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250 utility workers in the field on Kauaʻi to restore power to North Shore, pocket outages a week after Lowell
Based on progress to date, the Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative said it anticipates the first North Shore restorations could occur Wednesday in portions of Princeville and Hanalei, weather permitting. September 14, 2026 · 05:57pm
What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Tuesday about Hurricane Lowell recovery
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What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Tuesday about Hurricane Lowell recovery
It’s been a week since Hurricane Lowell caused mass destruction and outages throughout Kaua’i County, but officials report a sense of normalcy is returning; also find updates about road closures, food distribution, public schools reopening, cleaning up mold, household waste and recycling and more.
Families can find life insurance policies with free, online tool
Hawaiʻi residents can use a Life Insurance Policy Locator, which aids family members who cannot locate a policy or are unaware of its existence.
Photo Gallery: 8 days after Hurricane Lowell, damage and recovery on the Garden Island
Communities in Kauaʻi are tirelessly working through the aftermath of Hurricane Lowell, as striking images reveal the extensive damage caused over Labor Day weekend.
Insurance provider to offer in-person Hurricane Lowell claims assistance this week on Kauaʻi
Zephyr Insurance is offering in-person claims assistance for policyholders affected by Hurricane Lowell from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. from Sept. 16 to 18 in Līhuʻe.
UH Mānoa received $1M federal grant to build ‘first-of-its kind’ clean energy research facility
The new Tunable Photoionization Chemical Dynamics Facility will help researchers better understand chemical reactions and could advance cleaner energy technologies in the future.
250 utility workers in the field on Kauaʻi to restore power to North Shore, pocket outages a week after Lowell
Based on progress to date, the Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative said it anticipates the first North Shore restorations could occur Wednesday in portions of Princeville and Hanalei, weather permitting.
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What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Tuesday about Hurricane Lowell recovery
It’s been a week since Hurricane Lowell caused mass destruction and outages throughout Kaua’i County, but officials report a sense of normalcy is returning; also find updates about road closures, food distribution, public schools reopening, cleaning up mold, household waste and recycling and more.
State briefs for Sept. 15: State welcomes individuals into leadership roles
Marigold Zoll and Craig McGinnis take on leadership roles at the Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Forestry and Wildlife and the Department of Accounting and General Services New Aloha Stadium Entertainment project.
Families can find life insurance policies with free, online tool
Hawaiʻi residents can use a Life Insurance Policy Locator, which aids family members who cannot locate a policy or are unaware of its existence.
UH Mānoa received $1M federal grant to build ‘first-of-its kind’ clean energy research facility
The new Tunable Photoionization Chemical Dynamics Facility will help researchers better understand chemical reactions and could advance cleaner energy technologies in the future.
Salvation Army airlifts pizzas to feed storm-devastated residents, passengers stuck at Līhuʻe Airport
The mass food distribution event in support of Hurricane Lowell relief efforts on Kauaʻi and was in partnership with Domino’s Hawaiʻi and Rainbow Helicopters; fresh slices and aloha arrived the afternoon of Sept. 10.
Big Island News
Kīlauea continues to tease 55th fountaining episode as it enters day 8 of precursory activity
The summit region continues to be highly pressurized, but it is not possible to forecast what might happen next.
Public input sought on proposed amendments to University of Hawai‘i’s master plan for Mauna Kea
The proposed revisions go over the university's plans for Mauna Kea lands and their relationship to Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority's responsibilities during the management transition.
Maui News
Council candidate Bobby Pahia endorsed by Operating Engineers Local 3
Operating Engineers Local 3, a leading union representing skilled heavy equipment operators, mechanics, and construction workers across Hawai‘i and the Pacific, has endorsed Bobby Pahia for the Maui County Council Upcountry residency seat.
Paʻūpili Lahaina 3rd Saturdays returns Sept. 19
Paʻūpili Lahaina 3rd Saturdays is a monthly gathering dedicated to healing, connection, culture, and strengthening the resilience of Lahaina. The Maui Economic Recovery Commission (Maui ERC) Healing Journey Team is proud to continue bringing the community together through this welcoming space for residents, families, and friends to reconnect, share, and support one another.
First large-scale hybrid reef deployment launched at Kalaeloa to combat erosion and rising seas
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation, in collaboration with DARPA and the University of Hawaiʻi, has launched the Kalaeloa Hybrid Reef Project, a first-of-its-kind nature-based engineering initiative that integrates engineered structures with living coral to protect coastal highways from erosion and rising seas.
