With Hawaiʻi's recent primary election turnout dropping to just 33.1%, the League of Women Voters of Hawaiʻi County explores the historical roots of voter apathy and urges residents to reclaim their voice this National Voter Registration Day on Sept. 15.

In the wake of Hurricane Lala, the Kaʻū community has demonstrated incredible resilience and aloha. This delayed issue features dedicated storm recovery coverage, a call to support rebuilding local advertisers, and exciting updates on our new federal nonprofit status and website launch.

Results from the Aug. 8 Primary Election set up a District 6 council showdown between Guy Enriques and Zed Aki, while Jeanné Kapela and Jill Tokuda secure victories alongside two state constitutional ballot measures.

Stargazing guide for Sept/Oct 2026 featuring planetary alignments, the Hawaiian starline of Kalupeokawelo, and groundbreaking solar discoveries from Maui's Haleakalā telescope.

After negotiations fail and the county's lease ends on August 29, the Kaʻū Community Development Plan Action Committee forms a working group to engage landowners regarding the future of Punaluʻu Beach.

State Rep. Jeanné Kapela announces an estimated $123 million in Highway 11 and island-wide repaving projects over the next five years, addressing key stretches in Kaʻū.

After 20 years leading Kaʻū High and Pāhala Elementary, principal Sharon Beck has retired, welcoming incoming principal Tiffany Pratt to the helm.

Check out the 2026 Fall Sports Schedule for Kaʻū High and Intermediate School athletics, featuring volleyball, football, riflery, cross-country, and bowling.