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State of the County address to be delivered online as inclement weather is expected on Garden Isle

This will be Kawakami’s final address after eight years of serving as mayor of Kaua‘i County.

Update: State of Kauaʻi County address to be available online Wednesday, in-person event canceled

Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami’s eighth and final 2026 State of the County Address will be recorded and released online via video on Wednesday afternoon.

Rudy Tai formally sworn in as Kaua‘i Police chief

A public swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for March 30, at 11:30 a.m. at the Kauaʻi War Memorial Convention Hall in Līhu‘e.

Kaua‘i County officials advise public to prepare for expected inclement weather

The National Weather Service forecasts a period of unsettled weather with the potential for heavy rain and thunderstorms that could lead to flash flooding as well as strong winds.

Hollywood returns to Hawaiʻi with multiple productions filming here in 2026

Hawaiʻi’s film and television industry is having a big year in 2026, with three major productions being filmed in the Aloha State.

Outrigger canoe paddling provides lifelong health and culture, UH study says

The study found paddling connects people to their health, ancestors, environment and sense of purpose.
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Expected storm to Hawaiian Islands prompts Gov. Green to issue emergency proclamation

The storm is expected to affect Kauaʻi and Oʻahu first, with conditions expanding across the rest of the state through the weekend.

Hollywood returns to Hawaiʻi with multiple productions filming here in 2026

Hawaiʻi’s film and television industry is having a big year in 2026, with three major productions being filmed in the Aloha State.

Outrigger canoe paddling provides lifelong health and culture, UH study says

The study found paddling connects people to their health, ancestors, environment and sense of purpose.

Making waves: Big Island 18-year-old strives to compete at highest level of competitive sailing

Gavin Vasilescu, 18, is preparing for crucial competitions this month in Southern California, where he hopes to excel at the national level and inspire more Hawaiʻi sailors to compete nationally.

Helmsley Charitable Trust grant funds CPR equipment for Hawai‘i Pacific Health facilities

Officially known as the Lund University Cardiopulmonary Assist System, or LUCAS, the devices provide consistent and uninterrupted chest compressions even in challenging circumstances, such as during a patient’s transport to a medical center or when CPR is needed for an extended period.

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration breakthroughs abundant in 2025

The agency’s data advanced space weather warnings, made water safer, protected right whales, and much more.

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Pāhoa man charged with firearm offenses, outstanding bench warrants

Kawika Benny Kahee was charged with several firearm offenses after police arrested him in Nanawale due to outstanding bench warrants on March 8.

Hawaiian Electric offers tips on how to prepare for upcoming storm

The company urges customers to review family and business emergency plans, ensure they have supplies they need on hand.

Gov. Green issues emergency proclamation ahead of expected storm to Hawaiian Islands

The storm is expected to affect Kauaʻi and Oʻahu first, with conditions expanding across the rest of the state through the weekend.

University of Hawaiʻi study finds outrigger canoe paddling provides lifelong health, culture

The study found paddling connects people to their health, ancestors, environment and sense of purpose.

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Paperback of the historical stage play ‘Aloha Kaua’ by Noalani Helelā is now available

Through poetic language, vivid theatricality, and sharp political insight, the play examines a pivotal moment in Hawaiian history when the kingdom faced the pressures of colonization, religious conversion, and cultural upheaval.

Young storytellers from Maui Waena win national awards at Student Television Network competition

Representing Hawaiʻi against hundreds of teams from across the nation, the Maui Waena middle school media students captured two first-place awards in the Feature Story and Music Video categories. The team also earned honorable mentions in additional categories.  

Maui Nui District honors scouting volunteers, celebrates Eagle Scouts

Scouting America, Aloha Council’s Maui Nui District recently honored outstanding volunteers and celebrated the achievements of local youth during the “Hearts of Service” Recognition Brunch at Camp Maluhia.

Hawaiian Electric monitoring severe weather, preparing for potential impacts

Hawaiian Electric urges customers to review family and business emergency plans, ensure they have supplies they need on hand, and keep close watch on the development of the storm.