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    • Kauaʻi Officer Joseph Himongala honored as statewide law enforcement officer of the year

    Officer Joseph Himongala of KPD has been named the Hawaiʻi State Law Enforcement Officers Association's Officer of the Year for his exemplary service.

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

    Kaua‘i News Pacific Missile Range Facility now accepting applications for Guest Pass Program

    Kauaʻi Emergency Management Agency Executive Officer Sol Kanoho (left) and Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami at a Wildfire Conference on May 7, 2026. (Photo credit: Kauaʻi County)

    Solomon Kanoho named Kauaʻi County’s manager for Hurricane Lowell recovery and mitigation

    Kanoho has two decades of public safety experience with the county, including in the Kauaʻi Fire Department and with the Kauaʻi Emergency Management Agency. October 06, 2026 · 07:25am

    Hawaiian Council launches statewide housing support program for storm-related families

    In response to the devastation caused by Hurricanes Lala and Lowell, the Hawaiian Council has introduced the Host Housing Support Program, offering up to $2,000 per month to Hawai'i households that provide shelter to displaced residents.

    Hawai‘i News University of Hawaiʻi, University of Massachusetts create partnership focused on…

    Business Briefs for Oct. 6: Workforce Development awards, quarterly reports due, Young Brothers…

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    Pacific Missile Range Facility now accepting applications for Guest Pass Program

    Eligible individuals can submit applications for guest pass access to the facility’s select recreational sites and beach access.

    University of Hawaiʻi, University of Massachusetts create partnership focused on mutual priorities

    Both university systems signed a five-year memorandum of understanding to establish a framework for joint research, student and faculty exchanges and training programs.

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

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

    Solomon Kanoho named Kauaʻi County’s manager for Hurricane Lowell recovery and mitigation

    Kanoho has two decades of public safety experience with the county, including in the Kauaʻi Fire Department and with the Kauaʻi Emergency Management Agency.

    Kauaʻi County accepts $100,000 IT services donation to repair damage caused by Kapule Building fire

    Kauaʻi County Council has embraced a pivotal $100,000 donation from Constructive Construction Management LLC to rejuvenate county computer systems impaired by the Kapule Building fire.

    Kauaʻi Police Department’s Joseph Himongala honored as statewide law enforcement officer of the year

    Officer Joseph Himongala of KPD has been named the Hawaiʻi State Law Enforcement Officers Association’s Officer of the Year for his exemplary service.
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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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    University of Hawaiʻi, University of Massachusetts create partnership focused on mutual priorities

    Both university systems signed a five-year memorandum of understanding to establish a framework for joint research, student and faculty exchanges and training programs.

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

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

    Briefs for Oct. 6: Workforce Development awards, quarterly reports due, Young Brothers promote CFO

    Quick business-related news from across the state.

    University of Hawaiʻi has made applying easier with one application accepted for all 10 campuses

    The University of Hawaiʻi has launched ApplyHawaiʻi, a single undergraduate application for all 10 campuses: the seven community colleges or the three universities. This replaces a patchwork of separate applications and accounts that prospective students previously had to do when applying to more than one campus. The new system is now available for students applying […]

    Students sought for new biosecurity academy to fight against invasive pests in Hawaiʻi

    Leeward Community College partnering with the state to train the next generation of invasive species inspectors.

    New study from University of Hawaiʻi researchers unlocks how tilapia adapt to extreme saltwater

    Researchers at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa’s College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience have discovered how Mozambique tilapia regulate prolactin genes to survive extreme salinity, a finding that could help enable brackish water aquaculture and preserve precious freshwater resources.

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    Parker Ranch receives distinguished ranching award for horse breeding program

    Parker Ranch received the prestigious Best Remuda Award for its exemplary American Quarter Horse breeding programs, celebrating the exceptional working horses vital to its operations.

    UH Cancer Center secures $3M grant to study breast cancer disparities in Hawaiʻi

    The study aims to understand, which early-stage pre-invasive breast cancers may become invasive for some patients and not others.

    Ironman Foundation donates $350,000 for 2 mobile trailers for Hawaiʻi Island Community Health Center

    The new trailers will be converted into fully equipped clinical spaces to help fill the void while the health center undergoes extensive repairs due to damage from Hurricane Lala.

    New program provides financial help to Hawaiʻi families hosting storm-displaced residents

    In response to the devastation caused by Hurricanes Lala and Lowell, the Hawaiian Council has introduced the Host Housing Support Program, offering up to $2,000 per month to Hawai'i households that provide shelter to displaced residents.

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    Facing our fears: New youth-led nonprofit report sheds light on what state residents say about Hawaiʻi’s future

    Center for Tomorrow's Leaders project reveals shared fears about affordability, quality of life and more.

    OHA announces three finalists for Administrator/CEO position

    The Office of Hawaiian Affairs today announced three finalists for the position of Administrator/Chief Executive Officer, marking a significant milestone in the search for the organization’s next executive leader. The three finalists are Todd Apo, Kaulana Park and Summer Sylva.

    County of Maui Department of Finance recognized for excellence in financial reporting

    The County of Maui Department of Finance Accounts Division was recently recognized for excellence in financial reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada.

    Maui Food Bank names Kaleena Wakamatsu Fryer as Chief Operating Officer

    Maui Food Bank has named Maui native Kaleena Wakamatsu Fryer as Chief Operating Officer, bringing more than 16 years of retail and operations leadership experience to the organization. In her new role, Fryer leads Maui Food Bank’s food strategy across sourcing, operations, programs and agency relations, helping connect food donors and local growers with the network of partner agencies serving communities across Maui, Molokaʻi and Lānaʻi.