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Kauai News 9 lane closures scheduled during week of Jan. 24-30 on Kaua‘i state roadways

12-foot tiger shark sighted in waters off Keālia Beach
Kaua‘i Ocean Safety Bureau officials have posted warning signs and advise no swimming or other ocean activities at the beach park; they continue to monitor the area. January 24, 2026 · 03:50pm
Several University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa programs ranked among world’s best
Five of the university flagship campus subject areas placed in the top 1% around the globe while another four garnered 2% honors in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject.Hawaii News $25,000 grant available for nonprofit art, culture programs supporting Hawaiʻi…
Hawaii News UH scientists investigate Sharktober, confirm spike in tiger shark bites in October
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Kaua‘i News
Several University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa programs ranked among world’s best
Five of the university flagship campus subject areas placed in the top 1% around the globe while another four garnered 2% honors in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject.
Surfrider Kauaʻi to host Community Science for Clean Coastal Water event
The community water quality event will focus on understanding harmful pollution affecting Kauaʻi’s coastal waters and how community-led efforts are turning data into solutions.
UPDATE: Episode 41 of Big Island’s Kīlauea summit eruption ends after more than 8 hours
Small particles of volcanic glass strands called Pele’s hair and ash could be remobilized in areas downwind of the two eruptive vents at the Big Island volcano; widespread tephra fall also was reported in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park and surrounding areas, including communities to the north.
12-foot tiger shark sighted in waters off Keālia Beach
Kaua‘i Ocean Safety Bureau officials have posted warning signs and advise no swimming or other ocean activities at the beach park; they continue to monitor the area.
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Hawaii News
Several University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa programs ranked among world’s best
Five of the university flagship campus subject areas placed in the top 1% around the globe while another four garnered 2% honors in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject.
UPDATE: Episode 41 of Big Island’s Kīlauea summit eruption ends after more than 8 hours
Small particles of volcanic glass strands called Pele’s hair and ash could be remobilized in areas downwind of the two eruptive vents at the Big Island volcano; widespread tephra fall also was reported in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park and surrounding areas, including communities to the north.
$25,000 grant available for nonprofit art, culture programs supporting Hawaiʻi veterans
The Hawaiʻi State Foundation on Culture and the Arts will select the grantee with the federal funding part of the America 250 celebration.
UH scientists investigate Sharktober, confirm spike in tiger shark bites in October
New University of Hawaiʻi research confirms that “Sharktober” is real, revealing a statistically significant spike in shark bite incidents in Hawaiian waters every October.
Outrigger Kauaʻi Beach Resort connecting residents, guests with several events
The resort in Līhuʻe is spotlighting local culture, cuisine and environmental stewardship with events open to guests and residents that include craft fairs and beach cleanups.
Kaiser workers launch open-ended strike next week in Hawaiʻi, California
The strike is scheduled to start at 7 a.m. Monday at the Moanalua Medical Center in Honolulu and will continue until a labor agreement is reached, according to the United Nurses Associations of California/Union of Health Care Professionals.
Big Island News
Endangered 13-year-old runaway sought by Big Island police
Eva Napoleon was last seen about 5 p.m. Jan. 23 in the 2500 block of ʻĀinaola Drive in Hilo. Do you know where she is?
18 lane closures scheduled during week of Jan. 25-30 on Big Island state roadways
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting.
UPDATE: Winter weather advisory canceled for Big Island summits
National Weather Service forecasters in Honolulu report there is no longer a threat of impactful winter weather atop Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa.
UPDATE No. 4: Ashfall warning downgraded to advisory in effect until Sunday evening
"Kīlauea eruption has ended. However, small amounts of tephra and ash from this large eruption will continue to persist near the ground level and be blown around by the low level winds through Sunday," said National Weather Service forecasters in the advisory notification.
Maui News
Maui Surf Forecast for January 25, 2026
For N shores, short period remnants of existing NW swell are on the decline today and surf will follow suit as the period continues to shorten and swell...
Free event on reducing wildfire risks to homes, communities Feb. 11 in Kahului
The County of Maui Office of Recovery invites residents to attend a free presentation on reducing wildfire risk to homes, neighborhoods and communities across Maui Nui at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center Morgado Hall in Kahului.
Girl Scouts of Hawaiʻi launches ‘Girls in Policy’ to build next generation of civic leaders
Girl Scouts of Hawaiʻi is launching Girls in Policy, a new, innovative program designed to strengthen girls' civic engagement, leadership and advocacy skills during the 2026 Hawaiʻi Legislative Session.
Kaiser Permanente releases Maui pharmacy closure details ahead of Monday strike
Kaiser Permanente Hawaiʻi announced operational plans Saturday for Maui County ahead of an open-ended strike by unionized health care workers scheduled to begin Monday. While the health provider states all medical facilities will remain open, patients on Maui should expect disruptions to pharmacy services at several locations. The United Nurses Associations of California/Union of Health […]


