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Andy Irons Foundation announces scholarship in honor of 3-time world champion surfer from Kaua‘i

Deadline to submit completed applications and supporting documents is April 30; students with a home address on Kaua‘i, are accepted to or attending post-secondary education and have a 3.0 grade-point average are encouraged to apply.

Hours adjusted at public swimming pool on Kaua‘i due to staffing issues

The new hours go into effect starting Feb. 18.

Kaua‘i County offices closed for Presidents’ Day

Regular business hours for county offices and services will resume on Feb. 17.

‘Scary situation off the coast of Kaua‘i’: Harbor pilot slips, falls into rough waters

The pilot was reported to be climbing a rope ladder from a pilot boat alongside the 3,090-passenger cruise ship Emerald Princess on Tuesday when he slipped and fell into the water on its port — or left — side, triggering a “man overboard” emergency.

Get funding for backyard gardens, aviaries, more through Micro-Grant Food Security Grant Program

Papakōlea Community Development Corporation is awarding $5,000 micro-grants for individuals and $10,000 grants to organizations.

Lane closures scheduled on Kaua‘i for geotechnical subsurface exploration, improvements

Work is weather permitting.
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Another injured hiker rescued from Kalalau Trail
The Hawaiian legends of the Nāpali Coast
Nāpali Coast by season: Best times for hiking, photography, wildlife viewing, boat tours
Nāpali Coast: Breathtaking shoreline filmed for many Hollywood films

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Maui County to lead case management program for disaster survivors

Gov. Josh Green has extended the Disaster Case Management Program to continue support for over 6,800 Maui wildfire survivors with FEMA-funded resources.

Get funding for backyard gardens, aviaries, more through Micro-Grant Food Security Grant Program

Papakōlea Community Development Corporation is awarding $5,000 micro-grants for individuals and $10,000 grants to organizations.

Hirono, colleagues introduce measure aimed at rebuilding public schools nationwide

The Rebuild America’s Schools Act of 2026 is a bicameral bill targeting $130 billion in new federal infrastructure funding.

Public invited to comment on list of nominees for Intermediate Court of Appeals

Gov.Josh Green is on the clock to appoint a new associate judge from a list of nominees for the Intermediate Court of Appeals within 30 days.

First statewide kōnane tournament in modern history to be held at Bishop Museum on O‘ahu

Two Kaua‘i competitors will participate in the inaugural Ka Makou Kōnane Invitational Tournament Finals on Friday.

Uncle Ben Kaili of Hilo celebrated for life of bringing Hawaiian music, joy to Big Island and beyond

Big Island musicians and Hawaiian music lovers mourn the loss of Ben Kaili, a legenday slack key guitarist from Hilo.

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Volcano Watch: Handling the pressure; what gases trapped inside crystals tell us

Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientists use tiny features within crystals in erupted lava to answer big questions about the underlying plumbing system at Kīlauea.

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for February 13, 2026

Trade winds will continue through the weekend and into next week, bringing showers to the usual areas, with Sunday seeing the most showers. A trough may...

Hawaii County Surf Forecast for February 13, 2026

A small NW swell building this afternoon will peak on friday bringing a small bump to surf along N and W facing shores. N and W facing shores then see little in...

Mayor Alameda focuses on cost of living, residents quality of life during second State of the County

"I try not to make promises about things that are not in my control, but I can promise you effort, 100%," Hawaiʻi County Mayor Kimo Alameda said. "I can promise you collaboration. I can promise you working for more funding."

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Maui Surf Forecast for February 13, 2026

A small NW swell building this afternoon will peak on friday bringing a small bump to surf along N and W facing shores. N and W facing shores then see little in...

Volcano Watch — Handling the pressure: what gases trapped inside crystals tell us

USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory scientists use tiny features within crystals in erupted lava to answer big questions about the underlying plumbing system at Kīlauea.

HCF’s Maui Strong Fund and House Maui program award $6M to expand housing pathways for wildfire survivors

Hawai‘i Community Foundation announced a combined award of $6.34 million to Hawaiian Community Assets to expand the Ua Hale A‘ela program, a transformative initiative providing safe, affordable housing and clear pathways to homeownership for families affected by the devastating Maui wildfires.

Lahaina: Maui native to debut new hana keaka on rebuilding after wildfires

The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa will debut Lele Wale, a new hana keaka (Hawaiian theatre work) that takes audiences on a journey of community rebuilding in the wake of the Lahaina wildfires. The production honors those who were lost, those who survived, and those who still carry the weight of rebuilding on Maui. Performances run March 4–8 in the Earle Ernst Lab Theatre at Kennedy Theatre.