Community Join Surfrider Kauaʻi, partners for free screening of ‘Earth’s Greatest…
Election 2026 primary election ballots in the mail; ballot drop box locations announced
‘Fablehaven’ author Brandon Mull brings fantasy storytelling to Līhuʻe Public Library
The New York Times bestselling authori will provide a free public presentation on July 21 that focuses on creativity, storytelling, reading and his writing process, combining humor with practical advice. July 19, 2026 · 05:00am
Kauaʻi keiki bring home free helmets, bikes after annual Keiki Bike Safety Day on Saturday
Forty lucky youngsters pedaled home with new bikes, and hundreds learned essential riding skills and helmet safety from dedicated Wilcox Medical Center physicians and community partner.Community Traffic advisory: Road closures planned for Kōloa Plantation Days Parade
Business Hawai‘i comes in first — at being worst state for business
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Kauaʻi Housing Agency to host free first-time homebuyer education event July 30
Kaua‘i Island Utility Cooperative seeks recovery of costs incurred by wildfire…
Hawaiʻi State LGBTQ+ Commission elects new chairperson, welcomes 2 new members
‘Unexpected and encouraging’: Hawaiian insect discoveries offer hope for rare…
2,000-plus expected to gather for 2026 Native Hawaiian Convention on Oʻahu
Single lane closure set for Kahiliholo Road through November
Lane closures scheduled through July 24 on several roadways around Kaua‘i
Lane closures scheduled for Po‘ipū, Kōloa, Maluhia roads in Kōloa
Department of Water plans repairs, intermittent outages along upper Kuamoʻo Road
Volcano Watch: When will Halemaʻumaʻu fill with lava
Summer horsemanship camp, Poop Drop Fundraiser at Healing Horses Kauaʻi
Waimea River mouth stabilizes after community effort to mitigate immediate flood threat
Report released from 2026 Community Assessment for Public Health Emergency Response survey
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Kaua‘i News
Kauaʻi keiki bring home free helmets, bikes after annual Keiki Bike Safety Day on Saturday
Forty lucky youngsters pedaled home with new bikes, and hundreds learned essential riding skills and helmet safety from dedicated Wilcox Medical Center physicians and community partner.
Join Surfrider Kauaʻi, partners for free screening of ‘Earth’s Greatest Enemy’
Eye-opening investigative documentary will be presented free July 30 at Philippine Cultural Center in Puhi in partnership with Hōʻike Kauaʻi Community Media and Kauaʻi Climate Action Coalition.
2026 primary election ballots in the mail; ballot drop box locations announced
Kaua’i County elections officials also remind voters that ballots must be received — NOT postmarked — by 7 p.m. the night of the primaries, Aug. 8.
Traffic advisory: Road closures planned for Kōloa Plantation Days Parade
Motorists should drive with caution and allow additional time to get to their destination as traffic delays are expected; roads open for travel in and out of Poʻipū will be Ala Kalanikaumaka and Ala Kinoiki.
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Hawaii News
Counselors explore opportunities for prospective students at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa
High school counselors participated in an immersive event that highlights the university’s possibilities to inspire more students to thrive in Hawaiʻi.
Hawai‘i comes in first — at being worst state for business
The fix for a bad business climate isn’t more bureaucracy. It’s less. Reducing taxes and regulations help revitalize the economy. If only our lawmakers would embrace those policies more often.
Hawaiʻi State LGBTQ+ Commission elects new chairperson, welcomes 2 new members
Two-term commission vice president Michael Golojuch Jr. is panel’s new leader; Dr. Sylvia Romm and Crissi Doyle, the commission’s first transgender member, added to its ranks.
‘Unexpected and encouraging’: Hawaiian insect discoveries offer hope for rare species
New populations of Hawaiian moths and damselflies found in unexpected locations.
2,000-plus expected to gather for 2026 Native Hawaiian Convention on Oʻahu
The event is July 20-22 at Neal S. Blaisdell Center in Honolulu, features week of Native Hawaiian programming including cultural workshops, discussions about key issues affecting Native Hawaiians and Hawaiʻi’s communities, Nā Mea Hawaiʻi marketplace and special performances.
Big Island News
Investment firm pays $23 million to become outright owner of Kailua-Kona hotel
Nine Brains, headquartered in Santa Monica, Calif., acquired full fee-simple ownership of Pacific 19 Kona hotel — formerly Kona Seaside Hotel — 4 years after it purchased the ground lease for the property.
Big Island residents turn in nearly 150 firearms during community gun buyback event
"Just yesterday, we remembered Officer Bronson Kaliloa, who made the ultimate sacrifice 8 years ago after being shot during a traffic stop. His loss remains a powerful reminder that firearms in the wrong hands can have devastating consequences," said Hawaiʻi Island Police Chief Reed Mahuna.
Maui News
Maui Surf Forecast for July 20, 2026
A south swell is expected to build tonight, then peak around the advisory level Monday night into early Wednesday. A High Surf Advisory will likely be...
County DPR registration is Aug. 3-14 for Maui youth basketball league that starts this fall
The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation will accept registration forms, Aug. 3-14, 2026, for its Menehune Basketball League that begins this fall on Maui.
Construction Industry of Maui to host 4th Annual Golf Tournament Sept. 19
The Construction Industry of Maui will hold its fourth annual golf tournament Sept. 19 at The Dunes at Maui Lani Golf Course, with proceeds benefiting construction and skilled trades education programs for Maui County residents.
Toastmasters District 49 earns prestigious Smedley Distinguished District recognition
Toastmasters District 49 has earned the prestigious Smedley Distinguished District designation for the 2025–2026 Toastmasters year, the highest level of recognition presented under Toastmasters International’s District Recognition Program. The Smedley Distinguished District award recognizes districts that achieve outstanding performance in membership growth, club growth, club quality and leadership development while meeting or exceeding rigorous international […]
