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Statewide

Weather and surf remain the most immediate statewide concerns, with Maui, the Big Island, and Kauaʻi all looking at showers in some areas and changing ocean conditions heading into Monday. Several islands also have elevated surf forecasts, including Maui’s north shores, Big Island east-facing shores, and Kauaʻi’s north-facing shores, which may matter for beachgoers and ocean users. Beyond the weather, the University of Hawaiʻi system appears across multiple reports, from new cancer research funding on Maui to cybersecurity follow-up notices on the Big Island and Kauaʻi, along with campus recognition and student-support technology. Economic and community updates also cut across the islands, including state unemployment holding at 2.3% and a Kauaʻi roundabout conversion that could affect drivers in the south shore area.

Maui

Maui’s immediate focus is on weather, roadwork, and a few community updates. Forecasts for Sunday and Monday point to generally manageable conditions, while north-facing surf is expected to stay the biggest ocean concern. On the ground, Puʻunēnē Avenue traffic and Piʻilani Highway lane closures may slow commuters. Separately, County Immigrant Services offices will close for staff training, while storm damage in ʻĪao Valley shows recovery remains difficult for some residents.

Big Island

The Big Island’s top concerns are wet-weather conditions, surf, and several notable UH-related stories. Monday’s forecast calls for showers in parts of the island, and east-facing surf is expected to build. University of Hawaiʻi coverage is especially prominent, with a cybersecurity update from the Cancer Center, new Mauna Kea astronomy findings, and Mānoa’s national campus recognition all in the mix. There is also a broader economic note in the state unemployment report, which shows the jobless rate edging up to 2.3%.

Kauaʻi

Kauaʻi is headed into Monday with sun, scattered showers, and steady northeast winds, while north shores are looking at the largest surf. Infrastructure and family programs stand out locally, including the new roundabout at Poʻipū Road, Ala Kinoiki and Peʻe Road and registration opening May 1 for keiki and junior lifeguard programs. Community development is also visible in the blessing of the new Lima Ola Community Garden in ʻEleʻele, while the Cancer Center cybersecurity update and Hirono’s push for forest research funding add broader statewide context.

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