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    • Wendy F. Hensel and Julian Vasquez Heilig. Photos Courtesy: UH

    Finalists for University of Hawai‘i president named, public visits to islands scheduled

    Wendy F. Hensel and Julian Vasquez will be introduced through a series of open houses and public forums scheduled in each of the four counties.

    Hawaii News Reminder: Līhu‘e Refuse Transfer Station to be closed for renovations through Nov. 2

    Hawaii News Emergency water service shutdown on portion of Rice Street due to mainline break

    A helicopter picks up trash from a comfort station along the Kalaulau Trail in the Nāpali Coast State Wilderness Park due to an outbreak of the contagious norovirus. Photo Courtesy: DLNR

    State agencies issue survey to Nāpali Coast park visitors following norovirus outbreak

    The highly contagious norovirus was identified last week as the cause of illness among dozens of park visitors. September 11, 2024 · 04:10pm
    Kapa‘a residents dump their waste into a trailer headed to the Kekaha Landfill on the West Side of the island. (Scott Yunker/Kaua‘i Now)

    Update: Service status of Kaua‘i refuse transfer stations

    On Monday, Kaua‘i County officials held a blessing and groundbreaking ceremony for the Līhu‘e Refuse Transfer Station.

    Hawaii News Wall Street Journal ranks UH Mānoa within the top 500 best colleges in the US

    Kauai News Kaua‘i remembers Hanapēpē Massacre 100 years later

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    Reminder: Līhu‘e Refuse Transfer Station to be closed for renovations through Nov. 2

    Officials held a blessing and groundbreaking ceremony for the Līhu‘e Refuse Transfer Station on Monday.

    Finalists for University of Hawai‘i president named, public visits to islands scheduled

    Wendy F. Hensel and Julian Vasquez will be introduced through a series of open houses and public forums scheduled in each of the four counties.

    State agencies issue survey to Nāpali Coast park visitors following norovirus outbreak

    The highly contagious norovirus was identified last week as the cause of illness among dozens of park visitors.

    Update: Service status of Kaua‘i refuse transfer stations

    On Monday, Kaua‘i County officials held a blessing and groundbreaking ceremony for the Līhu‘e Refuse Transfer Station.

    Emergency water service shutdown on portion of Rice Street due to mainline break

    The estimated timeline for repairs may be extended, if necessary to complete the mainline repairs.
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    Reminder: Līhu‘e Refuse Transfer Station to be closed for renovations through Nov. 2
    Finalists for University of Hawai‘i president named, public visits to islands scheduled
    State agencies issue survey to Nāpali Coast park visitors following norovirus outbreak
    Update: Service status of Kaua‘i refuse transfer stations

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    Hōkūleʻa docked at Nāwiliwili Small Boat Harbor
    Kōloa Landing Resort voted ‘Best Hotel Pool in America’ by USA Today readers
    Incumbent council members lead in primary election results
    East Kaua‘i path joins Rails-to-Trails Hall of Fame

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    Large northwest swell filling in; beware of warning level surf in West Hawai‘i

    National Weather Service forecasters in Honolulu issued a high surf warning that will be in effect from 10 a.m. today until 6 a.m. Saturday for the entire west coast of the island. Surf will build to between 8 and 12 feet along west shores by this evening.

    Nurses unions, legislators, others join forces to ensure safe patient care standards in Hawai‘i

    The coalition says there is an urgent need for reforms to improve patient care and strengthen the state’s health care system, and unlike many other states with mandated patient-to-nurse ratios, the islands lack these vital protections. Studies have shown every patient added to a nurse's workload increases patient mortality rates by 7%.

    Volcano Watch: Peering into a crystal ball — What tiny crystals can tell us about their trip through the magma chamber

    When magma cools prior to eruption, crystals grow and develop chemical zones that record changes in the environment around them. Scientists study chemical differences in these zones, which can provide information about the magma, including its temperature, composition and more.

    Hawaii County Weather Forecast for January 17, 2025

    A brief round of showers can be expected along a passing cold front tonight followed by developing northerly winds Friday into Saturday. Cool and dry weather...

    Hawaii County Surf Forecast for January 17, 2025

    A new long-period west-northwest to northwest swell (300 degree to 320 degree) should steadily fill in tonight into Friday and will produce warning level surf...

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    Lele Aloha launches Hauola Awards to support rebuilding efforts in Lahaina

    Lele Aloha announced the launch of the Hauola Awards, a grant program aimed at supporting the rebuilding, re-establishing, and reinvigorating of communities affected by the 2023 Maui fires. In response to the unprecedented destruction, Lele Aloha stands committed to providing immediate relief and aiding long-term recovery efforts.

    Meeting on proposed plans for Lahaina Recreation Center playground area, Feb. 4

    The County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation invites residents to provide input on proposed plans for the Lahaina Recreation Center playground area during a community meeting Feb. 4, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Lahaina Civic Center Social Hall.

    Pair of lava fountains on display as fourth episode of current Kīlauea eruption continues

    The summit eruption at Kīlauea volcano that began on Dec. 23 entered its fourth eruptive episode on Jan. 15 and continues this morning. Activity is concentrated at two lava fountains in southwest Kaluapele that have each built up a cone and have associated lava flows.

    25-year-old Maui man reported missing after failing to return home on Saturday

    The Maui Police Department requests the public’s help with any information on the whereabouts of Cole Tancayo, 25, of Waiehu.

    Sunday’s Maui Oceanfront Marathon traffic advisory on Honoapi‘ilani Hwy near Launiupoko Beach

    Highway users are advised to prepare for potential traffic delays on Sunday, Jan. 19, as the Maui Oceanfront Marathon will proceed from the Shops at Wailea to Launiupoko Beach Park.