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State, county emergency orders waive fees, penalties for Hurricane Lowell recovery
“Our families have been through a lot these past couple of weeks, and the last thing anyone needs is a permit fee or an expired license standing in the way of getting back on their feet,” said Kauaʻi County Mayor Derek Kawakami.
Kaua‘i Island Utility Cooperative continues efforts to reach 100% restored
Utility cooperative reports as of Tuesday afternoon about 732 members remain without power, with restoration total standing at 98%.
Kauaʻi police investigate fatal Kekaha traffic crash
Police report a 2018 Toyota SUV was eastbound Tuesday morning on ʻElepaio Road when it made a left turn onto Alae Road and stuck a 91-year-old Kekaha bicyclist who later succumbed to to his injuries.
Visitor industry leaders to discuss future of Hawaiʻi’s tourism at two-day conference this week
Tourism industry leaders are coming together in Honolulu for the annual Hawaiʻi’s Visitor Industry Conference Thursday and Friday.
Chu Hong of Oʻahu’s Kaimukī High School named 2027 Hawaiʻi State Teacher of the Year
Also honored was Kauaʻi teacher Tammy Carvalho of Kapaʻa Elementary.
Rare Loulu palms at Kauaʻi’s botanical gardens among the casualties from Hurricane Lowell
Hurricane Lowell has left Kaua’i’s National Tropical Botanical Gardens in disarray, with damaged trees, infrastructure, and rare plant collections forcing a suspension of public tours as recovery efforts continue.
Original designs sought by Girl Scouts of Hawaiʻi for 110th anniversary T-shirt
Designs may incorporate the Girl Scout trefoil, Queen Liliʻuokalani, the Hawaiian flag or other elements tied to local Girl Scout history.
Some state lands reopen to public on Kaua‘i following Hurricane Lowell providing limited access
The public is urged to use caution when accessing forested areas, as many unmitigated hazards exist.
Hawaiʻi ranks No. 2 in the nation for lowest student debt
At UH, 80% of first-time undergraduates across 10 campuses graduated debt-free during the 2024–25 academic year.
Kauaʻi farming family loses mangoes, avocados harvest after Hurricane Lowell destroys hundreds of trees
“We’ve lost years and years of sacrifice, blood, sweat and tears during 14-hour workdays in the fields, no matter what the weather was pounding rain or scorching sunlight — all gone in one night,” said Usa Meephol, whose family owns three farms on Kaua’i.
First Tee – Hawaiʻi calls on community to become coaches and help reach more local youth
As First Tee – Hawaiʻi works to expand its programs and reach more keiki across the islands, one thing is essential: caring coaches who are ready to make a difference.
Kaua‘i County answers questions, concerns over interruption in DMV services following fire
There is no firm date yet for when full services will be restored, as in-person services depend on County IT restoring the connection to the state mainframe.
Tropical Storm Odalys expected to become a hurricane
The storm is currently not a threat to the Hawaiian Islands.
Tokuda visits Pacific Missile Range Facility during Hurricane Lowell recovery operations
U.S. congresswoman who represents Hawai‘i’s 2nd Congressional District in Washington, which includes Kaua‘i County, recently came to the West Kaua‘i installation to see firsthand damage from Hurricane Lowell as well as speak with sailors, installation personnel and officials.
Become an ‘Empowered Caregiver’ during this special education program hosted by Alzheimer’s Association
Fall 2026 cohort sessions are designed to provide caregivers with information, support and practical tools to help them navigate the challenges of caring for someone with dementia.
Līhuʻe Civic Center in-person services remain closed; Real Property Division open for deadline
Some offices could reopen sooner than others, depending on when computer systems are restored. The county will share updates as in-person services resume.
EPA invests in innovative wetland projects throughout Pacific Southwest
Effort includes $467,075 coming to Hawai’i for expansion of community stewardship at restored wetland sites, increasing coordination among agencies, landowners and organizations working on wetland restoration and reducing regulatory barriers for wetland restoration practitioners.
Data from Big Island’s W. M. Keck Observatory reveals youngest planet outside solar system
The planet, known as Elias 2-24 b, is still gathering material from the disk of gas and dust surrounding its young host star, allowing scientists to study a giant planet that is growing.
Hawai‘i REALTORS Charitable Foundation distributing $200K in hurricane relief funds
Grants of up to $1,000 are available to Hawai‘i residents impacted by Hurricane/Tropical Storm Lala and Hurricane Lowell, with a Nov. 4 deadline to apply.
Increasing rents straining federal housing lifeline for thousands of Hawaiʻi families, UHERO report finds
Federal spending on Hawaiʻi’s tenant-based rental vouchers — more commonly called Section 8 housing — more than tripled since 2003, even after accounting for inflation; yet, the number of families getting assistance only modestly grew; the reason is simple: Hawaiʻi rents climbed dramatically.
