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Partnership between Executive Office on Early Learning, Hawai‘i Department of Education and University of Hawai‘i System aims to put college within reach for all of students and their families throughout the islands.

The Real Property Assessment and Collections Sections offices will be closed Oct. 8, with normal business hours resuming Oct. 9.

Now that construction of a new motorized entry gate at the main entrance of the administrative building’s parking lot is finished, customers can access the drop box starting at 6 a.m. daily Monday through Friday beginning later this week.

It is a community-acquired case and not travel-related, suggesting mumps might be circulating on the Big Island. The state Health Department is closely monitoring suspected cases to prevent further spread.

A 62-year-old Keālia man is in critical condition following a Monday night crash on Kūhiō Highway, where his vehicle veered out of control, potentially due to a medical emergency, and struck several structures.

Todd Wilt, a 61-year-old visitor from California, was rescued from the ocean. Despite valiant resuscitation efforts, he was later pronounced dead.

“Better Choices, Better Health” series is designed to support seniors in overcoming challenges while they create and carry out their self-management strategies.

Susan Rhee joins the Garden Isle organization from O‘ahu, bringing nearly 2 decades of experience in the animal welfare movement, most recently working in public policy, advancing animal cruelty legislation in Hawai‘i.

The Līhu‘e and Kapa‘a locations will be closed Oct. 8 and resume normal hours of operation Oct. 9.

Peak monthly tides will combine with higher-than-predicted water levels to produce conditions ripe for inundation of shorelines and low-lying coastal areas during early morning hours through afternoon of Oct. 10.

Riders now have a contactless option to pay for trips by tapping a credit or debit card or mobile wallet such as Apple Pay or Google Pay on any Kauaʻi Bus.

The interuption in service is because of staffing issues.

Hawaiʻi has been recognized as one of the top states in the nation for mental health, according to the 2025 State of Mental Health in America report released by Mental Health America.

This marks the third consecutive year of growth for Hawaiʻi’s sole provider of public higher education and a 5.1% increase since fall 2023.

Discover unique handmade crafts, baked treats, and fresh produce at the Senior Center Craft Fair in Līhuʻe on Oct. 11, presented by local senior clubs from Līhuʻe, Waimea and Kekaha.

The National Weather Service canceled the high surf advisory for the north and west shores of Kauaʻi and Niʻihau.

Beloved kumu hula Leināʻala Pavao-Jardin of Hālau Ka Lei Mokihana O Leināʻala has passed away at age 51 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Neighbors, friends and families from Hanalei, Wainiha and Hā’ena came together for a night of good food, meaningful connection and community spirit.

INTO LIGHT Project on display from Feb. 1 through April 30, 2026, at Kauaʻi Performing Arts Center offers chance for healing and awareness as well as opportunity for Garden Isle residents to have the stories of their loved ones become part of the exhibit’s national tapestry.

Submit your art by Dec. 12, for opportunities to earn recognition, scholarships, and to be featured in exhibitions at the Hawaiʻi State Art Museum and beyond.