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DMV identification cards unavailable through Wednesday

DMV appointments scheduled today and tomorrow are canceled due to hardware issues affecting the production of ID cards, licenses and permits.

Līhu‘e Town Plaza welcomes 3 new tenants

Rice Street revitalization drives strong demand; growing wave of local businesses underscore the plaza’s position as a premier retail destination in central Līhu‘e.

Grand Hyatt Kaua‘i hosts festive Thanksgiving buffet, annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Feast on holiday favorites and more during an extravagant Turkey Day buffet, complete with stunning waterfront views, or get a tasty chef-prepared take-out feast to celebrate; then, come back to the resort the next day to help Santa officially kick off the holiday season during the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony.

Public invited to learn how federal changes are impacting Hawai‘i’s food, energy security

Free Zoom panel Dec. 12 will feature several officials discussing with those who attend how to improve the state’s resilience and self-sufficiency.

Schatz: Hawai’i to receive $31M in new federal funding to expand high-speed internet

Hawai‘i among first states in the nation to get proposal approved through the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program.

UPDATE: Swell peaked, will continue to decline; high surf advisory canceled

Surf has already fallen below advisory criteria along the north- and west-facing shores of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau.

U.S. Postal Service to observe Thanksgiving holiday; post offices will be closed Nov. 27

Self-service options are available in many retail lobbies during post offi ce closures for holidays, including the upcoming Thanksgiving celebration, Nov. 27.

Hundreds expected at Salvation Army Thanksgiving events across Kaua’i

The Salvation Army plans to bring the spirit of Thanksgiving to Kauaʻi residents in need with two community events on Wednesday, offering free meals and live entertainment.

First corals of opportunity collected for Kauaʻi’s new coral restoration nursery

As the first and only coral nursery on Kauaʻi, this project represents an essential contribution to Hawaiʻi’s broader restoration network and long-term reef stewardship.

Kaua’i County offices, facilities to close for Thanksgiving; but residential garbage will be picked up

County of Kauaʻi offices will be closed on Nov. 27 for Thanksgiving, but Kauaʻi Bus will run on a holiday schedule.

Updated State of Hawaiʻi Sea Level Rise Viewer supports smarter coastal planning

“These updates give our communities and leaders clearer, more actionable information so we can plan smarter, protect people and respond to the realities unfolding along our shores,” said State of Hawai‘i Climate Coordinator Leah Laramee.

Par Hawai‘i, Hele raising funds to help food banks throughout state; customers can also donate

Fundraising effort aimed at supporting Hawai‘i residents who might be Impacted by changes in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility requirements.

State House Native Hawaiian Caucus, governor discuss military lease negotiations

Caucus members underscored the urgent need for meaningful and continuous consultation with the Native Hawaiian community as the negotiation process moves forward; they also remain committed to ensuring all future decisions honor the state’s fiduciary duties and protect Hawaiʻi’s lands for generations to come.

12 lane closures scheduled during week of Nov. 22-28 on Kaua‘i state roadways

In observance of Thanksgiving, there will be no contraflow or lane closures Nov. 27 unless otherwise permitted. Otherwise, be sure to check if any of these upcoming road closures and projects will impact your commute this coming week.

Hawai‘i Tropical Fruit Growers names recipients of annual appreciation awards

8 people were honored with annual appreciation awards during the recent 35th annual Hawai‘i International Tropical Fruit Conference at Hilo Hawaiian Hotel; the awards recognize people who advance — through research, education and practice — the use of tropical fruits to support a sustainable, local food industry in the islands.

Registration open for Good Jobs Hawaiʻi’s next free training; courses start in January

The jobs program covers a variety. of sectors, including education, technology, creative industries, skilled trades and healthcare.

New travel-related case of dengue virus identified on Oʻahu

The Department of Health has recorded a total of 14 dengue cases in 2025 as they continue to prevent local transmission through mosquito control and public awareness.

Indigenous international conference chooses Hawaiʻi Island as its next venue in 2028

At the conclusion of the 2025 World Indigenous Peoples’ Conference on Education just concluded in New Zealand, organizers announced that Hawaiʻi Island was chosen as the location of the next conference in 2028.

Kaua’i rescuers unable to save visitor pulled from Kalapakī Bay

At Kalapaki Bay, 67-year-old Liming Xu of Rhode Island was discovered unresponsive and later was pronounced dead at a Kauaʻi hospital.

Phase II of Hanalei Water Line Improvements Project to start in January, last 800 days

The project includes replacing aging water mains with ones that are bigger and provide better water pressure for fighting fires.
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