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Kauaʻi Officer Joseph Himongala honored as statewide law enforcement officer of the year
Officer Joseph Himongala of KPD has been named the Hawaiʻi State Law Enforcement Officers Association’s Officer of the Year for his exemplary service.
Hawaiian Council launches statewide housing support program for storm-related families
In response to the devastation caused by Hurricanes Lala and Lowell, the Hawaiian Council has introduced the Host Housing Support Program, offering up to $2,000 per month to Hawai’i households that provide shelter to displaced residents.
What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Monday about Hurricane Lowell recovery
Kaua‘i County continues its recovery from Hurricane Lowell nearly a month after the storm impacted the Garden Island.
University of Hawaiʻi has made applying easier with one application accepted for all 10 campuses
The University of Hawaiʻi has launched ApplyHawaiʻi, a single undergraduate application for all 10 campuses: the seven community colleges or the three universities. This replaces a patchwork of separate applications and accounts that prospective students previously had to do when applying to more than one campus. The new system is now available for students applying […]
Forum explores next chapter in Hawaiʻiʻs economic relationship with Japan
Hawaiʻi and Japan are poised to strengthen their economic ties by delving into sectors such as tourism, clean energy, and technology, as revealed in the 2026 Hawaiʻi-Japan Economic Report.
Students sought for new biosecurity academy to fight against invasive pests in Hawaiʻi
Leeward Community College partnering with the state to train the next generation of invasive species inspectors.
Raised crosswalk work set for Kūhio, Kaumualiʻi Highways begins this week
Due to adverse weather conditions, the installation of raised crosswalks on Garden Island’s Kūhiō and Kaumualiʻi Highways has been rescheduled for this week.
Kids saddle up for fall fun at Healing Horses Kauaʻi
Children on Kauaʻi can explore their creativity and improve their riding skills at Healing Horses Kauaʻi’s 2026 Fall Horsemanship and Riding Camps, happening from October 5-9.
Goodwill Industries of Hawai‘i to host reuse collection event Friday in Līhuʻe
Residents, businesses and other organizations can bring unwanted or unneeded items for reuse, including clothing, small furniture, kitchen items, children’s toys, books and shoes.
New study from University of Hawaiʻi researchers unlocks how tilapia adapt to extreme saltwater
Researchers at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa’s College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience have discovered how Mozambique tilapia regulate prolactin genes to survive extreme salinity, a finding that could help enable brackish water aquaculture and preserve precious freshwater resources.
Road, lane and bridge closures scheduled around Kauaʻi throughout this week, beyond
All of the planned closures are related to necessary road work, including paving of Mauka Wailuā Bridge, manhole and sewer line inspections and road resurfacing; all work is weather permitting.
Facing our fears: New youth-led nonprofit report sheds light on what state residents say about Hawaiʻi’s future
Center for Tomorrow’s Leaders project reveals shared fears about affordability, quality of life and more.
2026 Ironman World Championship in Kona on Big Island once again will feature men, women sharing the field
This year, 2,548 athletes, 110 of them professionals, are registered to take on the grueling 240.6-mile swim, bike and run course.
Iconic geologic feature collapses: Hōlei Sea Arch in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park on Big Island disappears into Pacific
Exact time of the sea arch collapse is unknown; it could have occurred when the park was temporarily closed during Hurricane Nolo.
Check-in at Terminal 2 for all Hawaiian Airlines international departures from Honolulu airport
All Hawaiian and Alaska neighbor island flight check-ins and bag drops will remain at Terminal 1, including 3 daily flights between Honolulu and Kahului, Maui, on the Alaska Airlines-branded 737 aircraft, also starting Oct. 3.
Officials advise no swimming, ocean recreation activities because of brown water advisory
Beach users islandwide should avoid waters that appear brown, cloudy or murky, particularly after storms or heavy rainfall, even when a brown water advisory is not issued; stormwater runoff can carry sewage, bacteria, chemicals and other pollutants into waters along coasts.
Hawaiʻi State Energy Office offers free energy efficiency training
Live, self-paced courses provide flexible opportunities for contractors and residents to build skills in heat pumps, ENERGY STAR, multi-family energy auditing and building performance.
Island Energy Services donates $25K to Kauaʻi Economic Development Board for Hurricane Lowell relief
The contribution supports community efforts to deliver emergency resources to Kauaʻi residents affected by the storm.
Beloved 91-year-old Kekaha cyclist remembered as family seeks help after fatal crash
Bonifacio Ventura regularly worked in his garden before heading out on his bicycle, with “these simple things” bringing him much joy, his daughter said.
County charter amendment would clarify Planning Commission appeals process
Planning Department appeals are now heard by the Planning Commission or a hearings officer. The charter also lists the Zoning Board of Appeals as a third option, which was added in 2016 but has never been used; the amendment would update the county charter to match the current process.
