Hawaii News New president takes helm at Young Brothers
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Kauaʻi Coffee Co. employees receive WARN notices with lease ending March 28
The land owners, Brue Baukol Capital Partners, said if there is a change in management, "it is our intention to retain all Kauaʻi Coffee employees who wish to continue working with us." January 13, 2026 · 05:00am
Lab confirms native duck on Kaua‘i found sick in November died from avian flu
The Koloa Maoli was found sick on Nov. 26 at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Hanalei Wildlife Refuge in Hanalei.Community Reminder: Water service shutdown scheduled in Līhu‘e for hydrant replacement
Hawaii News Child and Family Service helps families tackle financial hardships, long-term stability
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Water service shutdown, lane closure set for portions of Wailuā Homesteads on Jan. 15
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Kaua‘i News
New president takes helm at Young Brothers
Steen Christensen was announced as president, effective Jan. 13, according to a news release from Young Brothers. He succeeds Frank Almaraz, who joined Young Brothers in July 2025 as Interim President during a leadership transition.
Lab confirms native duck on Kaua‘i found sick in November died from avian flu
The Koloa Maoli was found sick on Nov. 26 at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Hanalei Wildlife Refuge in Hanalei.
Financial literacy requirement for Hawai‘i public school students to begin next school year
To ensure Hawai‘i public school students are prepared for life after high school, the state will require students to complete a financial literacy educational opportunity beginning in the 2026-27 school year.
Reminder: Water service shutdown scheduled in Līhu‘e for hydrant replacement
The Kaua‘i County Department of Water will turn off water from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. to allow Cushnie Construction Company, Inc. to perform a hydrant and hydrant lateral replacement.
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Hawaii News
New president takes helm at Young Brothers
Steen Christensen was announced as president, effective Jan. 13, according to a news release from Young Brothers. He succeeds Frank Almaraz, who joined Young Brothers in July 2025 as Interim President during a leadership transition.
Lab confirms native duck on Kaua‘i found sick in November died from avian flu
The Koloa Maoli was found sick on Nov. 26 at the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s Hanalei Wildlife Refuge in Hanalei.
Financial literacy requirement for Hawai‘i public school students to begin next school year
To ensure Hawai‘i public school students are prepared for life after high school, the state will require students to complete a financial literacy educational opportunity beginning in the 2026-27 school year.
Child and Family Service helps families tackle financial hardships, long-term stability
In recognition of Poverty Awareness Month, Child and Family Service is highlighting its statewide programs for Hawaiʻi families as the economy edges into mild recession.
Big Island News
Young Brothers selects new president
Steen Christensen was announced as president, effective Jan. 13, according to a news release from Young Brothers. He succeeds Frank Almaraz, who joined Young Brothers in July 2025 as Interim President during a leadership transition.
Transfer Station in Ocean View now open on Saturdays starting Jan. 17
The transfer station will be open for drop-off recycling, scrap metal, white goods, cardboard, and glass, in addition to trash service.
Maui News
Facilities authority uses new tech to speed school construction, cut costs
The Hawai‘i School Facilities Authority is adopting a new digital tool designed to speed up school construction planning and reduce costs.
Hawaiʻi State FCU is first credit union in Hawaiʻi with interactive teller technology at all Oʻahu and Maui branches
Hawaiʻi State Federal Credit Union has become the first credit union in Hawaiʻi to implement interactive teller technology at every branch, completing a systemwide conversion that replaces traditional ATMs with Interactive Teller Machines.
Coach Soichi Sakamoto Pool to close Wednesday, reopen Thursday
Coach Soichi Sakamoto Pool at the War Memorial Complex will be temporarily closed on Wednesday, Jan. 14, 2026, due to a scheduled power shutdown required for the ongoing construction work at the complex gymnasium, announced the County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation.
