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US Senate resolution introduced by Schatz, Hirono designates September as Hawaiian History Month

U.S. senators representing the islands introduce measure to recognize the rich history and culture of Native Hawaiians and Hawai‘i.

Hurricane Lowell shapes Kauaʻi Council races as candidates talk disaster response

All 14 candidates competing for Kauaʻi County Council seats gathered on the North Shore to discuss urgent issues regarding the island’s emergency response after Hurricane Lowell.

Safe place to practice: Public invited to Play Streets bicycle event

A mini roadway will be set up in the parking lot at Līhuʻe Civic Center — including intersections, a roundabout, signs and more — to give kids a chance to practice riding through a real road system; all activities are free and open to the public.

Southbound lane of Kūhiō Highway in Līhuʻe to be closed this weekend

Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative emergency utility pole replacement originally planned for Wednesday and Thursday was pushed back because of inclement weather; now slated for Oct. 3-4.

What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Wednesday about Hurricane Lowell recovery

Kaua‘i County hits Day 23 of recovery in the aftermath of Hurricane Lowell as Hurricane Nolo is expected to bring heavy rainfall today.

Flags to be lowered in honor of life and service of former state, US lawmaker Patricia Saiki

Saiki in 1986 became the first Republican and second woman elected to represent Hawaiʻi in U.S. Congress; flags shall be flown at half-staff through sunrise Oct. 5.
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Nāpali Coast’s sacred side: Heiau, caves, moon calendar and ancient Hawaiian history
Nāpali Coast after rain: Waterfalls, rainbows, weather and when to go
The Hawaiian legends of the Nāpali Coast
Nāpali Coast by season: Best times for hiking, photography, wildlife viewing, boat tours

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US Senate resolution introduced by Schatz, Hirono designates September as Hawaiian History Month

U.S. senators representing the islands introduce measure to recognize the rich history and culture of Native Hawaiians and Hawai‘i.

What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Wednesday about Hurricane Lowell recovery

Kaua‘i County hits Day 23 of recovery in the aftermath of Hurricane Lowell as Hurricane Nolo is expected to bring heavy rainfall today.

Flags to be lowered in honor of life and service of former state, US lawmaker Patricia Saiki

Saiki in 1986 became the first Republican and second woman elected to represent Hawaiʻi in U.S. Congress; flags shall be flown at half-staff through sunrise Oct. 5.

Tropical Storm Nolo to bring periods of heavy rain through Thursday to Kauaʻi, Ni‘ihau

Tropical Storm Nolo was about 345 miles west of Līhuʻe as of the 2 a.m. Wednesday advisory from the National Hurricane Center.

18 deputy sheriffs sworn in, most assigned to Honolulu airport, state courthouses

It was the largest graduating recruit class of deputies of Hawai‘i Department of Law Enforcement since it became a separate state agency nearly 2 years ago.

Governor selects 2 Big Island residents to join state panels

Cyrus Johnasen was selected to join the state Land Use Commission while J. Elise Hannigan joins Kristen Lum Brummel of Honolulu chosen as a new members of the Hawaiʻi Teacher Standards Board.

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New documentary looks at history of US military use of Hawai‘i’s public trust lands

The documentary examines how thousands of acres came to be leased for military use, what has occurred on those lands over the ensuing decades, and the cultural, environmental and public trust issues surrounding their future.

Mobile medical van with 4-wheel drive serves rural Kaʻū after Hurricane Lowell shutters health center

After Hurricane Lala left Kaʻū communities in disarray, Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies, with support from Direct Relief, has stepped up with mobile medical services, offering essential care to isolated residents.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Oct. 2-8: Big Island Art Fair, Black Rock Ampitheater, Hentry Kapono and friends, youth car show and more

Hey, Big Island. We're back! We're once again bringing you a great selection of activities, events, shows and more to check out during the upcoming weekend and into next week. Check out this week's top 10 right now!

Hawai‘i Police Department Detective Jenny Lee named Hawai‘i State Law Enforcement Officials Association Officer of the Year

The award honors Lee's outstanding investigative work on a complex child sexual abuse investigation that resulted in multiple arrests and grand jury indictments, as well as identification of additional victims and suspects.

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99th Maui County Fair entertainment schedule

The 99th Maui County Fair, happening Oct. 1–4, 2026at the County’s War Memorial Complex, will bring four days of live entertainment to the main stage, featuring a mix of Hawaiian music, hula, local favorites and island contemporary performers for fairgoers of all ages.

County of Maui seeks public input on new Countywide grant administration rules

The County of Maui Department of Management will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m. to receive public input on proposed new rules governing the administration and management of County grants.

From Hawaiʻi to New York: Ultra-marathoner launches 50-state world record attempt

British ultra-marathoner, William Goodge, has announced his latest endurance feat: running 50 marathons, across all 50 US states, in 24 days. Titled Mission America, in partnership with Goodwin, Goodge will run a full marathon length of 26.2 miles within each of the state lines. Should he succeed, Goodge will hold the Guinness World Record title for this effort.

Gov. Green orders flags lowered to honor the life and service of Patricia Saiki

Flags are being lowered in honor of former US Representative, state lawmaker and US Small Business Administration Administrator Patricia Saiki, who died Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026, at age 96. Flags shall be flown at half-staff through sunrise Monday, Oct. 5, 2026.