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What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Tuesday about Hurricane Lowell recovery

Kaua‘i County hits Day 22 of recovery in the aftermath of Hurricane Lowell as Hurricane Nolo is expected to bring heavy rainfall later today; The Kauaʻi Bus resumes regular fare collection Thursday.

UPDATE: High surf advisory canceled for Kauaʻi and Niʻihau

The advisory was previously in place until 6 p.m. today.

Hurricane Nolo to bring periods of heavy rain later today on Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau, with potential for flooding, mudslides

Fortunately, the high surf advisory for south and west shorelines was canceled; there are no tropical storm or hurricane watches or warnings in effect, and the storm’s center is expected to stay well southwest and west.

Governor tabs 2 Big Island residents to join state panels

Cyrus Johnasen was selected to join the state Land Use Commission while J. Elise Hannigan joins Kristen Lum Brummel of Honolulu chosen as a new members of the Hawaiʻi Teacher Standards Board.

Southbound lane closure on Kūhiō Highway scheduled for utility pole replacement

Southbound traffic will be routed onto the one-way Kapaʻa Bypass Road during the work hours.

New website offers real-time updates on supply availability for Hawaiʻi residents

Help Me Find is a new, free website that can be used to find and report on the stock of supplies at stores across Hawaiʻi before, during and after natural disasters and other emergencies.
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Nāpali Coast’s sacred side: Heiau, caves, moon calendar and ancient Hawaiian history
Nāpali Coast after rain: Waterfalls, rainbows, weather and when to go
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 County residents, visitors need to know Tuesday about Hurricane Lowell recovery

Kaua‘i County hits Day 22 of recovery in the aftermath of Hurricane Lowell as Hurricane Nolo is expected to bring heavy rainfall later today; The Kauaʻi Bus resumes regular fare collection Thursday.

Hurricane Nolo to bring periods of heavy rain later today on Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau, with potential for flooding, mudslides

Fortunately, the high surf advisory for south and west shorelines was canceled; there are no tropical storm or hurricane watches or warnings in effect, and the storm’s center is expected to stay well southwest and west.

Governor tabs 2 Big Island residents to join state panels

Cyrus Johnasen was selected to join the state Land Use Commission while J. Elise Hannigan joins Kristen Lum Brummel of Honolulu chosen as a new members of the Hawaiʻi Teacher Standards Board.

New website offers real-time updates on supply availability for Hawaiʻi residents

Help Me Find is a new, free website that can be used to find and report on the stock of supplies at stores across Hawaiʻi before, during and after natural disasters and other emergencies.

In-person services resume today at Līhuʻe Civic Center

The County of Kauaʻi is resuming several of its services in person today (Monday, Sept. 28) following the Kāpule Building fire.

Voyage to Fiji, Tuvalu planned for Hōkūleʻa, Hikianalia postponed because of weather

This would have been the first visit by the traditional voyaging canoes to Fiji and Tuvalu; the visits were postponed potentially until May 2027.

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2 Big Island residents appointed to state panels

Cyrus Johnasen was selected to join the state Land Use Commission while J. Elise Hannigan joins Kristen Lum Brummel of Honolulu chosen as a new members of the Hawaiʻi Teacher Standards Board.

Police seek missing Volcano man

William Moxley was last seen at 8 a.m. Sept. 3 on Kaleponi Road in Fern Forest; have you seen him?

North Kohala police station phone lines down

Those who need immediate police assistance in the North Kohala area should call 911. For non-emergency police assistance, contact the department’s Dispatch Center at 808-935-3311.

Big Island man wanted on 2 outstanding warrants recently indicted for reported jewelry store theft

According to court documents, the wanted man was indicted on Sept. 21 on felony theft and second-degree burglary charges in connection with reportedly taking jewelry from Mountain Gold Jewelers.

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Case seeks applicants for appointments to US Service Academies for the 2027 incoming class

US Rep. Ed Case (HI-01) is seeking qualified applicants for his Congressional nomination to the nation’s four service academies: the US Military Academy (West Point/Army); US Naval Academy (Annapolis/Navy); US Air Force Academy (Colorado Springs/Air Force) and US Merchant Marine Academy (Kings Point/Merchant Marines).

118 keiki, one submarine and a summer of ocean discovery

From the deck of an onboard floating classroom to the seat of a submarine, Maui's youngest ocean explorers spent their summer getting closer to the sea than a classroom ever could. Three programs, three age groups, one shared goal: to help Maui's keiki fall in love with the ocean.

Tables and tickets available for Dec. 5 ʻUlana Gala for Maui United Way

Maui United Way invites the community to attend our ʻUlana Gala: Weaving a Stronger Maui Nui on Saturday, Dec. 5, 2026, from 5 to 9 p.m. The event is hosted by Old Lāhainā Lūʻau.

Oʻahu public schools begin rollout of fresh, Hawaiʻi-grown pineapple in school meals

More than 2,100 pounds of Hawaiʻi-grown pineapple have been distributed to participating Oʻahu schools as part of the initial rollout. Twenty-one schools are currently offering the locally grown fruit, with additional schools expected to join over the next month.