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Brown water advisory issued for beach on Kaua‘i’s north shore

The Hawai‘i Department of Health advises beachgoers to stay out of waters that appear brown or murky.

Proposals sought for Kaua‘i County’s Innovation Grants for upcoming fiscal year

Innovation Grants aim to support forward-thinking community projects that address a clear need or problem within Kauaʻi.

Public comment period for Kaua‘i’s landfill expansion project coming to an end

The county is seeking public comment on the Environmental Impact Statement Preparation Notice for the Kekaha Landfill Cell 3 Vertical Expansion Project.

Registration open for Kauaʻi’s only open-water swim race in Hanalei Bay

The Namolokama Canoe Club runs the family-friendly event that serves as a fundraiser for the club’s community paddling initiatives.

Grand Hyatt Kauaʻi employees, partners help raise thousands for island nonprofits

The resort has donated more than $45,000 to the Visitor Industry Charity Walk, a statewide fundraising initiative that supports nonprofit organizations serving communities across Hawaiʻi.

Pedigree wet dog food recalled due to potential metal, plastic fragments

While it is not certain any of the recalled dog food was sold on Kauaʻi, the state Department of Health urges pet owners to check lot codes.
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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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State hires contractor to build monument memorializing deadly Hanapēpē labor strike more than a century ago

Construction starts Sept. 1, and it’s expected to be completed by February 2027.

$7M to support community-led stewardship across Hawaiʻi

This funding initiative will invest in projects focused on five moku (district) and hui (group of) moku: Kona Kauaʻi, Waiʻanae (Oʻahu), Molokaʻi, Central Maui and Kohala (Hawaiʻi Island).

Third quarter Hawaiʻi annual business reports due

Businesses registered in the third quarter — July through September — can now file their annual reports, which must be filed by midnight Sept. 30 to avoid a late filing penalty fee.

Participants make waves during statewide World Ocean Day event

Community engagement shines during statewide Coastal Kuleana Cleanup, a multi-island effort organized as part of the Year of Our Coastal Kuleana and focused on protecting shorelines, reefs and wetlands vital to Hawaiʻi’s identity and prosperity.

News in brief for July 4: Corpse flower blooms, false claims recovered, out-of-state cancer care and more

A quick look at news from throughout the state and beyond.

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.

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Hawaii County Surf Forecast for July 08, 2026

A moderate, medium- to long-period south southwest (190-200 degrees) swell continues to generate moderate surf below advisory criteria along south facing...

Grant applications open for farmers, agricultural businesses impacted by Kona low storms

Grant awards will help address disaster-related recovery needs that may not be covered by insurance, federal assistance programs, or other sources of aid.

Hawaiʻi Island spinner dolphins are producing fewer calves, new study reveals

In the study, scientists used drone photography to measure the body length of free-swimming dolphins, which revealed a decline in the number of calves.

Big Island Now launches major app update to keep you current with alerts, news, weather, entertainment and more

The new app, which features breaking news alerts displayed at the top, is available as free downloads in the Apple App Store and on Google Play.

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Free Mokuʻula screening at Maui Ocean Center, July 10

The Lahaina Restoration Foundation invites the community to experience E Hoʻi Ka Nani I Mokuʻula (Let the Glory Return to Mokuʻula), the free 360-degree immersive film experience presented at Maui Ocean Center’s The Sphere. The next screening will take place on Friday, July 10, 2026 at 6 p.m., with doors opening at 5:30 p.m.

Community encouraged to attend July 14 meeting on SMA boundary assessment project for Maui

The County of Maui Department of Planning invites community members to learn about the Special Management Area (SMA) boundary assessment project for the island of Maui by attending the Maui Planning Commission meeting at 9 a.m. Tuesday, July 14, 2026.

Miss Aloha Hula, Faith Kealohapauʻole Paredes of Maui, recognized by Council Resolution

The Maui County Council has passed Resolution No. 26-112 today in honor of Faith Lynn Kealohapauʻole "Aloha" Paredes for her historic achievement as Miss Aloha Hula 2026.

West Maui residency area funds available for FY 2027 

Grant funds totaling $100,000 have been made available for West Maui in the county’s fiscal year 2027 budget, which took effect Wednesday, Council Member Tamara Paltin announced.