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Hawaiʻi Health Systems Kauaʻi Region to host 3rd annual Kaua‘i Healthy Living Fall Celebration

Free, family-friendly event brings 30-plus vendors, health teams, live entertainment and local food to Waimea on Sept. 19.

What Kauaʻi and Niʻihau residents, visitors, businesses need to know Sunday about Hurricane Lowell

Now is the time to complete your emergency disaster and to-go kits, get your homes prepared for possible electric and water outages and know what resources are available.

Lowell now a powerful Category 3 hurricane; some fluctuations in intensity possible through early Sunday

A tropical storm watch is in effect until further notice for Kauaʻi County, which includes Kauaʻi and Niʻihau, with the eye of Lowell forecast to make it’s closest approach to the main Hawaiian Islands on Monday night, passing 100 to 200 miles west of Niʻihau.

2026 Kauaʻi Marathon and Half Marathon canceled because of approaching Lowell

Organizers explored alternate routes, reduced road closures and other adjustments, but none were acceptable; canceling this year’s event was a last resort decision and the decision was made after close consultation with Kauaʻi County emergency response agencies.

UPDATE: Swells from Lowell, Karina cause surf advisory to be extended through Tuesday morning

The high surf advisory also is expected to be upgraded to a high surf warning Sunday night into Monday for affected south-facing shores as surf heights are forecast to rapidly increase to warning levels.

University of Hawaiʻi receives $2M for development of artificial intelligence tools to protect food production systems

The 4-year project, in partnership with University of Nebraska-Lincoln, began Sept. 1 and will combine artificial intelligence, environmental sampling, advanced genetic analysis and high-resolution chemical analysis to identify and monitor potential risks to aquaculture, livestock and agricultural systems.
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Nāpali Coast’s sacred side: Heiau, caves, moon calendar and ancient Hawaiian history
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The Hawaiian legends of the Nāpali Coast
Nāpali Coast by season: Best times for hiking, photography, wildlife viewing, boat tours

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What Kauaʻi and Niʻihau residents, visitors, businesses need to know Sunday about Hurricane Lowell

Now is the time to complete your emergency disaster and to-go kits, get your homes prepared for possible electric and water outages and know what resources are available.

Lowell now a powerful Category 3 hurricane; some fluctuations in intensity possible through early Sunday

A tropical storm watch is in effect until further notice for Kauaʻi County, which includes Kauaʻi and Niʻihau, with the eye of Lowell forecast to make it’s closest approach to the main Hawaiian Islands on Monday night, passing 100 to 200 miles west of Niʻihau.

University of Hawaiʻi receives $2M for development of artificial intelligence tools to protect food production systems

The 4-year project, in partnership with University of Nebraska-Lincoln, began Sept. 1 and will combine artificial intelligence, environmental sampling, advanced genetic analysis and high-resolution chemical analysis to identify and monitor potential risks to aquaculture, livestock and agricultural systems.

Entire state to be under flood watch from Sunday evening through Tuesday afternoon

Moisture along the eastern flank of Hurricane Lowell will bring periods of heavy rain to the main Hawaiian Islands late Sunday through Tuesday.

US Navy, NASA get 15-day extension on final environmental impact statement for Pacific Missile Range Facility, Kōkeʻe observatory

Granting the 15-day extension provides a 45-day acceptance period, the maximum allowable time by state law; the state now has until Sept. 29 to decide on impact statement.

Legacy Land Conservation Program invites applications for land acquisition grants

The Legacy Land program since its inception in 2005 facilitated contributions of more than $73 million from the State Land Conservation Fund for acquisition of 55 properties and more than 31,000 acres statewide.

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Water service restoration efforts continue for remaining Waiʻōhinu, South Point Road customers

Hawaiʻi County Department of Water Supply continues assessment and recovery efforts following Hurricane Lala, impacts from which significantly damaged water system infrastructure, especially in the Nā‘ālehu-Waiʻōhinu area; about 60 accounts remain without service.

$2M award to be used to develop artificial intelligence tools to protect food production systems

The 4-year project, a partnership between University of Hawaiʻi and University of Nebraska, began Sept. 1 and will combine artificial intelligence, environmental sampling, advanced genetic analysis and high-resolution chemical analysis to identify and monitor potential risks to aquaculture, livestock and agricultural systems.

Lowell now a powerful Category 3 hurricane; some fluctuations in intensity possible through early Sunday

A tropical storm watch is in effect until further notice for Kauaʻi County, which includes Kauaʻi and Niʻihau, with the eye of Lowell forecast to make it's closest approach to the main Hawaiian Islands on Monday night, passing 100 to 200 miles west of Niʻihau.

UPDATE: Previously closed portion of Daniel K. Inouye Highway reopen

The highway was closed earlier Saturday evening, between Old Saddle Road and Highway 190, because of a traffic crash.

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Maui Surf Forecast for September 06, 2026

Southerly swell generated by Hurricane Lowell will keep surf along south facing shores at High Surf Advisory criteria through at least Sunday. As Lowell begins...

Lowell forecast to make turn north on Sunday; Tropical Storm Watch issued for Kauaʻi and Niʻihau

Hurricane Lowell continues on a path WNW, with a northward turn expected on Sunday. A Hurricane Watch has been issued for the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument from Nīhoa to French Frigate Shoals; and a Tropical Storm Watch has been issued for Kauaʻi County, including the islands of Kauaʻi and Niʻihau.

Maui community turns out for Kōkua Hawaiʻi Island Donation Drive; more donations needed Sunday

While the response has been significant, more donations are needed to help fill the 40-foot shipping container that will carry the supplies to Hawaiʻi Island. The County of Maui is asking the community to keep the donations coming when the drive continues from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 6, at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center.

Kula Community Association hosts Candidate Forum, Sept. 9 at Kula Community Center

A nonpartisan candidate forum featuring candidates running for mayoral and contested county council seats will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 9, at the Kula Community Center. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., and the formal program runs from 6 to 8 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. The forum will be live streamed by Akakū.