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Hurricane Lowell expected to pass near one Hawaiian island and cause major rains statewide

Hurricane Lowell expected to pass near one Hawaiian island and cause major rains statewide

Hurricane Lowell was expected to cause major rains across Hawaii on Tuesday as its core was projected to pass over or near the sparsely populated island of Niihau
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Olathe Public Schools Considers Closing Six Schools Amid Declining Enrollment

Olathe Public Schools Considers Closing Six Schools Amid Declining Enrollment

Olathe Public Schools is currently evaluating a recommendation to close six of its schools. The proposal, presented to the school board, includes the closure of five elementary schools and one middle school. This consideration stems from a broader district initiative to address a significant decline in student enrollment. The district has been observing these enrollment trends and is now taking steps to consolidate resources and optimize its educational infrastructure. The specific schools targeted for closure have not been publicly identified in detail, but the district is moving forward with discussions to determine the best course of action to manage its facilities and student population effectively. This move reflects a growing challenge for school districts in areas experiencing demographic shifts or changes in birth rates, leading to fewer students entering the system.
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Downpours, rip currents and tornadoes: What Hurricane Lowell may bring

Downpours, rip currents and tornadoes: What Hurricane Lowell may bring

The powerful storm is not expected to make a direct landfall but is still forecast to bring serious weather to the islands.
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Maui-Born Director Destin Daniel Cretton Launches Hisako Film Lab for Local Youth

Maui-Born Director Destin Daniel Cretton Launches Hisako Film Lab for Local Youth

Maui-Born Director Destin Daniel Cretton Launches Hisako Film Lab for Local Youth
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Hurricane Lowell Approaches Hawaii with Heavy Rain and Strong Winds

Hurricane Lowell Approaches Hawaii with Heavy Rain and Strong Winds

Hurricane Lowell, currently a Category 3 storm with sustained winds of 125 mph, is forecast to pass just west of the Hawaiian Islands on Monday night. The storm is expected to bring heavy rainfall, strong winds, and storm surge, particularly affecting Kauaʻi County. A Tropical Storm Watch has been issued for Kauaʻi and Niʻihau, while a Hurricane Watch is in effect for parts of the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument. Rainfall could reach up to 10 inches in Kauaʻi and Hawaiʻi Island, with Maui expecting up to 8 inches. Coastal flooding and high surf are also anticipated along south and east-facing shores.
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Hawaiian Parks Issue Weather and Safety Alerts

Hawaiian Parks Issue Weather and Safety Alerts

The Division of State Parks in Hawaii has issued several updates and safety notices for visitors to its parks. Visitors are advised to monitor weather reports and ocean conditions before visiting parks, as conditions can change rapidly. Specific closures include the Puu Hina Hina Parking Lot on Kauai due to striping work, and the ‘Iao Valley State Monument on Maui, which will remain closed until July 17, 2026, for safety improvements. Additionally, the Polipoli Spring State Recreation Area, including its cabins and camping areas, is closed until further notice. Visitors to the Nā Pali Coast State Wilderness Park are reminded to secure camping reservations and follow guidelines to prevent the spread of Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death, a fungal disease affecting native trees. [Source time: not specified]
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Mayor Bissen Urges USPS to Maintain Home Mail Delivery and Reconsider Lahaina Post Office Closure Post-Wildfire

Mayor Bissen Urges USPS to Maintain Home Mail Delivery and Reconsider Lahaina Post Office Closure Post-Wildfire

Mayor Richard Bissen of Maui is advocating for the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) to preserve direct home mail delivery for Lahaina residents who are rebuilding after the 2023 Maui wildfires. He emphasizes that returning families should not lose essential services due to rebuilding efforts. The Mayor's primary concern is that residents might be required to use centralized or cluster mailboxes instead of receiving direct delivery, a service they had prior to the fires. He argues that Lahaina is an established community, and its reconstruction should not be treated as new development that would necessitate changes to mail delivery infrastructure. Additionally, Mayor Bissen has expressed opposition to the proposed permanent closure of the Lahaina Downtown Post Office, located at 132 Papalaua Street, which the USPS intends to close due to irreparable damage from the August 2023 wildfire. U.S. Representative Jill N. Tokuda (HI-02) and Maui County Council Member Tamara Paltin have also voiced their opposition to thi...
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Hurricane Lowell nears Hawaii. Latest forecast, storm impacts

Hurricane Lowell nears Hawaii. Latest forecast, storm impacts

Hurricane Lowell is forecast to pass west of Hawaii, bringing heavy rain, dangerous surf, flooding risks and possible tropical storm conditions.
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UFC CEO Dana White Expresses Desire for Hawaii Event Following New Arena Construction

UFC CEO Dana White Expresses Desire for Hawaii Event Following New Arena Construction

UFC CEO Dana White Expresses Desire for Hawaii Event Following New Arena Construction
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U.S. District Court Upholds Hawaii's Age-21 Gun Purchase Law, Citing Historical Precedent

U.S. District Court Upholds Hawaii's Age-21 Gun Purchase Law, Citing Historical Precedent

U.S. District Court Judge Jill Otake has upheld a Hawaii state law requiring individuals to be at least 21 years old to purchase firearms. The ruling came in response to a challenge filed by Juda Roache, who is between 18 and 21 and sought to purchase firearms, along with federally licensed firearms dealers Aloha Strategics (doing business as Danger Close Tactical) and JGB Arms, and the Second Amendment Foundation. Judge Otake's 43-page opinion delved into historical common law and societal norms dating back to the nation's founding. The court found substantial evidence from the Founding era indicating that society restricted the ability of individuals under 21 from acquiring goods, including firearms, due to concerns about their judgment and maturity. The ruling also noted that as society industrialized in the 19th century and firearms became more lethal, states began restricting gun acquisition by those under 21, with such laws largely going unchallenged.
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UFC Plans Inaugural Hawaii Event Following New Aloha Stadium Entertainment District Opening

UFC Plans Inaugural Hawaii Event Following New Aloha Stadium Entertainment District Opening

UFC Plans Inaugural Hawaii Event Following New Aloha Stadium Entertainment District Opening
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Hurricane Lowell Nears Hawaii With Major Impacts Ahead

Hurricane Lowell Nears Hawaii With Major Impacts Ahead

Hurricane Lowell is expected to pass just west of Hawaii from Monday into Tuesday, but its large size could spread dangerous conditions well beyond the storm’s center. Kauaʻi and Niʻihau face the greatest risk of tropical-storm-force winds, heavy rain, flash flooding and mudslides, while rough surf, rip currents and coastal flooding could affect other islands. Rainfall could reach 8–12 inches in parts of the western islands, with locally higher totals possible, while storm surge may reach 1–3 feet in some coastal areas.