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Check out free webinar on ‘Why Sharks Matter’ in September

In this webinar, Dr. Shiffman will share his work as a marine conservation biologist and how his research uses cutting-edge interdisciplinary methods to answer policy-relevant questions about threatened species.

Resolution recognizing history, significance of Big Island’s Mauna Loa Observatory introduced

Measure championed by three of Hawai‘i’s federal lawmakers comes after Trump Administration announced plans to cancel the lease for the essential government office connected with the station.

Chan, Zuckerberg support Hanalei affordable rental apartments with $2.3 million contribution

The Priscilla Chan and Mark Zuckerberg donation will accelerate the development of the $9.6 million Hale Kākoʻo O Hanalei project on the site of the former Hanalei Mormon Church.

Invasive insect detected on Kaua‘i, attacking native naio plant

Myoporum thrips were first discovered in the state in 2009, on Hawaiʻi Island, where they are now widespread. The invasive insect was identified on Oʻahu in 2018 and confirmed on Moloka’i in 2024.

Vision Zero Hawai‘i underscores Kaua‘i’s commitment to safe, equitable streets

Garden Isle residents have witnessed the tragic consequences of unsafe roads firsthand — three lives have been lost in traffic-related incidents this year on Kaua‘i, a sobering reminder of the urgent need for safer streets.

Waimea High senior sworn in as first student rep on county commission

Kaua‘i voters in 2024 approved an amendment to the Kaua‘i County Charter allowing high school juniors and seniors to actively serve and provide a youth perspective on county boards and commissions.

Volcano Watch: Cracks in the 2018 Kīlauea lava delta; what do they mean?

Recently spotted cracks in the delta on on the Big Island demonstrate the instability of solid lava along the coastal edge; the new cracks are alarming and have led people to wonder what they mean.

Two monk seal pups receiving life-saving care at Ke Kai Ola on Big Island

“For an endangered species like the Hawaiian monk seal, every patient matters,” said Dr. Sophie Whoriskey, associate director of Hawaiʻi Conservation Medicine at the Marine Mammal Center.

Total visitor arrivals, spending in July increases in Kauaʻi, decreases statewide

Changes across the islands, price increases and shifts in travel may be part of the differences in visitor numbers and spending statewide.

TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Traffic changes slated for 2025 Kaua‘i Marathon and Half Marathon

Kōloa, Po‘ipū, Lāwa‘i and Kalāheo roadways will be impacted by a combination of lane closures, full road closures and partial restrictions from early morning until early afternoon Aug. 31.

From Hawaiʻi to Smithsonian: Innovative planetary construction materials developed on Big Island displayed in new exhibit

“Futures in Space” — which opened July 28 at the Washington museum — features two launchpad pavers and an interlocking brick made of sintered Hawaiian basalt and developed by Pacific International Space Center for Exploration Systems.

Kauaʻi students brighten Hawaiian Telcom utility boxes with art inspired by cultural heritage

To celebrate Kaua‘i becoming the third island fully equipped with fiber, Hawaiian Telcom hired a local artist to work with students and beautify utility boxes across the Garden Isle.

Water service shutdown scheduled for portions of Kalāheo

Shutdown scheduled for 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. so crews can replace a pressure releasing valve, weather permitting.

State offers tips to Beat the School Jam

“Let’s all welcome the new school year safely and calmly,” said the Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation, offering tips to conquer the inevitable traffic jam that comes along with it.

Hawaiʻi Supreme Court rules against state land board in case involving seed research operations on Kauaʻi

“This is more than a legal decision. It’s a call to protect our ʻāina and our keiki,” said Punohu Kekaualua, a West Kauaʻi resident, cultural practitioner and plaintiff in the case.

Tree trimming, removal work prompts single-lane, full closures on Akemāmā Road

Akemāmā Road users should plan to use an alternate route or allow extra time to get to their destinations because of the scheduled early next week.

25-year veteran Kauaʻi police officer continues exemplary work on the job

Officer Arnold Cayabyab was awarded Employee of the Month for his work in high-impact cases a month before his retirement from the Kauaʻi Police Department.

Flags to fly at half staff in Hawaiʻi for fallen Maui officer, Minneapolis shooting victims

Gov. Josh Green has directed the U.S. and Hawai‘i flags to be flown at half-staff across all state offices and agencies, including the Hawai‘i National Guard, in honor of two solemn observances.

Food safety code updates adopted by Hawaiʻi Department of Health

The code updates — which align with the 2022 U.S. Food and Drug Administration Model Food Code — are aimed at expanding opportunities for homemade food producers, and are part of Act 195 signed into law in 2024 by Gov. Josh Green.

UPDATE: Public meeting for the second draft of Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative Habitat Conservation Plan was canceled

Public can still submit testimony and comments online or by mail no later than Oct. 22.
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