala.
First-grade teacher on Kaua‘i among finalists for Hawai‘i State Teacher of the Year
The teacher selected will go on to represent Hawaiʻi at the National Teacher of the Year Ceremony in Washington, D.C.
News in brief for Sept. 2: AEDs installed, Community Day, strengthening bilateral ties and nearly $30M coming to state
A quick look at news stories happening throughout the state and beyond.
University of Hawaiʻi asks public to provide input on Mauna Kea master management plan
“We invite the community to take some time to review the proposed revisions, ask questions and share their manaʻo, their perspectives with us,” said University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo Center for Maunakea Stewardship Executive Director Greg Chun.
Big Island News
Lowell remains Category 4 hurricane; could bring storm impacts to western portions of the state by next week
Lowell is moving further away from Hawai‘i Island and is now 465 miles south-southwest of Hilo.
Kona Airport runway reopens after crack forces temporary suspension
Kona International Airport's runway has reopened following a crack that led to its temporary closure, which disrupted several flights and caused diversions to Kahului Airport.
Maui News
Maui man pleads guilty to bank robbery
United States Attorney Ken Sorenson announced that Justin Nelson, 43, of Kīhei, Maui, appeared Thursday, Sept. 3, before US Magistrate Judge Wes Reber Porter and entered a plea of guilty to bank robbery. Sentencing is set for Dec. 18, 2026 before Senior US District Judge Helen Gillmor.
Mayor Bissen urges USPS to preserve home mail delivery for Lahaina residents rebuilding after wildfire
Mayor Richard Bissen is urging the US Postal Service to preserve and restore direct home mail delivery for Lahaina residents rebuilding homes destroyed in the 2023 Maui Wildfires, emphasizing that "returning families should not lose an essential service simply because they were forced to rebuild."
Gov. Green declares State of Emergency, pre-positions resources ahead of Tropical Cyclones
Gov. Josh Green signed an emergency proclamation (EP) covering the entire state to support preparations for and potential impacts from Hurricane Lowell, Hurricane Karina, Tropical Storm Marie and any additional storms that could affect Hawaiʻi.
County of Maui continues to prepare, encourages readiness ahead of hurricanes Lowell and Karina
County of Maui departments continue to respond to damage from Tropical Storm Lala while preparing for possible impacts from hurricanes Lowell and Karina. With multiple weather systems interacting, there is more uncertainty in forecasts, National Weather Service officials have emphasized. Meanwhile, officials are echoing calls for community members to stay prepared during this above-normal hurricane season.
