Kauai News UPDATE: Flood, wind advisories issued for entire island of Kauaʻi through tonight
Hawaii News Keiki statewide challenged to ‘Read for the Gold’ during month of February
Kauaʻi County awards 15 culturally-based projects, events with grant funding
Funding was awarded to projects and events that will strengthen Kauaʻi's cultural landscape and create meaningful experiences. February 08, 2026 · 03:00am
Kaua‘i County partners with 5 island credit unions for automatic real property tax payments
Using this new option reduces the risk of missed deadlines and will help ensure payments are on time; the partnership also reflects the county’s continued commitment to modernizing services and...Community Application period now open for 2026 Rainbow Legacy Scholarships
Community Single lane closures scheduled next week for Ala Kinoiki Road in Kōloa
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Kaua‘i News
Super Bowl fans on Kauaʻi urged to arrive early as venues fill up
Several local spots are expected to tune in with big screens, cold drinks, and game-day atmospheres for the Super Bowl beginning at noon today.
Kauaʻi County awards 15 culturally-based projects, events with grant funding
Funding was awarded to projects and events that will strengthen Kauaʻi’s cultural landscape and create meaningful experiences.
UPDATE: Flood, wind advisories issued for entire island of Kauaʻi through tonight
Minor flooding is expected on roads, poor drainage areas and in streams through 11 p.m. tonight.
Keiki statewide challenged to ‘Read for the Gold’ during month of February
Readers in grades kindergarten through 12 participating in the winter reading challenge that runs through Feb. 22 can win prizes from U.S. Olympic figure skating champion Kristi Yamaguchi.
Application period now open for 2026 Rainbow Legacy Scholarships
Recipients of the scholarship offered by Hawaiʻi LGBT Legacy Foundation are awarded $2,000 to support education-related expenses; applicants must be rooted in Hawaiʻi LGBT Legacy Foundation’s vision of hope, equality, unity and service to the betterment of Hawaiʻi and the people who live here.
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Hawaii News
Keiki statewide challenged to ‘Read for the Gold’ during month of February
Readers in grades kindergarten through 12 participating in the winter reading challenge that runs through Feb. 22 can win prizes from U.S. Olympic figure skating champion Kristi Yamaguchi.
Application period now open for 2026 Rainbow Legacy Scholarships
Recipients of the scholarship offered by Hawaiʻi LGBT Legacy Foundation are awarded $2,000 to support education-related expenses; applicants must be rooted in Hawaiʻi LGBT Legacy Foundation’s vision of hope, equality, unity and service to the betterment of Hawaiʻi and the people who live here.
Stop cyber threats! Learn to use artificial intelligence as your small business security ally
This session will focus on the security and privacy issues associated with artificial intelligence, providing a clear roadmap for integrating artificial intelligence tools ethically and effectively to stay one step ahead of sophisticated cyber threats.
Special delivery: Send your Valentine a card and put a little love in their mailbox
While text messages disappear, a Valentine’s card endures; a handwritten message also carries thought — and heart — spanning miles.
Emergency proclamation issued as storms, high winds approach Hawaiian Islands
In response to forecasts of severe weather headed for Hawaiʻi, Governor Josh Green has issued an emergency proclamation.
Secondary Student Conference participants step into shoes of state lawmakers for 3 days
More than 165 Hawai‘i public school students took part in the long-running civic leadership program, debating legislation, drafting testimony and meeting directly with state lawmakers about issues that affect their daily lives.
Big Island News
Super Guide for where to watch today’s Big Game
Looking for a place to grab a seat, some food and maybe a drink or two during Super Bowl LX this afternoon? We've got you covered with this extensive list of venues simply showing the game and others hosting watch parties.
Reed Mahuna’s journey to become Hawaiʻi Island police chief like his dad, but without special help
"It was clear to me that he wasn't resting on the laurels of being the son of a high-ranking officer," said retired Capt. Randy Medeiros, who had supervised Reed Mahuna.
Maui News
Hāna Highway restricted to local traffic only due to safety amid severe weather event
Officials today, Feb. 8, 2026, restricted Hāna Highway to local traffic only due to reports of fallen trees and landslides, among other safety issues, during the severe weather event that started Saturday. This means only residents and visitors living or staying in East Maui should be driving on Hāna Highway through the front (Haʻikū) or the back (Kaupō) sides.
Hawaiian Electric working on power restoration across Oʻahu, Hawaiʻi Island
Nearly 7,900 customers are without power in areas of Oʻahu, including Nānākuli, ʻAiea, Waiau, Kalihi, Honolulu and Mānoa. On Hawaiʻi Island, about 1,400 customers are without power in areas including Hilo and along the Hāmākua coast. On Maui, crews are addressing pocket outages, primarily in Upcountry Maui. About 450 customers have been restored to power on the Valley Isle.
In wake of civil service challenges, Hirono, colleagues launch Federal Workforce Caucus
The members are launching this caucus to bolster efforts to protect federal workers and strengthen merit-based federal civil service so these dedicated public servants can continue to deliver for the American people without political interference.
