Hawaii News Measure aimed at hiking DUI penalties for highly intoxicated drivers advances
Community Volcano Watch: A sight to see; maintaining Hawaiian Volcano Observatory’s webcams…
‘Exceptional performance and commitment’: Kaua‘i County Department of Water names 2025 employees of the year
Honorees are Albert Cadavona, Chrysanthemum “Christine” Erorita and Joseph “Jay” Perreira Jr.; they were recognized Thursday (Feb. 19) during the monthly meeting of Kaua‘i County Board of Water Supply. February 20, 2026 · 05:01am
Flood watch issued for Kauaʻi and Niʻihau through Saturday morning
The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for Kauaʻi and Niʻihau, effective at 3:30 p.m., citing heavy rainfall that could trigger flash flooding.Kauai News UPDATE: East-facing shores of Kauaʻi remain under high surf advisory through today
Kauai News Residential trash pickup delayed in portions of Kōloa and Po‘ipū
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Kaua‘i News
Measure aimed at hiking DUI penalties for highly intoxicated drivers advances
Hawai’i House Committee on Transportation moved House Bill 1708 ahead with 7 yes votes; the bill would make a second DUI offense with a blood-alcohol content more than 0.15% — and within 10 years of a driver’s first DUI conviction — a Class C felony.
Volcano Watch: A sight to see; maintaining Hawaiian Volcano Observatory’s webcams during a historic eruption
Visual observations have been a backbone of volcano research more than 2,000 years and remain fundamental to understanding how volcanoes work; advancements in technology even allow eruptions to be viewed from anywhere around the world.
‘Exceptional performance and commitment’: Kaua‘i County Department of Water names 2025 employees of the year
Honorees are Albert Cadavona, Chrysanthemum “Christine” Erorita and Joseph “Jay” Perreira Jr.; they were recognized Thursday (Feb. 19) during the monthly meeting of Kaua‘i County Board of Water Supply.
UPDATE: East-facing shores of Kauaʻi remain under high surf advisory through today
A downward trend is expected through the weekend, however, as winds diminish; surf of 8 to 12 feet is forecast for this morning, with heights falling to 7 to 10 feet this afternoon.
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Hawaii News
Measure aimed at hiking DUI penalties for highly intoxicated drivers advances
Hawai’i House Committee on Transportation moved House Bill 1708 ahead with 7 yes votes; the bill would make a second DUI offense with a blood-alcohol content more than 0.15% — and within 10 years of a driver’s first DUI conviction — a Class C felony.
Volcano Watch: A sight to see; maintaining Hawaiian Volcano Observatory’s webcams during a historic eruption
Visual observations have been a backbone of volcano research more than 2,000 years and remain fundamental to understanding how volcanoes work; advancements in technology even allow eruptions to be viewed from anywhere around the world.
Flood watch issued for Kauaʻi and Niʻihau through Saturday morning
The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for Kauaʻi and Niʻihau, effective at 3:30 p.m., citing heavy rainfall that could trigger flash flooding.
Social Security services in Hawaiʻi at risk with staffing down to 66 workers in field offices
Hawaiʻi now has a 1 to 4,772 ratio of Social Security Administration field office employees to beneficiaries, one of the most challenging workloads in the nation.
Students seeking degree in business, related fields can apply for 2026 Fukunaga Scholarship
Students who are selected each receive $20,000 throughout 4 years — or a pro-rated amount for fewer years — that can be applied to tuition, books, housing and other educational expenses; deadline to apply online is Feb. 23.
Big Island News
Trump tariffs struck down by US Supreme Court, ruling them as unconstitutional
Hawai‘i's U.S. Sen. Mazie K. Hirono praised the high court's decision, saying: "They were conceived as another lever for Trump to consolidate power and intimidate our global partners — including some of our closest allies."
FEMA approves $4M for permanent repairs to Pohoiki boat ramp, but more funding needed
The price tag for permanent repairs to the important ocean access starts around $40 million, with the cheaper option of just dredging already having failed during a project in October.
ʻImiloa in Hilo celebrates 20 years of creating space for curiosity, learning, dialogue
A birthday bash from 2 to 6 p.m. today will feature hands-on activities, anniversary treats, giveaways and full access to exhibits and the planetarium all for free; the celebration also kicks off a year of monthly anniversary programming throughout 2026.
Kaua‘i to host hole new level of fun on mini but mighty stage; ready to tee up for the challenge?
United States ProMiniGolf Association for the first time is bringing its annual U.S. Open to Hawai‘i, with the 28th contest hitting the greens at Kaua‘i Mini Golf & Botanical Gardens in Anaina Hou Community Park in Kīlauea; you can even be part of the historic fun by heading to the Garden Isle to participate in the U.S. Open of Mini Golf Pro/Am Tournament.
Maui News
Maui Youth & Family Services provides youth mental health first aid training and certification
Maui Youth & Family Services hosted a Youth Mental Health First Aid training on Friday, Feb. 13 at the Maui Family YMCA West Side Resource Center.
The MACC Presents BLACK GRACE Paradise Rumor in the Castle Theater, March 8
New Zealand’s leading contemporary dance group, Black Grace, returns to the Castle Theater on Sunday, March 8 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets go on sale online only at 10 a.m. to MACC members on Friday, Feb. 20, and to the general public on Saturday, Feb. 21.
Hawaiʻi Technology Academy announces admissions open for 2026-27
Hawaiʻi Technology Academy, the state’s largest K-12 public charter school, officially opens its admissions applications for the upcoming school year on Monday, Feb. 23. Families are invited to explore HTA’s unique blended learning model, a tuition-free approach that focuses on each child’s individual needs and interests. HTA has two campuses on Maui: a K-8 campus […]
Hui Livestock & Poultry Maui hosts first poultry show in 16 years
The Hui Livestock & Poultry Maui held its first annual Poultry Show on Sunday, Feb. 15, at the Oskie Rice Arena. This was the first community bird show outside of the annual AgFest and Maui County Fair since 2010, when it was last under the direction of Todd Steele of Lahaina.
