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Community Get funding for backyard gardens, aviaries, more through Micro-Grant Food Security…

‘Scary situation off the coast of Kaua‘i’: Harbor pilot slips, falls into rough waters
The pilot was reported to be climbing a rope ladder from a pilot boat alongside the 3,090-passenger cruise ship Emerald Princess on Tuesday when he slipped and fell into the water on its port — or left — side, triggering a "man overboard" emergency. February 12, 2026 · 09:17am
Single lane closures scheduled for part of Ala Kinoiki in Poʻipū for two months
Single-lane closures are scheduled for Ala Kinoiki Way from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. from Feb. 17 to April 17.Kauai News Lane closures scheduled on Kaua‘i for geotechnical subsurface exploration…
Community Hirono, colleagues introduce measure aimed at rebuilding public schools nationwide
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The Food Basket, Hawai‘i Island’s food bank, to receive $2M in federal funds

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Department of Water closing early later this week for parking lot construction

$1.6M from federal government set aside for digitization of Bishop Museum collections

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Kaua‘i News
‘Scary situation off the coast of Kaua‘i’: Harbor pilot slips, falls into rough waters
The pilot was reported to be climbing a rope ladder from a pilot boat alongside the 3,090-passenger cruise ship Emerald Princess on Tuesday when he slipped and fell into the water on its port — or left — side, triggering a “man overboard” emergency.
Get funding for backyard gardens, aviaries, more through Micro-Grant Food Security Grant Program
Papakōlea Community Development Corporation is awarding $5,000 micro-grants for individuals and $10,000 grants to organizations.
Lane closures scheduled on Kaua‘i for geotechnical subsurface exploration, improvements
Work is weather permitting.
U.S. Navy encourages Kaua‘i’s student scientists and engineers of tomorrow
Several Kaua‘i students were awarded the Naval Science Award on Feb. 7 during the 30th annual Kaua‘i Regional Science and Engineering Fair; the award honors the accomplishments of students who create and present quality projects for regional and state science and engineering fairs as well as the International Science and Engineering Fair.
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Hawaii News
Maui County to lead case management program for disaster survivors
Gov. Josh Green has extended the Disaster Case Management Program to continue support for over 6,800 Maui wildfire survivors with FEMA-funded resources.
Get funding for backyard gardens, aviaries, more through Micro-Grant Food Security Grant Program
Papakōlea Community Development Corporation is awarding $5,000 micro-grants for individuals and $10,000 grants to organizations.
Hirono, colleagues introduce measure aimed at rebuilding public schools nationwide
The Rebuild America’s Schools Act of 2026 is a bicameral bill targeting $130 billion in new federal infrastructure funding.
Public invited to comment on list of nominees for Intermediate Court of Appeals
Gov.Josh Green is on the clock to appoint a new associate judge from a list of nominees for the Intermediate Court of Appeals within 30 days.
Big Island News
Department of Human Services extends disaster management program
Maui County to lead case management program that has supported 6,800 Maui wildfire survivors with FEMA-funded resources.
Bicameral measure aimed at rebuilding public schools nationwide introduced by Hirono, colleagues
The Rebuild America’s Schools Act of 2026 targets $130 billion in federal funding throughout 5 years for school infrastructure funding.
Micro-grants available for backyard gardens, aviaries and more
Papakōlea Community Development Corporation is awarding $5,000 micro-grants for individuals and $10,000 grants to organizations.
Top 10 Valentine’s events on Big Island: All of these date options are Cupid approved
Valentine's Day is Saturday (Feb. 14), and there are several events and activities happening this weekend around the island that will make great date options. So good that Cupid himself approves. Check them out now!
Maui News
Hale Kau Kau provides 6,000 meals on Maui in January, setting new record
Hale Kau Kau provided nearly 6000 meals to homebound elderly and disabled Maui residents as well as to those with food insecurity in the month of January, according to Board President Barry Rosenfeld.
Homesteader becomes first Molokaʻi driver to complete new MEO commercial driver program
A Hawaiian Homes homesteader who recently returned to Molokaʻi is the first resident to obtain a commercial driver’s license in a new Maui Economic Opportunity training program on the island.
County hosting Chinese New Year celebration Feb. 20 at Kalana O Maui Building
The public is invited to a Chinese New Year celebration, including lion dancers and martial arts, at 9 a.m. Feb. 20, 2026, on the front lawn of the County of Maui Kalana O Maui Building in Wailuku.
Hirono joins push for $130 billion to modernize public schools
US Sen. Mazie Hirono joined colleagues in introducing legislation to create a $130 billion federal fund for school infrastructure, aiming to repair aging facilities and upgrade digital access for students nationwide. The Rebuild America’s Schools Act of 2026 would provide $100 billion in direct grants and $30 billion in tax credit bonds over five years. […]


