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Housing Agency to close for two days next week

The County of Kauaʻi Housing Agency will be moving back to the regular office space and will close from July 6 to 7.

Annual water quality report is available online and in print beginning Wednesday

The 2026 Water Quality Report will go over all nine water systems from Jan. 1, 2025 to Dec. 31, 2025.

Crews clean up 1,000-gallon wastewater spill from sewage pump station on Kaua‘i

The spill was caused by a communication failure between the pump station’s control system and pumping equipment, resulting in elevated wastewater levels in the pump station’s wet well.

GasBuddy projects second most expensive July 4 national average price ever at pump

National average price of gasoline on July 4 projected at $3.75 per gallon, still about 65 cents more than the national Fourth of July average in 2025 and nearly $1 higher than where gas prices started at the beginning of this year, despite several weeks of declines.

Ahi must have country of origin label beginning Wednesday

Act 238 requires local tuna fisheries and associated seafood markets to have a country of origin label to better inform and safeguard consumers by July 1.

First cohort graduates from University of Hawai‘i medical school’s Kaua‘i Medical Training Track

The graduation marks a historic milestone for Kauaʻi and the state.
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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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GasBuddy projects second most expensive July 4 national average price ever at pump

National average price of gasoline on July 4 projected at $3.75 per gallon, still about 65 cents more than the national Fourth of July average in 2025 and nearly $1 higher than where gas prices started at the beginning of this year, despite several weeks of declines.

Ahi must have country of origin label beginning Wednesday

Act 238 requires local tuna fisheries and associated seafood markets to have a country of origin label to better inform and safeguard consumers by July 1.

First cohort graduates from University of Hawai‘i medical school’s Kaua‘i Medical Training Track

The graduation marks a historic milestone for Kauaʻi and the state.

Hawaiʻi Attorney General secures 53 million eggs in nationwide settlement

An investigation found that three of the largest egg producers worked together to artificially increase the prices of eggs nationwide for years.

Free expression and updated University of Hawaiʻi updated time, place and manner policy

University on July 1 will implement the updated policy and procedures on an interim basis systemwide; requires activities follow reasonable, viewpoint-neutral standards such as managing noise levels, designating appropriate posting areas and ensuring building access remains unobstructed.

Central Pacific Bank earns Best Bank in Hawai‘i honor from Forbes for 3rd consecutive year

This recognition highlights banks that consistently deliver trusted, high-quality financial services and exceptional experiences at the local level.

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New study reveals global tuna fishing practices have created risks to the world’s marine protected areas

Drifting fish aggregating devices are posing significant risks to half of the world's marine protected areas.

University of Hawaiʻi systemwide updated time, place and manner policy and free expression

University on July 1 will implement the updated policy and procedures on an interim basis systemwide; requires activities follow reasonable, viewpoint-neutral standards such as managing noise levels, designating appropriate posting areas and ensuring building access remains unobstructed.

Nine motorists arrested on Big Island roadways for DUI through June 15-21

Most of the arrests occurred in Hilo, with four reported.

Hawaiʻi’s emergency siren test scheduled for July 1

Hawaiʻi’s outdoor warning sirens will undergo their routine monthly test at 11:45 a.m. on Wednesday, July 1, in conjunction with the Emergency Alert System test.

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Maui visitor spending climbs 26% in May as arrivals near pre-wildfire levels

Visitor spending on Maui rose 26.4% in May compared with a year earlier, outpacing every other island in Hawaiʻi, according to preliminary statistics released Tuesday by the state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism.

United Public Workers endorses Pāʻele Kiakona, expanding labor support in House District 14

The United Public Workers, AFSCME Local 646, AFL-CIO, has endorsed Green Party candidate Pāʻele Kiakona for Hawaiʻi State House District 14, becoming the third major labor union to endorse his campaign.

Hawaiʻi Attorney General secures 53 million eggs and $3.3 million in nationwide price-fixing settlement

An investigation found that three of the largest egg producers worked together to artificially increase the prices of eggs nationwide for years.

Regional Director of Big Brothers, Big Sisters to speak at Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset meeting, July 7

The Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset welcomes Big Brothers Big Sisters Regional Director, Megan Ness as its guest speaker at an upcoming meeting on Tuesday, July 7, 2026.  She will be joined in her presentation by Maria Santiago, Enrollment and Matching Specialist for the organization.