AGP Executive Report

Maui Recovery: Maui County launched a Housing Navigator program for wildfire survivors, taking over case management from the state and aiming to match households with navigators by Oct. 23 so families don’t have to restart recovery planning. Public Health: PepsiCo recalled about 122,000 cases of 28-ounce Gatorade (Lemon Lime, Lemon Lime Zero, Orange, Orange Zero) in 37 states, including Hawaii, due to undeclared Yellow No. 5 and/or Yellow No. 6; the FDA classed it as Class II. Weather: Breezy trade winds bring mostly dry conditions today, with light showers possible; rain chances rise Wednesday through Friday as a low-pressure system develops north of the islands. Local Safety/Infrastructure: Hawaiʻi Island posted lane-closure schedules for early October roadwork, including striping and utility pole/conductor work on Route 11. Sports & Community: Honolulu-area college football coverage highlights Hawaii’s upcoming matchup vs. Arizona State, while local briefs also note Pride Month activities and community events.

LPGA Spotlight: Jeeno Thitikul held off a late wobble to win the Lotte Championship at Hoakalei on Oʻahu for her fourth LPGA Tour title of the season, finishing 3 strokes ahead of Ina Yoon after a birdie-birdie finish. Pride in Waikīkī: Honolulu Pride Month kicked off with a sunrise chant at the Kapaemahu Healer Stones, followed by community events at Queen’s Beach and a Pride Parade set for Oct. 17. Housing & Recovery: The Nareit Foundation awarded $100,000 grants to help rebuild Lahaina homes, and to renovate Hale Koko in Makiki for transitional housing for former foster youth and young adults. Weather Watch: Breezy trades Monday give way to more showers late Wednesday into Thursday, with a First Alert for potentially heavy rain. Local Fire & Safety: Honolulu firefighters extinguished a 40-foot shipping container fire in Maili; no injuries reported, investigation ongoing. Public Service/Community: Aloha Aviators’ Mele KEIKImaka campaign aims to fly gifts and meals to about 3,000 children statewide in December, including keiki with a parent in prison.

Pearl Harbor DNA ID Effort: The U.S. Navy is hiring genealogists, including a Tooele researcher, to use DNA technology to identify sailors and soldiers killed on the USS Arizona nearly 85 years ago. Big Island Infrastructure: Two Kaʻū condo communities are effectively stranded after Hurricane Lala damaged the Punaluʻu utility that provides water and sewer, leaving residents without drinking water and wastewater service for weeks. Hawaiʻi Weather & Safety: The Holei Sea Arch in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park collapsed after centuries, prompting warnings to keep visitors away from unstable cliffs. Puna Alternate Route Study: Hawaiʻi County launched a public online survey to shape an alternate route plan for Puna, focusing on traffic, emergency access, and resilience. Local Sports: San Jose State held off Hawaii 20-16 in Honolulu, with Luke Weaver returning to face his former team and the Spartans securing the Dick Tomey Legacy Trophy. Health Alert: A major Gatorade recall is affecting products sold in Hawaii after FDA flagged undeclared food colorings.

Hurricane Update: Hurricane Nolo has strengthened to a Category 3 with 115 mph winds, moving west about 210 miles south-southwest of Maro Reef; a tropical storm warning is in effect for the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument. Public Health & Safety: The state Department of Health ordered ABC Junkyard in Pearl City to stop operations and clean up after a two-day fire raised concerns about hazardous substances. Local Weather: Small surf continues statewide with breezier conditions Sunday and more trade-wind showers in windward areas; box jellyfish warnings begin for south and some west Oahu beaches. Road Tragedy: A single-car rollover on North Kulani Road in Mountain View killed a driver; police cited possible speed, no seatbelt, and alcohol/drugs. Community: Imua Family Services launched “100 Voices,” Maui’s first community-based youth choir for ages 11–18, with applications open until Feb. 28. Sports: Jeeno Thitikul took a three-stroke lead into the final round of the Lotte Championship in Honolulu; Hawaii volleyball stayed perfect in conference play with another sweep of Grand Canyon.

Holei Sea Arch Collapse: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park says the 90-foot Holei Sea Arch on the Big Island collapsed into the Pacific between Sept. 23 and Sept. 27, likely during Tropical Storm Nolo, and warned visitors to stay away due to unstable cliffs and falling hazards. Local Public Safety: Honolulu Police ended a license-plate camera data-sharing deal with the IRS after Chief David Lazar took over, after federal agents reviewed more than 2,000 files. Scam Watch: Pearl City ranked among Hawaii’s top cities for scam reports in August, with BBB Scam Tracker citing a $60 online purchase scam loss. Sports—Local & National: San Jose State visits Hawaii for a Mountain West opener Saturday night, while Warriors camp coverage highlights Yaxel Lendeborg’s NBA start and Clippers guard Bradley Beal’s return from hip surgery. Health & Community: DOH ordered ABC Towing to halt operations and clean up hazardous materials after a facility issue. Travel & Events: Ironman World Championship details for Kona’s Oct. 10 race day highlight the swim-bike-run route from Kailua Bay to Ali’i Drive.

