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There’s a dead star out there in the universe that is double-dealing with its composition. Nothing nefarious, but it is a first for the cosmic family of stars to which it belongs.

The facility is closed for maintenance.

The U.S. Department of Education announced Tuesday that nearly 1,700 borrowers from throughout the state are eligible for automatic loan relief.

Tropical storm conditions have ended in Hawaiʻi. Calvin is now a post-tropical cyclone and continues moving away from the state to the west.

“This is our opportunity to share with our members what has transpired over the past year and what we can look forward to, while receiving questions and feedback from them as well,” said Kauaiʻi Island Utility Cooperative’s President and Chief Executive Officer David Bissell.

In a groundbreaking study, a team of astronomers — with the help of the Subaru Telescope atop Maunakea on the Big Island — has discovered an ancient star bearing a unique chemical makeup unlike anything ever before observed in the Milky Way galaxy.

An emergency water service shutdown is scheduled on a portion of Kuamo’o Road Kapa‘a starting at 10:30 a.m. due to a recent mainline break.

Eligible nonprofit organizations can now apply for varying amounts up to $10,000 of funding.

This statewide event, which will run throughout August, aims to encourage residents to experience the variety of sustainable transportation options that Hawai‘i has to offer.

Green’s emergency proclamation, signed on July 17, seeks to expedite the construction of new homes through a slew of measures including appointing a state Lead Housing Officer, creating a working group and streamlining established regulatory processes.

During hurricane season, emergency preparations are essential, from 72-hour kits, to evacuation plans to securing items around the home. Ensuring pets are prepared is no exception.

Update: Ocean Safety Bureau officials on Tuesday afternoon reopened Kekaha Beach to swimming.

Marriott Vacations Worldwide is looking to fill immediate openings at Marriott’s Kaua‘i Beach Club, Sheraton Kaua‘i Resort and The Westin Princeville Ocean Resort for sales and marketing positions.

As Tropical Storm Calvin continues its track toward the Hawaiian Islands, County of Kaua‘i officials say now is the time for residents and visitors to make sure they are prepared and know how to stay informed.

A Tropical Storm Watch is in effect for the Big Island, and a Flood Watch was issued for both Maui County and Hawaiʻi Island, from Tuesday night through Wednesday afternoon.

Residents, businesses and other organizations can bring in unwanted or unneeded items for reuse, including clothing, small furniture, children’s toys, books, and shoes. Clothing and textiles do not need to be in good condition. Torn or stained clothing is okay.

The July 22 event is free and open to the public. It will run from 8 to 11 a.m. at Wilcox Medical Center’s back parking lot.

Calvin is now downgraded to a tropical storm with sustained winds of 70 mph as it continues on a west northwest path at 16 mph. It is about 1,360 miles east southeast of Hilo.

The report shows that those experiencing housing insecurity, food insecurity and poverty were more likely to have been negatively impacted by the pandemic and reported worse physical and mental health.

Utah-based developers plan to transform the former Coco Palms Resort into a new hotel, but community group I Ola Wailuanui is ramping up local outreach to share its alternative vision for the site.