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Community Learn how to turn food waste into local resource during upcoming compost forum

Kaua‘i County comes together to observe National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week
National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week aims to educate the public and raise awareness about poverty and honor the many volunteers and service providers working to support those in need throughout Kaua‘i. November 16, 2025 · 06:50am
Next Goodwill Industries of Hawai‘i reuse collection event coming up soon
Residents, businesses and other organizations can bring unwanted or unneeded items for reuse — including clothing, small furniture, kitchen items, children’s toys, books and shoes — to Kaua‘i Resource Center in Līhu‘e from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 21.Community New state Legislature-funded program seeks to feed families, strengthen food security
Business Kaua’i Council advances measure targeting disposable bodyboards
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Kaua‘i News
Kaua‘i County comes together to observe National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week
National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week aims to educate the public and raise awareness about poverty and honor the many volunteers and service providers working to support those in need throughout Kaua‘i.
Next Goodwill Industries of Hawai‘i reuse collection event coming up soon
Residents, businesses and other organizations can bring unwanted or unneeded items for reuse — including clothing, small furniture, kitchen items, children’s toys, books and shoes — to Kaua‘i Resource Center in Līhu‘e from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 21.
Kauaʻi County Water Department to observe World Toilet Day with toilet giveaway
World Toilet Day is observed globally to raise awareness about the challenges and serious health consequences associated with poor sanitation in developing countries.
Lane closures scheduled along Mōʻi Road in Hanapēpē
The closures, scheduled for Nov. 18-21, weather permitting, are necessary for geotechnical subsurface exploration and road improvements.
Learn how to turn food waste into local resource during upcoming compost forum
Composting offers one of the most powerful ways to reduce waste, nourish soil, support island farmers and strengthen island resilience, especially with Kauaʻi’s landfill nearing capacity — and projected to run out of space in just 5 years.
New state Legislature-funded program seeks to feed families, strengthen food security
“By connecting local farms directly to community food systems, the state can reduce its dependence on imports while ensuring that more families have access to fresh, nutritious, Hawaiʻi-grown produce,” said House Majority Caucus Leader Kirstin Kahaloa of Hawaiʻi Island.
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Hawaii News
New state Legislature-funded program seeks to feed families, strengthen food security
“By connecting local farms directly to community food systems, the state can reduce its dependence on imports while ensuring that more families have access to fresh, nutritious, Hawaiʻi-grown produce,” said House Majority Caucus Leader Kirstin Kahaloa of Hawaiʻi Island.
Aotearoa officially welcomes Hōkūleʻa, Hikianalia to latest stop on Pacific voyage
The canoes and their crews were greeted Thursday (Nov. 13) with a pōwhiri, or sacred formal Māori ceremony that was expected to celebrate for hours; following a little more than week of public engagements, the waʻa will take 6 months off to wait out South Pacific hurricane season before continuing their voyage.
Volcano Watch: Catching up on Kīlauea; 36 episodes and counting
Fountaining episodes during the past month and a half broke several records for this eruption, including the highest lava fountains, the most volume of lava erupted and the highest rate of lava effusion for this event, which has now lasted more than 10 months.
Gov. Green forms committee to guide him in discussions on Hawai‘i military-leased lands
Mostly made up of Native Hawaiians, the committee encompasses individuals from state government and the private sector.
Green Fee Advisory Council to give update about project evaluation, recommendations
Online registration now open for the Nov. 20 webinar; the council is now reviewing the more than 600 ideas submitted from individuals and from other avenues for possible Green Fee funded projects.
UPDATE: All ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula products now recalled because of botulism threat
The manufacturer recalled all batches of the product, which was sold in Hawai‘i at retailers such as Target and Safeway, including 24-ounce cans and 0.6-ounce individual serve packets. U.S. Food and Drug Administration is investigating.
Big Island News
Renewed activity on Kīlauea signals another lava show is likely next week
Kīlauea's paused summit eruption shows signs of reawakening, with glowing vents, and tremor spikes continue. Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park is advising the public to remain cautious of volcanic hazards such as vog and Pele's hair.
Land use debate heats up over controversial ‘Burning Man-inspired’ festival in Pāpaʻikou
Local residents clash over “Falls on Fire,” a festival that has been held for three years on the Big Island without a required permit — and that has passionate supporters and opponents.
Hawaiʻi County awards more than $386K in Impact Grants
19 projects were awarded funding this year through the Department of Research and Development grant program that is intended to support research, programs or projects that advance measurable positive economic, environmental and equitable impacts for island residents.
Maui News
Royal Lahaina GM named to Hotel Management’s 2025 ‘GMs to Watch’ list
Nicholas Kuhns, general manager of Royal Lahaina Resort & Bungalows, has been named to Hotel Management's "2025 GMs to Watch" list, recognizing creative, resilient and dynamic leaders in the hospitality industry.
OHA and DHHL to discuss housing: Exclusive negotiation period begins for Kakaʻako Makai Lot I
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs and the Department of Hawaiian Homelands are entering into an exclusive negotiation period regarding one of OHA’s nine parcels of land in Kaka‘ako Makai for potential residential development.
Imua Family Services Names Jeremiah Savage as Chief Financial Officer
Imua Family Services has appointed Jeremiah Savage as its Chief Financial Officer, a new position within the agency designed to strengthen the organization's financial infrastructure and support its 78-year-old mission of helping children across Maui County reach their full potential.


