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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.Health UPDATE: Bacteria advisories canceled for Keālia Beach Park, Anahola Bay Pavilion areas
Kaua‘i News Road closures for Pua Loke and Ulu Mahi subdivisions will run through Oct. 23
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Goodwill Industries of Hawai‘i to host reuse collection event Friday in Līhuʻe

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

Road, lane and bridge closures scheduled around Kauaʻi throughout this week, beyond

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Officials advise no swimming, ocean recreation activities because of brown water advisory

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Kaua‘i News
Hawaiʻi Department of Health has tips for parents, caregivers during Safe Sleep Awareness Month
Because sleep-related infant deaths and accidental suffocation are largely preventable, parents and caregivers are encouraged to take simple steps that protect infants during sleep.
It is down to 3 finalists for administrator and CEO of Office of Hawaiian Affairs
Todd Kala Apo, Kaulana H. R. Park and Summer Lee Haunani Sylva are the finalists for the top paid leadership position at the Office of Hawaiian Affairs.
UPDATE: Bacteria advisories canceled for Keālia Beach Park, Anahola Bay Pavilion areas
Water sample tests show enterococci levels at both locations no longer exceed acceptable levels of enterococci.
Road closures for Pua Loke and Ulu Mahi subdivisions will run through Oct. 23
The closures are necessary for public safety while crews resurface the roads.
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It is down to 3 finalists for administrator and CEO of Office of Hawaiian Affairs
Todd Kala Apo, Kaulana H. R. Park and Summer Lee Haunani Sylva are the finalists for the top paid leadership position at the Office of Hawaiian Affairs.
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.
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.
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 […]
Big Island News
Hilo Bay team has been busy keeping Dewy the buoy operational this active hurricane season
Buoys can be damaged, break free or drift from their location during extreme weather.
University of Hawaiʻi, University of Massachusetts partner for joint research, exchanges and programs
Both university systems signed a five-year memorandum of understanding to establish a partnership focused on mutual priorities.
Maui News
Maui Surf Forecast for October 07, 2026
Long period south swell energy will continue filling in today, keeping surf elevated but just below advisory levels this afternoon. By Wednesday, this...
$3,500 raised for Maui Junior Golf through the Rick Smith Memorial Golf Tournament
On Sunday, September 27, a memorial golf tournament was held at King Kamehameha Golf Club in honor of Rick Smith. Rick was an avid golfer who loved the game and, most importantly, loved helping and supporting junior golfers. In his memory, family and friends came together for 18 holes of golf and a fun-filled skins […]
Community meeting on Nāʻālehu Interim Disaster Housing to assist those displaced by Hurricane Lala
On behalf of Gov. Josh Green, the Hawaiʻi Department of Human Services will host a community meeting from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, at the Nāʻālehu Public Library to cover plans for interim disaster housing for residents displaced by Hurricane Lala.
Maui man, Okudara, admits to mailing packages of methamphetamine and cocaine from California to Maui
United States Attorney Ken Sorenson announced that Isaiah Okudara, 39, of Maui, pleaded guilty on Oct. 2, 2026 to one count of possession with the intent to distribute methamphetamine and cocaine. Sentencing is scheduled for Feb. 10, 2027 before United States District Judge Shanlyn A.S. Park.
