Hawai‘i News Hawaiʻi governor announces several appointments to state commissions
Community News in brief for Aug. 2: Disaster case referrals, paid leave, academic honors, Feehan…
Kaua‘i Fire Department hosts graduation ceremony for 35th recruit class
Nine new firefighters honored; 5 new Kaua‘i County Ocean Safety Bureau officers also recognized during ceremony. August 02, 2026 · 05:00am
Kaua’i County online live auction scheduled to begin Aug. 10
The first items will be posted that day with more to be added as they become available; the public should check back regularly to discover new items as they are posted.Kaua‘i News Kauaʻi Police Department officers earn Mothers Against Drunk Driving award
Kaua‘i News Overnight water service shutdown scheduled for portions of Kapaʻa
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State Capitol now hive of activity after Office of Elections moves in
Lane closures scheduled through Aug. 7 on several roadways around Kaua‘i
Lane, road closures scheduled for Kilikina Place
What you need to know about Kaua‘i County’s Aug. 8 primary election
University of Hawaiʻi extends fall application deadline
State news in brief for July 31: New administrator, new jobs projection and projects…
Goodwill schedules next reuse collection event at Kaua‘i Resource Center
Volcano Watch: A decade of disaster response; mahalo to Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense…
Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative celebrates accomplishments, progress
New research finds Hawaiʻi corals might have time to adapt to future heat stress
Iconic Kauaʻi steakhouse Bull Shed expands to Hawaiʻi Island
2026 Community Enrichment Program recipients announced by Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority
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Kaua‘i News
Hawaiʻi governor announces several appointments to state commissions
“Each of these leaders brings valuable experience, integrity and a deep commitment to public service,” Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green said. “Their work will help expand opportunities for Native Hawaiian beneficiaries, ensure fairness in our campaign finance system and uphold the highest ethical standards in state government.”
Kaua’i County online live auction scheduled to begin Aug. 10
The first items will be posted that day with more to be added as they become available; the public should check back regularly to discover new items as they are posted.
News in brief for Aug. 2: Disaster case referrals, paid leave, academic honors, Feehan tribute and more
A quick look at news happening on the Big Island, throughout the state and beyond.
Kauaʻi Police Department officers earn Mothers Against Drunk Driving award
Officers Desmond Thain and Kalani Scanlan received the award in honor of their commitment to preventing impaired driving through enforcement and education that helps save lives and keep roadways safe.
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Hawaii News
Hawaiʻi governor announces several appointments to state commissions
“Each of these leaders brings valuable experience, integrity and a deep commitment to public service,” Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green said. “Their work will help expand opportunities for Native Hawaiian beneficiaries, ensure fairness in our campaign finance system and uphold the highest ethical standards in state government.”
News in brief for Aug. 2: Disaster case referrals, paid leave, academic honors, Feehan tribute and more
A quick look at news happening on the Big Island, throughout the state and beyond.
State Capitol now hive of activity after Office of Elections moves in
The move is in support of the Aug. 8 state primary elections; well more than 100,000 ballots already arrived as of July 30 by mail.
Statewide monthly emergency siren test scheduled
The siren test will be coordinated with a test of the Live Audio Broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System.
Big Island News
Vital Boxing empowers Puna youth with free training, competitive events
On Saturday, Vital Boxing hosted the first annual "Battle in Puna," giving young athletes from Big Island, Oʻahu and California a chance to showcase their skills in a USA Boxing Hawaiʻi event.
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for August 03, 2026
High pressure far northeast will drive trade winds tonight. Wind speeds will taper off through much of this week as remnants of Tropical Cyclone Genevieve...
Maui News
Maui Surf Forecast for August 03, 2026
Surf along south facing shores will stay below seasonal averages with mainly background energy throughout most of this week. The next small, long period...
Maui Jazz & Blues Festival returns to Kapalua, Aug. 31-Sept. 6
The acclaimed Maui Jazz & Blues Festival returns to The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua from Aug. 31 through Sept. 6, 2026, bringing together Grammy Award-winning artists, jazz legends, blues icons, and celebrated local musicians for a week-long celebration of music, culture, and community.
Catherine Ngo earns business accolade as Wahine of the Year
Hawaii Business Magazine has named Catherine Ngo the recipient of its inaugural Wahine of the Year award, a new accolade recognizing a woman whose leadership, service and impact have helped shape Hawai‘i’s business community and beyond. Ngo will be honored at the magazine’s Wahine Forum in October. A respected banking executive, entrepreneur and philanthropist, Ngo has spent more […]
Goodfellow Bros. announces waterline improvements on Pūlehu Rd. from Aug. 10 to Oct. 23, 2026
Goodfellow Bros., in conjunction with the County of Maui Department of Water Supply will be performing waterline improvements along Pūlehu Road. This project requires a road closure to motor vehicle traffic.
