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Firefighters extinguish structure fire in Moloa‘a

Personnel with the Kapa‘a, Keālia, Princeville, and Līhu‘e fire stations as well as Fire Prevention Bureau, along with the on-duty battalion chief, responded to the incident, arriving just before 11 a.m. to discover a single residence in flames

WATCH: Holo Holo Charters records first humpback sighting of 2025-26 season off Kaua‘i

The whale was spotted by Capt. Kekoa and crew members Noah and Jon aboard the vessel Holoholo while traveling offshore along the Garden Isle’s west side en route to Ni‘ihau.

Update: High surf advisory canceled for Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau

Advisory was previously in effect until 6 p.m. today for north and west shores of both islands.

University of Hawaiʻi streamlines admissions process for Hawaiʻi public high school seniors

Officially introduced Oct. 13 at Kauaʻi High School, the new Direct2UH initiative provides free direct enrollment to 9 of the university’s campuses based on a student’s grade-point average, without them having to complete a traditional application.

Kaua‘i nonprofit to host community workday to restore 600-year-old Alakoko Fishpond

This upcoming workday is part of the nonprofit’s continuing multi-year effort to restore the Hulēʻia watershed and stabilize the fishpond’s kuapā (rock wall).

Rep. Tokuda set to hold a statewide telephone town hall on Oct. 16

The lawmaker will take live questions from participants and address concerns about the federal government shutdown (if still ongoing), the impacts of federal funding cuts, and other pressing issues impacting Hawai‘i residents.

Kauaʻi County holding collections for household hazardous waste

Residents of Kauaʻi can safely dispose of items such as automotive products, batteries and other household hazardous waste at designated locations.

Rat lungworm disease detected in adult on Kaua‘i

State health officials were not able to identify an exact source of infection.

Alaska, Hawaiian Airlines create foundation to support cultural initiatives

The Alaska Airlines | Hawaiian Airlines Foundation will provide grants to programs focused on celebrating and preserving the unique way of life in Alaska and Hawai‘i.

Hawaiʻi governor’s visit to Japan strengthens relations, signs clean energy memoranda

The visit also marked two major milestones: the 40th anniversary of the Hawai‘i–Okinawa sister-state relationship and the 125th anniversary of Okinawan immigration to Hawai‘i.

Senate committees holding briefing on effects of federal tariffs, cuts on Hawaiʻi’s agriculture

A goal is to ensure that Hawaiʻi’s farmers, ranchers and the agricultural community have an opportunity to discuss on-the-ground effects of the federal changes.

Hawaiʻi airports running smoothly during shutdown due to local federal employees, Gov. Green says

Hawai‘i airports have not experienced significant impact due primarily to the commitment of federal employees who have been reporting to work, according to Gov. Josh Green’s office.

Guardrail repairs to cause brief delays on Olohena Road in Kapaʻa

Lane closures are scheduled along Olohena Road near Kapaʻa Middle School on Oct. 16-17 to facilitate essential guardrail repairs by the Kauaʻi Department of Public Works and GP Roadway Solutions.

15-year-old Australian lands plane at Big Island airport during world ‘patient-to-pilot’ flight

Byron Waller’s is on a mission called “From Patient to Pilot” that aims to inspire young people to chase their dreams no matter the challenges they face.

University of Hawaiʻi oceanographers provide first in-depth look at this deep-sea ecosystem

A study by oceanographers at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa provided the first in-depth look at a poorly understood area of the ocean, revealing a dynamic community that is sensitive to seasonal changes.

Weekly Kaua‘i lane closures announced for Oct. 12-17

All projects are weather permitting.

Solveig Løvseth credits the ‘supernatural’ for Ironman World Championship win on brutal day that knocked out 2 race leaders

Løvseth captured the title in her first-ever attempt, defeating Kat Matthews of Great Britain by just 35 seconds in the third-closest world championship finish in the sport’s history – men or women.

Kaua‘i man dies following two-vehicle crash

Speed appears to be a contributing factor in the crash, and toxicology results are pending to determine if impairment played a role.

Solveig Løvseth of Norway claims Ironman World Championship after Taylor Knibb, Lucy Charles-Barclay resign from race

Reigning Ironman World Champion Laura Philipp of Germany will lead the professional field that includes two other Ironman World Champions: Great Britain’s Lucy Charles-Barclay and American Chelsea Sodaro.

MTB Kaua‘i up and rolling, on mission to elevate mountain biking on the Garden Isle

Nonprofit mountain biking association wants to create, enhance and preserve a world-class network of mountain biking trails throughout Kaua’i County while raising awareness and enthusiasm for a healthy outdoor activity and fostering the next generation of mountain bicyclists.
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