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Update: Lightning, ‘blinding downpours’ face mariners; special warning extends into Friday

Wind gusts 34 knots or greater and small hail are possible. Small craft could be damaged in briefly higher winds and suddenly higher waves.

Travelers urged to take added precautions in wake of dengue virus case on O‘ahu

The Hawai‘i Department of Health is asking for support in reducing the potential for the spread of dengue by transmission, following a confirmed case in Hale‘iwa on O‘ahu.

Heavy rain expected to hit Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau this afternoon

According to the National Weather Service forecast, the island of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau is under a flood watch from this afternoon through Friday afternoon.

Hōkūleʻa crew to return to ocean for circumnavigational voyage of the Pacific in 2025

After consulting with science and weather experts, community partners and voyaging leadership, PVS has decided to keep the canoes primarily in Hawaiian waters until next year when severe El Niño weather conditions settle down.

Emergency work planned on Kaumuali‘i Highway in Lāwaʻi

A lane shift is planned beginning at 8:30 a.m. today for the intersection of Kua and Kōloa roads as repairs are made to a damaged guardrail.

Update: Weather forces NOAA to host public meeting for proposed Papahānaumokuākea sanctuary virtually

“The proposed Papahānaumokuākea National Marine Sanctuary would supplement and complement existing authorities, including the area’s designation as a marine national monument, which will continue to be in effect,” according to a NOAA statement.

Spring Orchid Show & Sale returns after 4-year hiatus this Friday, Saturday

The event’s centerpiece will be a large orchid display showcasing plants from society members’ personal collections.

1 Hotel Hanalei Bay to host culinary series featuring Top Chef winner Melissa King

From April 12-14, 2024, Chef Melissa will participate in a wine pairing, cooking class and curated dinner as part of the resort’s Chefs by Nature series.

Renewal application for liquor licensees available starting April 16

All completed applications must be received on or before June 30 to avoid a penalty.

Flood watch issued for Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau

A slow-moving convergence band will approach Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau from the west on Thursday and linger through Friday.

Big Island high school math teacher receives national Milken Educator Award that comes with $25,000 reward

Rory Inouye, who is also a Waiākea High grad, is the the first Big Island teacher since 2007 to receive one of the prestigious awards.

Hawaiian monk seal returned to Kaua‘i waters after veterinary team removes ingested hook and fishing line

Known as RS10, the seal was first spotted on March 16 by Hawaiʻi Department of Land and Natural Resources staff and volunteers on the Garden Isle resting on the sand with about 30 feet of fishing line trailing from his mouth.

Fentanyl task force following Big Island blueprint coming to Kaua‘i

County representatives were part of a two-day training program administered by the Hawaii Island Task Force last month, which included representatives from the Kauai Police Department, the Kauai Safety Bureau, the county prosecutor’s office, the county housing agency, health care providers, and various nonprofits.

Kaua‘i police investigate crash involving pickup truck and school bus

The driver of the school bus and a single juvenile passenger did not report any injuries.

Kaua‘i police to hold Drug Take Back Day

The public is invited to utilize the anonymous drive-thru drop-off service on the east-facing side of the building.

Kaua‘i fills Līhu‘e Airport to welcome hālau hula home from Merrie Monarch Festival

Hālau Ka Lei Mokihana o Leināʻala was awarded second place overall at the prestigious hula competition held in Hilo on the Big Island.

Removal of second Mauna Kea telescope to begin this month

The decommissioning includes removing the observatory building, generator building and telecommunications and electrical infrastructure.

Viewing site at Hanalei National Wildlife Refuge to open public at end of April

The new viewpoint site will be the primary location for the public to visit the Hanalei NWR, where the public can safely view the many sensitive endangered species and habitats in the valley from a distance.

Hale Puna restoring oldest house on Kaua‘i as prior success Kōke‘e Lodge ramps up events

The Gulick-Rowell House in Waimea was built using coral limestone cut from offshore reefs. A nonprofit hopes to transform the nearly 200-year-old building into a community space.

Kaua‘i hālau takes second overall in 61st annual Merrie Monarch Hula Festival

O‘ahu hālau Ka Lā ‘Ōnohi Mai O Ha‘eha’e took first overall for the second year in a row.
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