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    • Applications now open for Hurricane Lowell business recovery grants

    Onetime grants of $5,000 or $10,000 are available for eligible non-agricultural small businesses and nonprofits that experienced physical damage or economic losses caused directly by Hurricane Lowell;...

    Hawai‘i News Briefs for Oct. 14: Veterans Day ceremony to honor generations of service, art exhibit…

    Kaua‘i News Brown water advisory has been issued for Kōloa Landing

    Kauaʻi veterans return home from Washington, D.C., after trip to honor their service during Vietnam era

    Kauaʻi veterans returned home to Honolulu for receptions after a poignant Honor Flight to Washington, D.C. October 14, 2026 · 05:00am

    Law enforcement apprehends Princeville man wanted on multiple warrants

    48-year-old Richard Leibman was wanted in connection with multiple criminal investigations and on several active arrest warrants related to burglary, theft and criminal trespass.

    Hawai‘i News What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Wednesday about Hurricane Lowell…

    Kaua‘i News Wailua Mauka Bridge to close completely on Sunday

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    Law enforcement apprehends Princeville man wanted on multiple warrants

    48-year-old Richard Leibman was wanted in connection with multiple criminal investigations and on several active arrest warrants related to burglary, theft and criminal trespass.

    Applications now open for Hurricane Lowell business recovery grants

    Onetime grants of $5,000 or $10,000 are available for eligible non-agricultural small businesses and nonprofits that experienced physical damage or economic losses caused directly by Hurricane Lowell; will be awarded on first-come, first-served basis, so those interested encouraged to apply quickly.

    Briefs for Oct. 14: Veterans Day ceremony to honor generations of service, art exhibit explores Native Hawaiian themes

    The Veterans Day Sunset Ceremony and the PUKA photography exhibition will be on Oʻahu.

    Brown water advisory has been issued for Kōloa Landing

    Beach users are urged to stay out of waters that appear brown or murky, especially following storms or heavy rain.

    What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Wednesday about Hurricane Lowell recovery

    Here is up-to-date information about recovery efforts and resources from Hurricane Lowell.

    Wailua Mauka Bridge to close completely on Sunday

    Crews will maintain two-way traffic on the Mayor Bryan Baptiste Memorial Bridge with one lane in each direction.
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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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    Briefs for Oct. 14: Veterans Day ceremony to honor generations of service, art exhibit explores Native Hawaiian themes

    The Veterans Day Sunset Ceremony and the PUKA photography exhibition will be on Oʻahu.

    What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Wednesday about Hurricane Lowell recovery

    Here is up-to-date information about recovery efforts and resources from Hurricane Lowell.

    Youth Climate Summit invites Hawaiʻi keiki, teens, young adults to state Capitol for 2026 event

    Participants will have a proven platform to pitch their vision, collaborate with decision-makers and drive tangible legislative solutions for local communities.

    Bishop Museum offers cultural education through elaborate exhibitions, weekly programs

    The Bishop Museum, the State of Hawaiʻi Museum of Natural and Cultural History, announced the rest of its schedule of exhibitions, programs and events for October.

    Maui family court judge, judiciary employees honored during Jurist of the Year awards

    Family Court Judge James Rouse of Maui was named 2026 Hawaiʻi Jurist of the Year.

    Donation from Mark Zuckerberg, Priscilla Chan will advance expansion of medical respite

    Priscilla Chan and Mark Zuckerberg donated $900,000 to Project Vision Hawaiʻi, which will help expanded the development of Pūlama Ola Kauaʻi, a medical respite in Līhuʻe.

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    Hawaii County Weather Forecast for October 15, 2026

    A high pressure system drifting slowly from west to east far north of the Hawaiian Islands over the next few days will increase easterly trade winds into the...

    Hawaii County Surf Forecast for October 15, 2026

    The current small northwest swell will continue a gradual decline through Thursday, followed by a moderate north-northwest swell Friday through the weekend...

    Police investigating possible drowning in waters off Pebble Beach in Captain Cook

    Kona Patrol officers responded at 1 p.m. Tuesday to a report about a missing diver; 18-year-old from Kailua-Kona was found shortly before 4 p.m. in the water and transported to Kona Community Hospital, where he later was pronounced dead.

    Kona sign-waving calls on community to vote early, defend free elections

    Kona Indivisible is joining the national coordinated day of action by hosting a No Dictators Protest and Sign-Waving Event at 4 p.m. on Saturday.

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    Maui Surf Forecast for October 15, 2026

    The current small northwest swell will continue a gradual decline through Thursday, followed by a moderate north-northwest swell Friday through the weekend...

    Paʻūpili Lahaina 3rd Saturdays brings music, culture and community together on Oct. 17

    The spirit of community continues to thrive in Lahaina as Paʻūpili Lahaina 3rd Saturdays returns on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Lahaina United Methodist Church. The free, family-friendly gathering invites residents and visitors to spend the day enjoying Hawaiian culture, live music, hands-on activities, and opportunities to reconnect with friends, neighbors, and the greater Lahaina community.

    County of Maui Volunteer Center will hold free virtual workshop Oct. 21 on cultivating volunteer loyalty

    HandsOn Maui, the County of Maui Volunteer Center, is inviting nonprofit leaders, volunteer managers and community organizers across Maui County to a free virtual workshop on Oct. 21, 2026, that will explore how organizations can help cultivate volunteer loyalty.

    Kīhei Community Association to host Council candidate forum, Maui County Charter amendment overview

    The Kīhei Community Association will hold a public meeting at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 20 at ProArts Playhouse in Azeka Shopping Center, featuring candidates for three Maui County Council seats on the November general election ballot.