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Update: coastal flooding statement canceled for Kaua’i

The National Weather Service has lifted the coastal flooding statement for Hawaii, initially issued last week, as Sunday afternoon tides peaked.

Update #6: Hurricane Kiko re-intensifies as it continues toward Hawaiian Islands

Kiko quickly re-intensified into a Category 4 hurricane as it continues its approach to the Hawaiian Islands.

Kauaʻi Beer Company shuts down popular restaurant abruptly amid market challenges

A message on the brewery’s website said: “After much thought and with heavy hearts, we have made the difficult decision to close our restaurant until further notice.”

Lt. Gov. Luke proclaims September as Digital Aloha Month in Hawai‘i

This month-long initiative aims to inform and inspire safe online behavior and digital well-being for students, educators, parents and communities across the islands.

Update: One lane closures ongoing for Papalina Road near highway in Kalāheo

One-lane alternating traffic will be ongoing for a portion of Papalina Road from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. today and tomorrow.

Voice your opinions, concerns through new website on future of U.S. Army leases in Hawai‘i

“The Army’s current leases expire in 2029, and while federal leaders have emphasized national security concerns, they’ve also indicated they could act through eminent domain, which would leave Hawai‘i with nothing in return. We must stand firm and ensure our people’s voices are at the center of these negotiations,” said Hawai‘i Gov. Josh Green.

UPDATE: Episode 32 of the ongoing eruption at Kīlauea ends after 13 hours

Lava flows covered 40-50% of the floor of Halemaʻumaʻu within the southern part of the Kīlauea caldera, which may continue to exhibit slow movement or incandescence as the flows cool.

People making discriminatory calls to police can now face civil penalties under new Hawaiʻi law

Under the new Hawaiʻi law, anyone who intentionally calls the police on another person with the purpose of harassing, humiliating or violating their rights based on a protected class can be held legally responsible.

Kaua‘i Police Department to adjust hours within records section for staff training

Firearms registration services will not be affected by these closures and will remain open during normal business hours.

Staffing problems will delay trash pickup this Labor Day

Because of staffing issues, residential trash pickup in the Anahola and Moloa‘a areas will be delayed. Also, trash pickup in the Kekaha area will not occur this Labor Day.

Department of Health urges education on rat lung worm despite low infection rate on Kauaʻi

Simple steps can safeguard against this tropical parasite capable of causing paralysis and severe illness.

Human choices, small changes can impact the survival of young turtles

Hawaiian green sea turtles, or honu, are in peak nesting season on Hawai‘i’s beaches, where beachgoers play a vital role in ensuring hatchlings’ safe journey to the sea amidst rising nesting activity since 2020.

Hawaiʻi researchers investigate kalo as sustainable poultry feed

Research at the University of Hawaiʻi reveals that locally grown kalo could be a cost-effective, nutritious alternative to imported chicken feed.

Kauaʻi Tai: Kōloa Rum’s new signature cocktail for Hawaiian History Month

Kauaʻi’s own Kōloa Rum Co. distillery unveils its latest creation this Hawaiian History Month: the Kauaʻi Tai cocktail, an island-inspired twist on the classic Mai Tai.

Department of Public Works announces lane closures in Kōloa

The Department of Public Works and its contractor, Maui Kupono Builders, are announcing lane closures along parts of Hailima Road, Iuka Place, and Aka Road in Kōloa next week. (Photo Credit: County of Kauaʻi)

ALOHA Collection launches special edition collab honoring Hōkūleʻa’s 50th

The limited-edition collection debuted at a public launch event on Aug. 20 at Bishop Museum’s Kaiwiʻula Night Market. The limited-edition collection is available online while supplies last.

Hawaiʻi health care providers now have access to free medical cannabis courses

These courses are designed to give health care providers a foundational understanding of the endocannabinoid system, and the clinical application of medical cannabis and cannabidiol (CBD).

Dolphin strandings linked to infectious disease that can spread to humans, research shows

University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa’s Health and Stranding Lab scientists say they are concerned after three striped dolphins stranded on east Oʻahu shorelines over seven days and tested positive for Brucella ceti, a bacterial infection that can transfer from animals to humans.

Kaua‘i weekly lane closures for Aug. 30 to Sept. 5

In observance of Labor Day on Sept. 1, there will be no contraflow and lane closures unless otherwise permitted. Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice.

Federal funding cuts to University of Hawai‘i threaten work on sea level, climate research

This funding cut could impact a $3 million grant from the Office of Naval Research to the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, which was awarded to Chip Fletcher, interim dean of the School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology, to support the Coastal Research Collaborative.
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