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Decommissioning will begin by 2030, given the expiration of the University of Hawaiʻi master lease in 2033.

Independence Day activities such as fireworks and barbecues are common causes of wildfires, which are more of a risk during Hawaiʻi’s dry season.

Ederlina Manzano must cease operations by July 31, 2026, following her no-contest plea to charges of endangering an incompetent person’s welfare.

Pickup is anticipated to be completed tomorrow, July 3.

Customers at participating stations statewide can take advantage of promotions designed to help drivers save more throughout the busy summer travel season.

The changes are necessary because of staffing needs and scheduled training.

7-Eleven Hawai‘i is marking its nearly 5 decades of service throughout the state with a free Slurpee on July 11, plus the return of Dollar Deals and a free limited-edition tote bag designed by local artist Jack Soren.

State agriculture officials say the new law that took effect July 1 is intended to help consumers make informed purchasing decisions while highlighting Hawaiʻi’s commercial tuna industry.

Kōloa Plantation Days is hosted every year in July on Kaua‘i’s south shore. The 2026 installment is planned for July 17-26 with the theme “The Last Harvest” and grand marshal Ada Henne Koene.

The rate has increased from $30 to $50 per day.

A brief look at news from throughout the state and beyond.

Internet service is available at all Kauaʻi County departments.

Hawaiʻi recorded a Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program payment error rate of 10.92% in fiscal year 2025, exceeding both the congressional threshold and the national average, according to data released Wednesday by the US Department of Agriculture.

Eligible charities that complete overdue filings and satisfy registration requirements can have their applicable late fees and penalties waived.

On July 4, the U.S. Postal Service will suspend operations throughout Hawaiʻi for Independence Day, resuming normal services on July 6.

The groups challenging the project have raised concerns about the size of the project, the impact of increased traffic, parking demands and emergency access on the narrow rural roads in the Kauaʻi town.

The legislation is also meant to help protect Hawai‘i artists and creators.

Installing these raised crosswalks will physically remind drivers to maintain the 25-mph speed limit through Hanalei town.

State health officials issued a wastewater discharge advisory because of the spill; the public is advised to stay out of waters near the sewage pump station until the advisory is canceled.

The County of Kauaʻi Housing Agency will be moving back to the regular office space and will close from July 6 to 7.