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Hawaiʻi Island struck by magnitude 4.6 earthquake Tuesday night; no reports of damage
The tremor followed the end of episode 37 lava fountaining on Kīlauea by 10 minutes, but does not appear directly related to the eruption, the U.S. Geological Survey said.
How much does a Thanksgiving meal cost on Kauaʻi?
Kauaʻi’s escalating food prices come to light as pre-Thanksgiving grocery shopping reveals a stark contrast in turkey prices between local and mainland markets.
Kaua’i Performing Arts Center offers $10 holiday theater for families
The Kauaʻi Performing Arts Center will enchant audiences with its student-led comedy, “The Further Adventures of Nick Tickle, Fairy Tale Detective,” debuting at the Kauaʻi War Memorial Convention Hall.
Hawai’i Attorney General urges Shopify to crackdown on e-cigarettes as part of bipartisan coalition
The coalition highlights that a more comprehensive solution is necessary because merchants continue to use Shopify’s services to sell illegal e-cigarettes.
Tuesday’s Nasdaq closing bell ceremony in New York City includes Aloha United Way CEO
Aloha United Way President and CEO Michelle Bartell joined senior leaders from the United Way network at Nasdaq MarketSite in Times Square for the 4 p.m. bell ringing on Tuesday.
UPDATE: Lava stopped fountaining at Big Island’s Kīlauea 9 hours after it started
Episode 37 of the ongoing Halemaʻumaʻu eruption began on Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. and abruptly ended just before midnight.
Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation says plan ahead for Thanksgiving air travel
Travelers can take simple steps to plan ahead for the holidays that “will make the process smoother and less stressful” said Ed Sniffen, director of the Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation.
Gov. Josh Green names new director of Department of Budget and Finance
Seth Colby, Ph.D., is bringing a strong background in economic development to the job, which will help steer the state’s financial strategies this upcoming legislative session.
12 programs receive grant funding to tackle community issues, push innovation on Kauaʻi
After receiving 28 proposals for its innovation grants for fiscal year 2025-2026, the Office of Economic Development has selected 12 initiatives to receive a combined $369,000.
Kapaʻa Middle School Choir launches fundraiser for 2026 National Music Festival
The Kapaʻa Middle School Choir and ʻUkulele Band are preparing for the WorldStrides Music Festival in March 2026, and they need your support!
Stellar vibrations offer rare glimpse into red giant’s core, history
University of Hawaiʻi astronomers have revealed the history of a distant red giant star after analyzing its “starquakes,” which give scientists a glimpse beneath the star’s surface similarly to seismic waves on Earth.
Man dies after being pulled from water at Lāwa‘i Beach; second ocean death over weekend on Kauaʻi
Gavin Phillips, a 56-year-old man from California, was pronounced dead after being pulled from the waters off Lāwaʻi Beach by bystanders.
Man dies after a water rescue in high surf at Waiapua‘a Bay
Master-at-Arms 1st Class Jeffrey Diaz died a hero after bravely rescuing two children struggling in high surf conditions.
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.
