Hawai‘i News Homeowners can apply to second round of cesspool conversion program next month
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Vandalism forces closure of Kauaʻi preschool as new owner works to reopen under new name
Little Wonders Preschool, formerly A Room to Grow Preschool, is on a mission to restore its vibrant learning environment after acts of vandalism forced its closure. August 27, 2026 · 05:00am
Kaua‘i County Council honors Pakele, the last known wild ‘akikiki on Garden Isle
"Kaua‘i County Council proudly honors Pakele’s extraordinary life and enduring legacy as a symbol of hope and resilience for the ‘akikiki," says a council Facebook post from Aug. 26. "May her story...Community 2 new officers welcomed at The Salvation Army Hanapēpē Corps
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Kaua‘i News
Homeowners can apply to second round of cesspool conversion program next month
With $1 million available to support 50 homeowners, early applications are advised due to limited funds and priority-based selection criteria.
Volcano Watch: Tephra time machine; exploring past of Big Island’s Kīlauea volcano past
Most of Kīlauea is covered by lava flows younger than 1,000 years old because the volcano is so frequently active, meaning there are few samples, observations or data for older eruptions, especially at the summit; yet, we know Kīlauea has been in its shield-building stage for more than 200,000 years, so how do scientists learn about the volcano’s history?
Carvalho withdraws from Kauaʻi mayoral debate against Rapozo
The event will go on as planned Thursday night with only Mel Rapozo, current chair of the Kauaʻi County Council, participating.
2 new officers welcomed at The Salvation Army Hanapēpē Corps
The arrival of new corps leadership also coincides with the return of two annual events — Capt. Andy’s Nā Pali Coast Cruise for a Cause and the Hanapēpē Corps Kūpuna Luncheon — that further support and celebrate the Kauaʻi community.
Vandalism forces closure of Kauaʻi preschool as new owner works to reopen under new name
Little Wonders Preschool, formerly A Room to Grow Preschool, is on a mission to restore its vibrant learning environment after acts of vandalism forced its closure.
Kaua‘i County Council honors Pakele, the last known wild ‘akikiki on Garden Isle
“Kaua‘i County Council proudly honors Pakele’s extraordinary life and enduring legacy as a symbol of hope and resilience for the ‘akikiki,” says a council Facebook post from Aug. 26. “May her story inspire continued efforts to protect Kaua‘i’s native forests and ensure that her species may one day thrive in the wild once again.”
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Hawaii News
Homeowners can apply to second round of cesspool conversion program next month
With $1 million available to support 50 homeowners, early applications are advised due to limited funds and priority-based selection criteria.
Volcano Watch: Tephra time machine; exploring past of Big Island’s Kīlauea volcano past
Most of Kīlauea is covered by lava flows younger than 1,000 years old because the volcano is so frequently active, meaning there are few samples, observations or data for older eruptions, especially at the summit; yet, we know Kīlauea has been in its shield-building stage for more than 200,000 years, so how do scientists learn about the volcano’s history?
Vandalism forces closure of Kauaʻi preschool as new owner works to reopen under new name
Little Wonders Preschool, formerly A Room to Grow Preschool, is on a mission to restore its vibrant learning environment after acts of vandalism forced its closure.
Sixth case of cyclosporiasis may have been acquired locally
According to the Department of Health, an Oʻahu resident became ill with cyclosporiasis at the end of July and did not travel outside Hawaiʻi during the period when they were likely exposed.
Hawaiʻi to receive up to $76 million in landmark multi-state settlement with Meta
Meta must implement a sweeping set of safety features designed to protect children on Instagram and Facebook.
Tangled plastic, fishing gear found in pilot whales a ‘stark reminder’ of ocean plastic pollution impact
A new study by University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa researchers found about 23% of stranded short-finned pilot whales throughout a 13-year period in the main Hawaiian Islands had large masses of the debris, essentially ocean trash, inside their stomachs.
Big Island News
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for August 28, 2026
Moderate to locally breezy trades will continue through early next week. These trades are relatively dry and stable, leading to typical summertime windward...
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for August 28, 2026
Surf along south facing shores will hold just below advisory levels through tomorrow as a small, long period south southwest swell continues. The swell will...
What you need to know about Hurricane Lala recovery: Hawaiian Electric reports only about 600 Big Island customers remain without power
The utility also reported in afternoon and evening updates Aug. 27 that Ka‘ū Hospital again has power and crews continued to address outages in Puna, North Kona, Ka‘ū, Hāmākua and Honokaʻa; Hawai'i County Water Supply also reports that normal water use is allowed in the Upper Mountain View area and Pāhala after power was restored to key water infrastructure in both locations.
Maui News
Maui Surf Forecast for August 28, 2026
Surf along south facing shores will hold just below advisory levels through tomorrow as a small, long period south southwest swell continues. The swell will...
20th Annual Kū Mai Ka Hula competition at the MACC, Sept. 12
Kū Mai Ka Hula (“Hula Appears”) returns to the Castle Theater for its 20th annual event on Saturday the 12th at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center as Maui’s premier yearly competition – and Maui’s only adult hula competition. Tickets are on sale now at MauiArts.org.
DUKE by Moses Goods with opening musical performance by The Liliʻu Project, Sept. 5-6 on Maui
Native Hawaiian actor, writer and storyteller Moses Goods ("Chief of War,” “RESCUE HI-Surf,” “NCIS Hawaiʻi,” “Inhumans," etc.) brings to life one of the most beloved figures in Hawaiian history, Duke Paoa Kahanamoku, in this acclaimed one-person show.
Couplet’s Honey Honey Moon Moon, a Pono Project event celebrating Jewish Heritage, Sept. 26
Comedy band and married duo Couplet makes their Hawaiʻi debut. They're bringing their award-winning Fringe show Honey Honey Moon Moon to Maui, giving them another chance to get their honeymoon right, since their real one was spent performing this show in Edinburgh in a converted shipping container for a month.
