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News in brief for July 24: Endowed professorship, Red Hill, colorectal cancer summit and more

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

Volcano Watch: Watching volcanoes move, one survey at a time

Hawaiian Volcano Observatory relies heavily on global positioning satellite data to monitor volcanic activity in Hawaiʻi; data collected are by a combination of permanent stations and annual surveys, giving scientists a picture of Mauna Loa’s changing shape through time.

The Wellness Event returns to Walmart stores statewide just in time for busy back-to-school season

Customers can receive a variety of health screenings, connect with Walmart pharmacists and learn more about resources that support overall wellness; walk-ins are welcome and no registration is required for the July 25 event at Līhuʻe Walmart.

Former Kaua‘i resident indicted with trafficking fentanyl charge

The charge stems from an incident on May 23, 2025, when law enforcement executed a search warrant on the 55-year-old woman’s vehicle and seized approximately 81.5 grams of fentanyl.

REMINDER: Roads temporarily closed, Kōloa Shuttle schedule modified during upcoming Kōloa Plantation Days

Ho‘owili Road will be closed the morning of July 26 to accommodate the festival’s Family Fun Run, while portions of Poʻipū, Kōloa and Maluhia roads will be shuttered for several hours causing several stops of the Kōloa Shuttle to be canceled the afternoon of July 25 for the annual parade.

Chef from Thailand brings global culinary experience to Grand Hyatt Kauaʻi

Chef Suttichai Sripolpa developed his passion for cooking while working in his family’s restaurant in the Udon Thani province of Thailand.
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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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News in brief for July 24: Endowed professorship, Red Hill, colorectal cancer summit and more

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

Volcano Watch: Watching volcanoes move, one survey at a time

Hawaiian Volcano Observatory relies heavily on global positioning satellite data to monitor volcanic activity in Hawaiʻi; data collected are by a combination of permanent stations and annual surveys, giving scientists a picture of Mauna Loa’s changing shape through time.

The Wellness Event returns to Walmart stores statewide just in time for busy back-to-school season

Customers can receive a variety of health screenings, connect with Walmart pharmacists and learn more about resources that support overall wellness; walk-ins are welcome and no registration is required for the July 25 event at Līhuʻe Walmart.

Former Kaua‘i resident indicted with trafficking fentanyl charge

The charge stems from an incident on May 23, 2025, when law enforcement executed a search warrant on the 55-year-old woman’s vehicle and seized approximately 81.5 grams of fentanyl.

32nd installment of Made in Hawaiʻi Festival scheduled in August

Mark your calendars now; tickets go on sale Aug. 1 for what is hyped as what is expected to be the Honolulu festival’s biggest and best year yet.

Hurricane Fausto Friday Update: Storm becomes Category 2 overnight but expected to weaken before reaching Hawaiʻi

The current forecast brings the system near or just north of the Hawaiian Islands during the early to middle portions of next week and as a tropical storm.

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Walmart hosts annual summer wellness event at stores statewide just in time before new school year

Customers can receive a variety of health screenings, connect with Walmart pharmacists and learn more about resources that support overall wellness; walk-ins are welcome and no registration is required for the July 25 event at Hilo and Kailua-Kona Walmart stores.

Hawaiian Electric monitoring Hurricane Fausto, preparing for possible impact

Hawaiian Electric urges customers to take precautions as the hurricane approaches.

News briefs for July 24: Endowed professorship, Red Hill, tourism conference and more

A brief look at news from throughout the state and beyond.

Department of Health confirms 2 new travel-related cases of Cyclospora in Hawai‘i residents

The microscopic parasite Cyclospora has been linked to shredded Iceberg lettuce at Taco Bell served in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and West Virginia.

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UH Mānoa Athletics Director Matt Elliott marks his first year with two national championships, fundraising record

University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Athletics Director Matt Elliott closed out his first year on the job June 30, a stretch that included two national and conference championships, a fundraising record and a shift to free statewide broadcasts that will expand access for fans on Maui and across the state.

Four Maui Nui groups receive funding from HTA’s Kūkulu Ola program

Four Maui Nui organizations are among 30 statewide recipients of nearly $900,000 in cultural funding awarded by the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority through its Kūkulu Ola program, the agency announced Thursday. The grants, which run through the end of the year, support community organizations that perpetuate Hawaiian cultural practices, offer educational programming, preserve cultural sites and […]

Maui Pony Allstars to sell Fukushima hot dogs tonight in Kīhei to fund trip to California tournament

The Maui Pony Allstars 14U team will sell Fukushima hot dogs Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. at Azeka Mauka in Kīhei as part of Kīhei 4th Friday, with proceeds going toward the team’s trip to the Pony Regional Tournament in West Covina, Calif. The 12-member team earned the trip by winning the state tournament […]

Hawai‘i Charter School leaders gather for Third Annual Charter Summit

Nearly 150 public charter school leaders, educators, governing board members and community partners gathered Friday for the Hawai‘i State Public Charter School Commission’s Third Annual Charter Summit, “I Mua Kākou: Navigating Forward Together,” to celebrate innovation, strengthen collaboration and explore the future of public education in Hawai‘i.