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The Renegade Rollerz kick off their season Sunday; watch the game – or join the team

In observance of St. Patrick’s Day, the Garden Island Renegade Rollerz will compete as the Rainbows and the Leprechauns on March 17.

Hawai‘i Congressional Delegation urges IRS to extend federal tax filing deadline for those impacted by Maui wildfires

U.S. Sen. Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) led the Hawai‘i Congressional delegation in urging the Internal Revenue Service Commissioner, Danny Werfel, to extend the 2023 federal tax filing and payment deadlines for individuals and businesses impacted by the Maui wildfires.

University of Hawai‘i graduate collecting data on calories burned when paddling an outrigger canoe

Data collection events were held to measure their METs on three days between March 7 through March 10, 2024, at O‘ahu’s Mauliola Keʻehi (Sand Island Boat Ramp).

Star being torn apart by a supermassive black hole detected by Hawai‘i astronomers

Using the All-Sky Automated Survey for Supernovae (ASAS-SN) system, on Feb. 22, 2023, the team detected a sudden surge in brightness followed by a rapid dimming in the galaxy NGC 3799, located about 160 million light-years from Earth.

Ultimate Hawaiian Trail Run raises awareness for at-risk youth on Kaua‘i

The Ultimate Hawaiian Trail Run celebrated its ten year anniversary in September 2023, but the Keala Foundation team decided to add a spring race to their calendar this year.

Credit, debit card payments now accepted at Kaua‘i Department of Water office

The payment kiosk allows customers to access their current water bill balance and make a payment with most major credit cards and debit cards with the Visa or MasterCard logo.

A University of Hawai‘i study may reveal a new way to monitor health of reefs

A study co-led by a University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa doctoral student revealed that each type of coral and algae from a reef off O‘ahu shores produced a unique suite of chemical compounds that could provide insight into how healthy the reef organisms are.

Surfrider Kaua‘i releases March water quality test results

Through its Blue Water Task Force, the Surfrider Foundation has revealed that most of Kaua‘i’s streams are polluted with human wastes from cesspools.

Mayor Kawakami to address Kaua‘i in State of the County address

The event will be held at 10 a.m. at the Līhu‘e Civic Center, Mo‘ikeha Courtyard.

Public input sought on ‘Anini Beach Park improvements

The meeting will discuss the existing condition of the beach park’s boat wash down and trailing parking area and proposed improvements.

Sen. Schatz announces passage of appropriations deal, securing billions in new federal funding for state

The U.S. Senate passed the first half of a bipartisan appropriations deal on Friday, Mar. 8, which aims to deliver billions in federal funding for critical programs that benefit Hawai‘i.

Volcano Watch: Hawaiʻi represented at the Cities on Volcanoes conference in Antigua, Guatemala

Seven Hawaiʻi residents attended, hailing from the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory, Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense and University of Hawaiʻi (Hilo and Mānoa).

Portion of Olohena Road in Wailua to close Monday under modified hours

The road closure is necessary for the bridge replacement at Konohiki Stream.

Merrie Monarch Festival tops leaderboard for Best Cultural Festivals in USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards

Cast your today to keep the Big Island festival that celebrates hula and everything Hawaiian at No. 1. Voting ends March 18.

Industrial structure fire Friday at Knudson Gap causes estimated $500K in damages

The cause of the fire, which engulfed the second floor of the building in flames, was determined to be accidental.

Līhu‘e man dies in single vehicle crash on Maluhia Road in Kōloa

Speed and impairment appear to be suspected factors in the crash; however, the investigation is ongoing.

Update: Hanapēpē man previously reported missing is located

34-year-old Austin T. Armstrong was found Saturday morning.

Kaua‘i weekly lane closures: March 9-15

Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.

February was dry on Kauaʻi, especially west of Port Allen

The U.S. Geological Survey rain gauge on top of Mount Waiʻaleʻale had the highest monthly total of 24.95 inches, or 102% of average, and the highest daily total of 3.42 inches Feb. 5.

Road closures scheduled for portions of Waipouli Road in Wailua March 14 to April 12

The County of Kaua‘i Department of Public Works says that temporary full road closure will be necessary for some of the repair. The public is being asked to plan for alternate routes and allow extra time to get to destinations.
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