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    • Kauaʻi County Division of Motor Vehicles to be temporarily closed

    Regular hours will resume on Thursday, July 9.

    Hawai‘i News Historic 1965 Selma civil rights march photo exhibit extended at state Capitol in…

    Kaua‘i News Lane closures scheduled through July 10 on several roadways around Kaua‘i

    8th annual Garden Island Boogie Board Classic set for Prince Kūhiō Beach in mid July

    The bodyboarding event that features three days of competition, youth development and ocean stewardship is hosted by the nonprofit Kaikeha. July 05, 2026 · 05:00am

    Goodwill Industries to host reuse collection event at Kauaʻi Resource Center on July 10

    At the collection event in Līhuʻe, accepted donations include clothing, shoes, books, children’s toys, kitchenware and small furniture.

    Kaua‘i News Here’s a look at the rest of your Fourth of July fireworks and festivities…

    Kaua‘i News Kaua‘i firefighters put down second July 4 blaze in Hanamāʻulu area

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    Historic 1965 Selma civil rights march photo exhibit extended at state Capitol in Honolulu

    The 28 photographs — half of which had never been seen before — offer a rare visual account of Hawaiʻi’s participation in the march led by Martin Luther King Jr., honoring the role of the islands in the United States civil rights movement.

    Lane closures scheduled through July 10 on several roadways around Kaua‘i

    Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice; all projects are weather permitting.

    8th annual Garden Island Boogie Board Classic set for Prince Kūhiō Beach in mid July

    The bodyboarding event that features three days of competition, youth development and ocean stewardship is hosted by the nonprofit Kaikeha.

    Goodwill Industries to host reuse collection event at Kauaʻi Resource Center on July 10

    At the collection event in Līhuʻe, accepted donations include clothing, shoes, books, children’s toys, kitchenware and small furniture.

    Kauaʻi County Division of Motor Vehicles to be temporarily closed

    Regular hours will resume on Thursday, July 9.

    Here’s a look at the rest of your Fourth of July fireworks and festivities forecast

    Sunny skies are consistent over much of Kauaʻi this afternoon, but there is a slight chance for some rain to move in tonight; with breezy conditions in several spots, too, it will be important to practice your best fire safety skills.
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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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    Historic 1965 Selma civil rights march photo exhibit extended at state Capitol in Honolulu

    The 28 photographs — half of which had never been seen before — offer a rare visual account of Hawaiʻi’s participation in the march led by Martin Luther King Jr., honoring the role of the islands in the United States civil rights movement.

    Governor announces first-in-nation funded savings accounts for eligible foster children

    Private contributions from Michael & Susan Dell Foundation and Ed Freedman’s Stable Road Foundation add to the “Fostering the Future” initiative, ensuring every eligible youth has funded savings account.

    Climate change could cost Hawaiʻi up to $3 billion, possibly more, in lost reef recreation

    “This study puts numbers to what our communities have long understood — that losing our reefs means losing the recreational opportunities, cultural practices and quality of life that define what it means to live in Hawaiʻi,” said Hawaiʻi Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Aquatic Resources Administrator Brian Neilson.

    Hawaiʻi State Archives donates 2 significant collections to America250

    The contributions to the nationwide initiative are 111 World War II letters corresponding with Lt. Col. Farrant L. Turner, first commanding officer of the historic U.S. Army 100th Infantry Battalion, and 28 photos memorializing Hawaiʻi’s role in the famous 1965 Selma to Montgomery March led by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

    PGA Tour eliminates season-opening Hawaiʻi event

    As the PGA Tour leaves the state, Hawaiʻi is welcoming the Sony Open’s transformation into the Sony Championship Hawai’i on the PGA Tour Champions schedule.

    Volcano Watch: Hawai‘i Five-O! Fifty fountaining episodes at Kīlauea summit

    Hawai‘i, the 50th state, reached a golden anniversary June 27: Episode 50 of the ongoing episodic summit eruption at Kīlauea volcano on the Big Island; the north vent served up a 1,030-foot lava fountain, the tallest since Episode 43.

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    Kona Hawaiʻi Island Police Activities League inaugural Keiki Poke Contest a tasty success

    Five contestants competed in each of three age divisions, preparing their own unique poke recipes and judged on creativity, presentation, taste and use of local ingredients.

    Lost reef recreation because of climate change could cost Hawaiʻi up to $3 billion by beginning of next century

    “This study puts numbers to what our communities have long understood — that losing our reefs means losing the recreational opportunities, cultural practices and quality of life that define what it means to live in Hawaiʻi,” said Hawaiʻi Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Aquatic Resources Administrator Brian Neilson.

    Banyan Drive revitalization could become a reality after a decade of effort

    A collaboration between state, county, and community leaders brings new energy into the revitalization of the historic shoreline road.

    Summer youth camps, clinics upcoming at University of Hawai‘i at Hilo

    Soccer, basketball and volleyball coaches, staffs invite youth to learn and gain skills during several events starting later in July and running through early August.

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    Record J-1 visa teacher cohort helps close teacher vacancy gaps in Hawaiʻi, bridge cultures

    The latest cohort of the J-1 Visa Teacher Program represents the largest group for the Hawaiʻi State Department of Education. At the start of the new school year, 237 teachers will join the approximately 365 current J-1 visa teachers in classrooms across the state, teaching a variety of subjects in elementary and secondary schools. 

    Maui Resort Rentals named one of Hawai‘i’s Best Places to Work in 2026

    The annual award recognizes organizations across the state that excel in fostering positive work environments, supporting employee development, and upholding strong values. Maui Resort Rentals was selected based on employee feedback.

    Maui Weather Forecast for July 05, 2026

    A ridge of high pressure will remain anchored in place north of the Hawaiian Islands for the foreseeable future. Easterly trade winds will continue to blow...

    Maui County’s fringe mayoral candidates add unique ideas, opinions, entertainment to race

    "It's one of my favorite aspects of politics is the fact that all of these folks get to run no matter how realistic their candidacies are. And sometimes they bring up really important issues, and sometimes they help shift the nature of what the mainstream candidates are talking about," political scientist Colin Moore said. "And sometimes it's just really entertaining."