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$3.9 million Hanapēpē road resurfacing project will begin Sept. 17

The Kaua’i County Department of Public Works and Hiʻilawe Construction LLC on Thursday held a blessing for the Hanapēpē road project that will enhance infrastructure and safety.

VIDEO: Do you know these people? Kaua‘i police seek suspects in Kōloa burglaries

Suspects allegedly broke into Righteous Roots Smoke Shop during the early morning hours of July 10, 15 and 25 and stole merchandise with a total estimated value of several thousand dollars.

Volcano Watch: Water in Kīlauea — and its role in its eruptions

Some of the Big Island’s past explosive eruptions happened when magma erupted through groundwater or lake in a summit crater. Read this week’s ‘Volcano Watch’ to learn more now.

UPDATE: Kalāheo residents previously asked to immediately conserve water return to normal use

Kauaʻi County Department of Water notified its customers on the makai side of Kaumualiʻi Highway in Kalāheo earlier today that the request was lifted.

UPDATE: 17-year-old girl who was reported as runaway has been located

Kaua‘i police reported the morning of Aug. 14 that Kehakeha Lawhead was in good health; they also thanked the public for its vigilance and assistance with finding her.

Three new postmasters chosen to serve Kaua’i post offices

As the United States Postal Service celebrates its 250th anniversary, it honors the vital contributions of postmasters in their communities by releasing stamps that depict a day in the life of a postal carrier.
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Nāpali Coast: Breathtaking shoreline filmed for many Hollywood films
Nāpali Coast: A ‘Biodiversity Hotspot,’ but with many endangered species to protect
Nāpali Coast: Visitors can view the gorgeous scenery by helicopters and boat tours
Nāpali Coast: Kalalau Trail known worldwide for challenging terrain, breathtaking views

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Volcano Watch: Water in Kīlauea — and its role in its eruptions

Some of the Big Island’s past explosive eruptions happened when magma erupted through groundwater or lake in a summit crater. Read this week’s ‘Volcano Watch’ to learn more now.

Three new postmasters chosen to serve Kaua’i post offices

As the United States Postal Service celebrates its 250th anniversary, it honors the vital contributions of postmasters in their communities by releasing stamps that depict a day in the life of a postal carrier.

Bora Bora welcomes Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia

The happiness and celebration of their arrival at small South Pacific island — their final port of call in French Polynesia before heading to the Cook Islands — was almost an inverse of the emotional farewell Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia received as they departed Aug. 7 from Tautira, Tahiti.

Educators, caregivers, professionals statewide invited to 2025 Hawaiʻi Island Early Childhood Conference

Registration now open for the event — slated for Sept. 12-13 in Kailua-Kona on the Big Island — that will have a focus on practical tools and thoughtful reflections to support the kindergarten entry assessment domains.

Hawai‘i State Judiciary warns of jury duty scams

This warning comes as the Judiciary has mailed out 330,000 jury questionnaires to residents statewide this week for potential jury service in 2026.

‘Not just about farming’: Senate Ways and Means Committee gets update about food and product initiative

“The Food and Product Innovation Network is a meaningful investment in Hawai‘i’s future — one that bridges education to export pathways by equipping our schools, colleges and entrepreneurs with the skills and infrastructure they need to bring local innovations to the global marketplace,” said Senate Ways and Means Chairman Sen. Donovan Dela Cruz.

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Hawai‘i County fights subpoena from state Attorney General for investigative files on 4 disciplined police officers

Hawai‘i County Prosecuting Attorney Kelden Waltjen confirmed receiving the criminal cases involving the four officers and forwarded them to the state Attorney General for an impartial review.

Volcano Watch: Water in Kīlauea — and its role in its eruptions

Some of the Big Island’s past explosive eruptions happened when magma erupted through groundwater or lake in a summit crater. Read this week's 'Volcano Watch' to learn more now.

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for August 15, 2025

Light trades continue through tonight as a low-level trough north of the islands moves west. High pressure will build back in across the region Friday into...

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for August 15, 2025

Light trades continue through tonight as a low-level trough north of the islands moves west. High pressure will build back in across the region Friday into...

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Public school complex area and charter school teachers of the year recognized

The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education has named 15 complex area teachers of the year and one charter school teacher of the year as part of the 2026 Hawaiʻi State Teacher of the Year recognition. The Maui County teachers are: Kindergarten teacher Susan Chew of Lānaʻi High and Elementary School and 5th grade teacher Kristel Pigao of Waiheʻe Elementary.

MIL Division I football preview: Can Baldwin or Maui High break Lahainaluna’s 17-year title streak?

After losing 27 seniors, the defending champion Lunas will look to a new crop of rising leaders to lead them back to the state tournament. Baldwin and Maui High will have something to say about that.

Maui Weather Forecast for August 15, 2025

High pressure will rebuild across the region today through early Sunday, bringing moderate to locally breezy trades across the islands. By Sunday,...

South Kīhei Road reopens following coastal flood repairs; additional temporary closure set for Aug. 19

South Kīhei Road was reopened to all north and south bound traffic from North Kīhei Road to Ohukai Road today, Aug. 14, 2025, after being closed last Friday due to coastal flooding, according to the County of Maui Department of Public Works (DPW).