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County of Kauaʻi to close offices, facilities this Friday

Kauaʻi County will observe Good Friday by closing all offices and facilities on April 3. The Kauaʻi Bus will maintain its daily schedule.

New technology can detect pathogens in marine mammals within an hour

Researchers have tested new surveillance technology the detects diseases the cause mass death in whale and dolphin populations.

Kauaʻi swears in Rudy Tai as new police chief

With more than 35 years of experience and a clear vision to strengthen community relationships and boost department morale, Rudy Tai has been ceremonially sworn in as Kauaʻi’s new chief of police.

Kauaʻi High entrepreneurs learn how to run a business by experience

The Young Entrepreneurs Program has helped foster over 50 student-created, agriculture-based products, which are available to purchase only unitl 11:59 p.m. today.

Upcoming monthly statewide siren system test coincides with anniversary of deadly 1946 tsunami to Hawai‘i

The monthly test of the all-hazard Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System is scheduled for Wednesday at 11:45 a.m.

Used oil transporter and processor in Hawai‘i cited, fined for operating without a permit

The company has 20 days to respond to the order, as violations were found at facilities on all main Hawaiian Islands.
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UPDATE: 3 dead, 2 injured in Kalalau Beach helicopter crash, Kaua‘i police say
Kalalau Trail open again today after state crew discovers less damage than anticipated
The Hawaiian legends of the Nāpali Coast
Nāpali Coast by season: Best times for hiking, photography, wildlife viewing, boat tours

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New technology can detect pathogens in marine mammals within an hour

Researchers have tested new surveillance technology the detects diseases the cause mass death in whale and dolphin populations.

Kauaʻi swears in Rudy Tai as new police chief

With more than 35 years of experience and a clear vision to strengthen community relationships and boost department morale, Rudy Tai has been ceremonially sworn in as Kauaʻi’s new chief of police.

Upcoming monthly statewide siren system test coincides with anniversary of deadly 1946 tsunami to Hawai‘i

The monthly test of the all-hazard Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System is scheduled for Wednesday at 11:45 a.m.

High surf advisory for Kauaʻi’s north shores has been lifted

The National Weather Service in Honolulu has lifted the high surf advisory for Kauaʻi’s north-facing shores.

Used oil transporter and processor in Hawai‘i cited, fined for operating without a permit

The company has 20 days to respond to the order, as violations were found at facilities on all main Hawaiian Islands.

State officials remind Merrie Monarch travelers about ongoing ‘ōhi‘a quarantine restrictions

Rapid ‘ōhi‘a death was detected on Kauaʻi in 2018 and on O‘ahu in 2019.

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15 drivers arrested for DUI during week of March 16-22

So far this year, there have been 182 DUI arrests compared with 213 during the same period last year, a decrease of 14.55%.

Keauhou Canoe Club honors past, present cancer warriors with annual fundraiser

Paddle Against Cancer raises money to help Hawaiʻi Island residents travel to Oʻahu to receive cancer treatment.

Big Island nonprofit works to enhance safety for people with autism, other developmental disabilities

The 5th Annual Autism Walk at the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo this Saturday, April 4 aims to create a safer community for people with disabilities by promoting new communication methods and helpful resources.

Grant to help prepare high school students for careers in creative media, storytelling

A $200,000 grant from the Harold K.L. Castle Foundation helps to launch the CREATE Hawaiʻi Youth Apprenticeship to provide high school students real-world experience in Hawaiʻi's creative economy.

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County DPR closures tied to storm damages available on webpage

Ongoing, long-term DPR closures due to severe damage include Kula Gym in Upcountry, Ukumehame Firing Range in West Maui, Kalepolepo Park and Kamaʻole Beach Park II in South Maui and Kepaniwai Heritage Gardens in Central Maui.

Aloha House Mental Health Office opening and blessing

Aloha House staff, board members and supporters came together on March 24 for a blessing ceremony to celebrate the opening of the new Maui Counseling Group offices at the Wākea Gardens office complex in Kahului. The blessing ceremony was conducted by Kahu Wayne Higa of Kaʻahumanu Church.

Hawaiʻi Community Lending revives Kānaka Anti-Displacement Fund after storms

Initially created to address the needs of the Leialiʻi community in Lahaina after the August 2023 fire, the Kānaka Anti-Displacement Fund aims to preserve the security of Native Hawaiian households on Hawaiian Home Lands, helping them achieve generational housing stability. 

Hawaiʻi’s first-ever Youth Apprenticeship in creative media launches with $200,000 grant from Harold K. L. Castle Foundation 

ʻEwalu Industries has been awarded $200,000 from Harold K. L. Castle Foundation to support the CREATE Hawaiʻi (Creative Routes Empowering Apprentices Toward Employment) Youth Apprenticeship, a workforce initiative preparing high school students for careers in creative media and storytelling.