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Above-average rainfall recorded on Kaua‘i despite persistent drought conditions in December statewide
All of the gauges on Kauaʻi ended up with near to above-average rainfall for 2023.
Waimea Plantation Cottages Resort celebrates 40 years of Hawaiian hospitality on Kaua‘i
The historic Waimea Plantation Cottages, nestled on the shores of western Kaua‘i, has roots dating back to 1884 and has welcomed guests with the charms of authentic Hawai‘i plantation homes since 1984.
Flash flood watch goes into effect Sunday for Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau
The heaviest rain is expected initially for Kaua‘i beginning late Sunday before spreading down the island chain Monday. A few thunderstorms will also be possible.
Update: Swimmer thought to be missing in waters off Kapa‘a Beach Park found and safe
Officials said the man was not missing nor was he in distress while swimming Friday afternoon.
Big Island woman is new deputy director for state Rehabilitation Services and Program Division
Sanna Muñoz was recently sworn in to her new position for the program, which is part of the new Hawai‘i Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.
Mitsubishi Electric Championship at Hualālai on Big Island set to open PGA Tour Champions 2024 season
Forty-two legends of the game will tee it up at Hualalai Golf Course in Ka’upulehu-Kona on the Island of Hawai‘i, including six past champions.
Volcano Watch: Kīlauea volcano’s most recent Southwest Rift Zone eruption was on New Year’s Eve 1974
HVO continues to monitor unrest in the summit and Southwest Rift Zone regions of Kīlauea, with increased rates of earthquakes and ground deformation indicating magma is moving in the area
Līhuʻe native a finalist for spot in drag queen Sasha Colby’s Stripped tour stop in Honolulu
Dillon Ancheta, whose drag persona is Mallibu Del Rey, is hoping to be on stage in April with the first Native Hawaiian transgender person to ever be crowned a winner of “RuPaul’s Drag Race”
Another 17.5 tons of illegal fireworks seized by state task force
The fireworks were discovered Friday during a routine tariff inspection of a shipping container in transit from the mainland to Hawai‘i
State adjusting parking rates at neighbor island airports, including Lῑhuʻe Airport, effective Feb. 1, 2024
The last time parking rates for Lῑhuʻe Airport, as well as Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport and Hilo International Airport on the Big Island and Kahului Airport on Maui, were adjusted was in 2015.
State HELPing hundreds of health care professionals stay in the islands
The 2023 Hawaiʻi State Legislature provided an unprecedented $30 million throughout two years in educational loan repayment to health professionals licensed or otherwise certified to practice in and provide care to patients in Hawai‘i.
High surf advisory issued for north- and west-facing shores of Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau
Surf is expected to peak Sunday afternoon at 18 to 22 feet along northern shorelines and 10 to 14 feet along western shorelines.
State collecting unwanted pesticides from farms, commercial users on Kaua‘i
The pesticide disposal program is available to agricultural operations, including farms, ranches, nurseries and greenhouse growers. In addition, pesticide dealers, licensed pest control operators, golf course operators, landscape professionals, state and city agencies and other commercial end users of pesticides are eligible.
Volcano Watch: Sniffing out stealthy gas escape between Kīlauea’s eruptions
There is another type of gas besides sulfur dioxide that can be important during non-eruptive periods — carbon dioxide.
Kaua‘i firefighters respond to multiple incidents Monday
No injuries were reported in any of the incidents.
Kauaʻi sees near to above average rainfall in November
Leeward and southern portions of the island continue to see abnormally dry and moderate drought conditions; however, most of the island is not experiencing drought.
Governor orders flags to fly at half-staff today in honor of Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
“This is a day for all of the world, but especially Hawaiʻi, to solemnly honor the sacrifices of so many service members and civilians who lost their lives during the Dec. 7, 1941, attack that changed the course of world history,” said Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green
Kekaha Landfill to close early Dec. 15
The early closure is needed to accommodate a community event. Regular landfill hours will resume Dec. 18.
Update: Missing Princeville woman found
Alice Ann Deberry, 80, was reported missing at 10:30 a.m. Saturday.