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First responders rescue visitor on Kalalau Trail on Thanksgiving

First responders spent part of the holiday rescuing another visiting hiker from Kalalau Trail.

Governor’s military leased lands advisory panel meets for first time

Members used their inaugural meeting — in advance of meeting with the governor — to review their roles and responsibilities, discuss a general framework to proceed and develop a shared understanding of the choices before the state — lease, land exchange and condemnation.

Utility work, one-lane closures scheduled for Kawaihau Road in Kapaʻa through December

The work is part of the Kapaʻa Homesteads Tank Project. All work and lane closures are weather permitting; schedule is subject to change.

2 more ʻalalā adapting in field aviary on Maui, will soon join members of wild cohort

The two new birds, both a year younger than their 5 other more established counterparts, are now taking their turn at calling the release aviary home, where they are acclimating to the sights and sounds of the forest and using the secure space to strengthen their flight and landing muscles.

Counting on Kaua‘i generosity: Boosters ask community to help students attend music festival

Kapa‘a Middle School Choir Boosters Club sends out additional information about sponsorships and donations sought to defray costs for choir and ‘ukulele band members to attend educational opportunity that is WorldStrides Music Festivals next spring in Anaheim, Calif.

UPDATE: High surf warning in effect noon Saturday through noon Monday for Kauaʻi, Niʻihau

The National Weather Service’s forecast calls for surf of 35 to 40 feet for north-facing shores, and 20 to 30 feet for west-facing shores.
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Governor’s military leased lands advisory panel meets for first time

Members used their inaugural meeting — in advance of meeting with the governor — to review their roles and responsibilities, discuss a general framework to proceed and develop a shared understanding of the choices before the state — lease, land exchange and condemnation.

2 more ʻalalā adapting in field aviary on Maui, will soon join members of wild cohort

The two new birds, both a year younger than their 5 other more established counterparts, are now taking their turn at calling the release aviary home, where they are acclimating to the sights and sounds of the forest and using the secure space to strengthen their flight and landing muscles.

State to holiday shoppers: Know your refund and exchange rights before you buy

“Understanding your rights before you buy can help prevent disputes and protect your wallet” during the busy holiday shopping season, said Hawaiʻi Office of Consumer Protection Executive Director Mana Moriarty.

Juliet Madrid receives inaugural award for exceptional promise during state government internship

Juliet Madrid successfully completed an internship with the Disability Compensation Division and now works at the Kauaʻi District Health Office.

U.S. representatives Tokuda, Case want to hear from Hawaiʻi constituents about 2026 priorities

U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda and U.S. Rep. Ed Case have each put out their own survey, which they want their constituents to fill out to better understand priorities for 2026.

Hawaiʻi Island struck by magnitude 4.6 earthquake Tuesday night; no reports of damage

The tremor followed the end of episode 37 lava fountaining on Kīlauea by 10 minutes, but does not appear directly related to the eruption, the U.S. Geological Survey said.

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‘Āina Reserves Weekend celebrates sustainability, luxury and spirit of place

Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort, teams up with two of Sonoma County, Calif.'s most celebrated talents for exclusive inaugural 4-day wine festival.

40-year-old charged with murder for shooting a man in Mountain View parking lot

The shooting victim has been identified as 52-year-old John Marshall Marrou, of Volcano.

Island of Hawaiʻi YMCA’s Christmas Tree Fundraiser returns for its 77th year

This year’s sale offers a wide selection of Nordmann fir and Noble fir trees, ranging from 3 to 10 feet tall, along with fresh wreaths.

Military leased lands panel begins laying groundwork for future talks with U.S. Army

Members used their inaugural meeting — in advance of meeting with the governor — to review their roles and responsibilities, discuss a general framework to proceed and develop a shared understanding of the choices before the state — lease, land exchange and condemnation.

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Improvements to close shoulder and one lane on Kula Highway, Dec. 1

The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation notifies road users that work will begin on the traffic signal project at the Kula Highway and Ōmaʻopio Road intersection on Monday, Dec. 1.

$31M in new federal funding awarded to Hawai‘i for high-speed internet expansion

US Sen. Brian Schatz, a Hawai‘i Democrat, said the Aloha State is among the first states in the nation to get proposal approved through the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program.

Compost reimbursement program accepting applications

The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity’s Plant Industry Division is now accepting applications for the 2026 Compost Reimbursement Program, offering financial support to farmers and agricultural producers statewide.

3 new preschools boost pre-kindergarten access for East Hawaiʻi families

It's the largest public pre-kindergarten expansion on Hawaiʻi Island’s eastside under Hawaiʻi Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke's Ready Keiki initiative.