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    Scientist reports recent Kaua’i shark encounters reflect normal fall behavior

    Following a shark bite incident off Kauaʻi's North Shore, experts affirm that such encounters align with normal seasonal behavior, stressing that the risk to swimmers remains low despite temporary...

    Hawaii News Update: Advisory remains in place for Kauaʻi, Niʻihau east shores as high surf…

    Kauai News Update: Weliweli Road drainage work delayed until January 2026

    Update: Another 8-foot shark spotted in waters off Kaua‘i North Shore beach

    The sighting at Hanalei Bay later Tuesday afternoon (Nov. 11) came just 2 hours after the first 8-foot shark, a tiger shark, was spotted off Keālia Beach. November 11, 2025 · 05:37pm

    Water system upgrade to interrupt service for some customers in Kapa‘a

    As a result, a water service interruption will impact a portion of Haleilio Road, Kaulana Road, and Kihei Road on Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., weather permitting.

    Community ʻŌlelo to broadcast, stream Office of Hawaiian Affairs committee, board meetings

    Community Kauaʻi’s first pickleball event to raise funds for local families in need

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    Update: Another 8-foot shark spotted in waters off Kaua‘i North Shore beach

    The sighting at Hanalei Bay later Tuesday afternoon (Nov. 11) came just 2 hours after the first 8-foot shark, a tiger shark, was spotted off Keālia Beach.

    Update: Advisory remains in place for Kauaʻi, Niʻihau east shores as high surf persists

    National Weather Service cancels advisory for north-facing shores, but eastern shorelines can still expect to see large breakers from 9 to 12 feet increasing to 10 to 14 feet Wednesday (Nov. 12).

    Update: Weliweli Road drainage work delayed until January 2026

    The work was originally slated to begin Nov. 10. More information will be provided when available.

    ʻŌlelo to broadcast, stream Office of Hawaiian Affairs committee, board meetings

    Broadcast and streaming of meetings conducted elsewhere throughout the islands — not just from the Office of Hawaiian Affairs boardroom on O‘ahu — also will be allowed, such as recent sessions at University of Hawai‘i at Hilo’s College of Hawaiian Language.

    Kauaʻi’s first pickleball event to raise funds for local families in need

    The first annual Kauaʻi Pickleball Tournament of Hope will raise money for programs through Child & Family Service as state funding cuts threaten valuable services for families.

    Scientist reports recent Kaua’i shark encounters reflect normal fall behavior

    Following a shark bite incident off Kauaʻi’s North Shore, experts affirm that such encounters align with normal seasonal behavior, stressing that the risk to swimmers remains low despite temporary beach closures.
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    Update: Advisory remains in place for Kauaʻi, Niʻihau east shores as high surf persists

    National Weather Service cancels advisory for north-facing shores, but eastern shorelines can still expect to see large breakers from 9 to 12 feet increasing to 10 to 14 feet Wednesday (Nov. 12).

    ʻŌlelo to broadcast, stream Office of Hawaiian Affairs committee, board meetings

    Broadcast and streaming of meetings conducted elsewhere throughout the islands — not just from the Office of Hawaiian Affairs boardroom on O‘ahu — also will be allowed, such as recent sessions at University of Hawai‘i at Hilo’s College of Hawaiian Language.

    State seeks applicants to Public Utilities Commission

    Public Utilities Commission Chair Leo Asuncion Jr. will be leaving his position on Nov. 17.

    Batches of ByHeart Inc. infant formula recalled for potential, harmful contamination

    Batches of infant formula by ByHeart Inc., which is distributed nationwide, has been recalled due to potential Clostridium botulinum contamination, which could cause serious health risks for infants.

    Kauaʻi surfing icon Rochelle Ballard inducted into Hawaiʻi Waterman Hall of Fame

    The Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation also honored surfing pioneer Patti Paniccia and paddling champions Johnny “Johnny Mac” McCandless and Lauren Spalding.

    Hawaiian Council administering emergency aid to Native Hawaiians impacted by federal shutdown

    This $6.1 million in emergency funding is designed to reach Native Hawaiian households that are most at risk and may not qualify for other state or federal assistance.

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    Most of Big Island now under wind advisory

    Sustained winds of 25 to 35 mph — with gusts of up to 55 mph — are expected in areas including Kohala, portions of Kaʻū, Puna, Hāmākua and Humuʻula Saddle region (between Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa).

    Update: High surf still a concern for east-facing shores; forecasters extend advisory

    National Weather Service cancels advisory for north-facing shores, but eastern shorelines can still expect to see large breakers from 9 to 12 feet increasing to 10 to 14 feet Wednesday (Nov. 12).

    Photos: Vietnam Medal of Honor recipient interned at West Hawai‘i Veterans Cemetery

    Community and family members gathered at West Hawai‘i Veterans Cemetery on Tuesday to celebrate Army Sgt. 1st Class Rodney Yano, who was killed in Vietnam in 1969.

    Mauna Kea observatory reveals closest-ever view of planet-forming disk around young star

    Using the W.M. Keck Observatory on Mauna Kea, astronomers have taken the closest-ever look at dusty regions where planets form, offering new insight into the earliest stages of planetary birth.

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    Hotel Wailea to host exclusive sake dinner Dec. 11

    The Restaurant at Hotel Wailea will host an exclusive culinary experience on Thursday, Dec. 11, featuring IWA 5 of Japan, the acclaimed sake house founded by Richard Geoffroy, former legendary chef de cave of Dom Pérignon.

    Maui Health Foundation representative to speak at Rotary meeting in Lahaina

    The upcoming meeting of the Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset on Nov. 18 features Leana Taylor, director of philanthropy at the Maui Health Foundation. Her position was created to expand outreach efforts in support of Maui’s healthcare system.  

    Navy to start ventilating eighth Red Hill Facility tank; air quality monitoring continues  

    Navy Closure Task Force-Red Hill will begin venting tank 20 at the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility this week, marking another step in the facility’s decommissioning process. Tank decommissioning involves various steps, to include defueling, venting, and ultimately the permanent closure of each tank.

    Staff say Maui Job Corps’ urgent enrollment goal is to keep program alive

    Maui’s only free live-in career training program for young adults is calling on the community to help spread the word: Maui Job Corps Center in Makawao is open, enrolling and needs new students to stay active.