Election 2026 primary election ballots in the mail; ballot drop box locations announced
Business Hawai‘i comes in first — at being worst state for business
‘Fablehaven’ author Brandon Mull brings fantasy storytelling to Līhuʻe Public Library
The New York Times bestselling authori will provide a free public presentation on July 21 that focuses on creativity, storytelling, reading and his writing process, combining humor with practical advice. July 19, 2026 · 05:00am
Join Surfrider Kauaʻi, partners for free screening of ‘Earth’s Greatest Enemy’
Eye-opening investigative documentary will be presented free July 30 at Philippine Cultural Center in Puhi in partnership with Hōʻike Kauaʻi Community Media and Kauaʻi Climate Action Coalition.Kaua‘i News Kauaʻi Housing Agency to host free first-time homebuyer education event July 30
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2,000-plus expected to gather for 2026 Native Hawaiian Convention on Oʻahu
Single lane closure set for Kahiliholo Road through November
Lane closures scheduled through July 24 on several roadways around Kaua‘i
Lane closures scheduled for Po‘ipū, Kōloa, Maluhia roads in Kōloa
Department of Water plans repairs, intermittent outages along upper Kuamoʻo Road
Volcano Watch: When will Halemaʻumaʻu fill with lava
Summer horsemanship camp, Poop Drop Fundraiser at Healing Horses Kauaʻi
Waimea River mouth stabilizes after community effort to mitigate immediate flood threat
Report released from 2026 Community Assessment for Public Health Emergency Response survey
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Kaua‘i News
Join Surfrider Kauaʻi, partners for free screening of ‘Earth’s Greatest Enemy’
Eye-opening investigative documentary will be presented free July 30 at Philippine Cultural Center in Puhi in partnership with Hōʻike Kauaʻi Community Media and Kauaʻi Climate Action Coalition.
2026 primary election ballots in the mail; ballot drop box locations announced
Kaua’i County elections officials also remind voters that ballots must be received — NOT postmarked — by 7 p.m. the night of the primaries, Aug. 8.
Traffic advisory: Road closures planned for Kōloa Plantation Days Parade
Motorists should drive with caution and allow additional time to get to their destination as traffic delays are expected; roads open for travel in and out of Poʻipū will be Ala Kalanikaumaka and Ala Kinoiki.
‘Fablehaven’ author Brandon Mull brings fantasy storytelling to Līhuʻe Public Library
The New York Times bestselling authori will provide a free public presentation on July 21 that focuses on creativity, storytelling, reading and his writing process, combining humor with practical advice.
Hawai‘i comes in first — at being worst state for business
The fix for a bad business climate isn’t more bureaucracy. It’s less. Reducing taxes and regulations help revitalize the economy. If only our lawmakers would embrace those policies more often.
Kauaʻi Housing Agency to host free first-time homebuyer education event July 30
The event, with a theme “Homeownership Starts with Education,” will help prospective homebuyers better understand the steps involved in purchasing a home while connecting them with local housing professionals and resources.
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Hawaii News
Hawai‘i comes in first — at being worst state for business
The fix for a bad business climate isn’t more bureaucracy. It’s less. Reducing taxes and regulations help revitalize the economy. If only our lawmakers would embrace those policies more often.
Hawaiʻi State LGBTQ+ Commission elects new chairperson, welcomes 2 new members
Two-term commission vice president Michael Golojuch Jr. is panel’s new leader; Dr. Sylvia Romm and Crissi Doyle, the commission’s first transgender member, added to its ranks.
‘Unexpected and encouraging’: Hawaiian insect discoveries offer hope for rare species
New populations of Hawaiian moths and damselflies found in unexpected locations.
2,000-plus expected to gather for 2026 Native Hawaiian Convention on Oʻahu
The event is July 20-22 at Neal S. Blaisdell Center in Honolulu, features week of Native Hawaiian programming including cultural workshops, discussions about key issues affecting Native Hawaiians and Hawaiʻi’s communities, Nā Mea Hawaiʻi marketplace and special performances.
Big Island News
New chairperson elected to lead Hawaiʻi State LGBTQ+ Commission; panel welcomes 2 new members
Two-term commission vice president Michael Golojuch Jr. is panel's new leader; Dr. Sylvia Romm and Crissi Doyle, the commission's first transgender member, added to its ranks.
Hawaiian Electric to replace utility poles in Kurtistown this week
There will be one-lane closure on Volcano Road (Highway 11) between Paʻahana Street and Pūko Street in Kurtistown on Wednesday and Thursday.
Discovery of 2 Hawaiian insects ‘unexpected and encouraging,’ offer hope for rare species
New populations of Hawaiian moths and damselflies found in unexpected locations.
2026 Native Hawaiian Convention to kick off next week on Oʻahu; 2,000-plus expected to gather
The event is July 20-22 at Neal S. Blaisdell Center in Honolulu, features week of Native Hawaiian programming including cultural workshops, discussions about key issues affecting Native Hawaiians and Hawaiʻi's communities, Nā Mea Hawaiʻi marketplace and special performances.
Maui News
Construction Industry of Maui to host 4th Annual Golf Tournament Sept. 19
The Construction Industry of Maui will hold its fourth annual golf tournament Sept. 19 at The Dunes at Maui Lani Golf Course, with proceeds benefiting construction and skilled trades education programs for Maui County residents.
Toastmasters District 49 earns prestigious Smedley Distinguished District recognition
Toastmasters District 49 has earned the prestigious Smedley Distinguished District designation for the 2025–2026 Toastmasters year, the highest level of recognition presented under Toastmasters International’s District Recognition Program. The Smedley Distinguished District award recognizes districts that achieve outstanding performance in membership growth, club growth, club quality and leadership development while meeting or exceeding rigorous international […]
State set to expand free school meals for Hawaiʻi working families
Beginning with the 2026-27 school year, students from households with incomes at or below 300% of the federal poverty level are now eligible for one free breakfast and one free lunch each school day.
Maui Housing Hui brings free Renterʻs Rights Training to the North Shore, July 26
Local tenants and landlords are invited to attend a Renterʻs Rights Training on Sunday, July 26, from 5 to 7 p.m. This free, community-centered event will provide residents with vital information about housing rights, strategies for addressing housing issues and resources for navigating landlord-tenant challenges.
