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State launches Pono campaign encouraging responsible behavior in Hawai‘i outdoors

The DLNR Division of Forestry and Wildlife released a series of five 30-second videos that address a variety of topics.

Hirono secures key priorities for Hawaiʻi and Pacific Region in Committee markup of annual defense bill

US Sen. Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) secured several key priorities for Hawaiʻi and the US military during the Committee’s markup of the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act.

Volcano Watch – A decade later, remembering the Pāhoa lava flow crisis

Ten years ago, inflation at Puʻuʻōʻō in May and June led to a new eruptive episode on the northeast flank of the cone.

New video teaches about floriculture, role of nurseries and farms in Hawaiʻi economy

Discover the vibrant world of Hawaiʻi’s floriculture and the importance of supporting local nurseries and farms in a new one-hour video “Spirit of Hawaiʻi Neotropica,” presented by the Hawaiʻi Floriculture and Nursery Association (HFNA).

2024 Primary Election: Only 2 local races, with one decided, the other an open field

The 2024 Primary Election Day is now less than 2 months away.

Plane operated by Southwest Airlines comes within 400 feet of crashing into ocean near Līhuʻe Airport

The Federal Aviation Administration, after inquiries from Bloomberg News, is investigating the April mishap that previously was unreported.

Big Island botanical artist’s endangered Hawaiian hibiscus featured in UK exhibition

Paula de la Cruz of Kapa‘au seeks ‘to communicate the beauty of the quiet world of botany.’

Weekly lane closures on Kaua‘i for June 15-21

Will you need to make adjustments to your favorite route to work or elsewhere this week because of scheduled road work? Check this week’s planned lane closure list. Just remember, the schedules can change without any notice.

Decomposing whale head washed up on Kapaʻa beach to remain indefinitely

The head of a decaying sperm whale washed up on the shoreline of the Sheraton Kauaʻi Coconut Beach Resort in Kapaʻa on Friday, June 14, and the state Department of Land and Natural Resources says that after discussion with a cultural practitioner, it will not be moved.

High surf advisory issued for south-facing shores for Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau

Surf is expected to be 6 to 8 feet and build to 7 to 10 feet by this afternoon.

Hawaiian monk seal pup Paʻaki leaves Waikīkī beach to begin new phase of life

Pa‘aki was transported from bustling Kaimana Beach to a more remote O‘ahu shoreline.

Update: Fire crews hope to reach full containment of Hukipo Fire in Kōkeʻe today

First responders received a report of the brush fire at nearly 3 a.m. Thursday near Waimea Canyon Drive.

Health officials report rise in COVID-19 cases statewide while Garden Isle numbers trend down

The state released its weekly numbers for June 4-10 this afternoon which shows a total active of 1,330 active cases statewide.

Colleague alleges jailed artist’s letter for Kauaʻi councilman was a complaint, not a threat

“He was frightened, and he was blown away that the person who terrified him for years, this is his story, had become an elected official,” said Councilwoman Felicia Cowden.

Global firm to rebuild controversial Coco Palms resort by 2026; promotes ’boutique luxury setting’

IHG Hotels & Resorts – headquartered in England – intends to rebuild under its Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants brand.

Nonprofit seeks applicants for conservation leadership program on Kaua‘i

Recent high school graduates, college graduates and young professionals looking to establish a career in conservation are encouraged to apply by June 21.

Hawaiian monk seal pup born on Lei Day weaned, relocated to remote O‘ahu shoreline

NOAA has also revealed the sex of the pup to be a female, which they say is hopeful news for the continued recovery of the Hawaiian monk seal population.

Kapa‘a Bypass Road to temporarily close

The closure is to allow state crews to inspect the safety of the Kainahola Stream Bridge.

Reminder: Kaua‘i Bus offering free service during Tropic Care from June 13 to 20

The eight-day event will include free physical exams, eye exams, eyeglass fabrication, dermatology services, dental exams, fillings and extractions.

Kaua‘i rainfall totals above average for month of May

All of the gauges on Kauaʻi had near to above-average rainfall for 2024 through the end of May.
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