DOH Enforcement: The state Department of Health ordered ABC Towing & Parts to halt operations and clean up hazardous materials after a Sept. 30 fire at its facility, citing an imminent public health and environmental risk. Waipahu Fire: Firefighters extinguished an early-morning blaze at Leeward Drive-Inn in Waipahu; no injuries were reported, and investigators are still working to determine the cause. Travel Update: Hawaiian Airlines is changing some neighbor island and international flight logistics starting Saturday, including earlier baggage drop-off (50 minutes) and moving international check-in to Terminal 2. Public Safety: A bicyclist died after being struck on Sand Island Access Road; police say speed, drugs or alcohol are not suspected at this stage. Food Safety: Legend Seafood Restaurant in Honolulu Chinatown reopened after fixing multiple DOH violations, including a roach infestation. Molokaʻi Assistance: SNAP households on Molokaʻi can apply for replacement benefits ahead of planned outages from Oct. 3–8. Hōlei Sea Arch: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park says the iconic Hōlei Sea Arch has collapsed into the ocean, with the exact collapse timing still unknown. Sports: Jeeno Thitikul and Polly Mack share the lead at the LOTTE Championship after Friday’s second round.

Tourism & Housing: Curio Collection by Hilton has debuted in Hawaii with Hale Hōkūala Kauaʻi, a 210-room resort in the Hōkūala community with ocean views and a cultural programming partnership with the Kauaʻi Museum. Local Government: Maui County Council advanced an agreement to develop three groundwater wells in Waiʻōhuli for Hawaiian Home Lands beneficiaries, with the project expected to take about six years. Courts & Development: A Kauaʻi judge ordered the Kōloa planning process to restart after reversing a decision that blocked community groups from intervening in a proposed 148-unit housing project. Public Safety & Infrastructure: Highway 11 in Kaʻū will be temporarily closed Friday morning for a follow-up police investigation of a fatal crash. Environment & Landmarks: Hawaii Volcanoes National Park confirmed the Hōlei Sea Arch collapsed into the Pacific after more than 500 years, and warned people to stay away from unstable cliffs. Defense & Foreign Affairs: Taiwan received its first two U.S.-made F-16V Block 70 jets, arriving via Hawaii and Guam as tensions with China continue.

Kīlauea Update: Nearly 100 earthquakes shook the summit area, with the largest at magnitude 3.4, prompting Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park to temporarily close the Keanakākoʻi area for safety. Volcano Coast Safety: The 90-foot Holei Sea Arch collapsed into the ocean, possibly during Hurricane Nolo, and the park is urging visitors to stay well back from unstable cliff edges. Storm Recovery & Tourism: North Shore Huakaʻi bus service was extended through year-end to bring visitors to Waialua and Haleʻiwa businesses still recovering from recent storms. Kauaʻi Small Business Aid: Kauaʻi businesses are still waiting on a delayed $2 million Hurricane Lowell recovery grant program, with owners saying the hold-up is costing jobs and revenue. Local Crime: A 24-year-old woman charged in a Kailua Target-area shooting made her first court appearance; a judge denied bail reduction. Public Safety: Lifeguards revived an unresponsive man at Hanauma Bay with CPR, and Honolulu police arrested a burglary suspect in Kailua after temporary school lockdowns. Health Research: UH Cancer Center launched a $3 million, five-year study on why early-stage breast cancer becomes invasive. LPGA in Oʻahu: A Lim Kim grabbed the first-round lead at the Lotte Championship with a 7-under 65 in rainy, windy conditions.

Hurricane Nolo Weather Update: A wetter pattern continues as Tropical Storm Nolo moves farther west, bringing frequent showers—especially to Kauaʻi and Oʻahu—with localized heavy rain and a flood risk if downpours stall; drier trade winds should ease conditions by the weekend and keep surf elevated along Niʻihau and Kauaʻi. Volcanoes National Park: Hawaii Island’s Holei Sea Arch collapsed Sunday after differential erosion, ending the 90-foot landmark at Chain of Craters Road. State SNAP Changes: SNAP benefit maximums rise Oct. 1 (with Hawaii’s family-of-four maximum decreasing), while states begin covering more SNAP administrative costs—raising pressure on eligibility and program operations. Local Public Safety Reminder: The statewide outdoor warning siren system monthly test is set for Oct. 1 at 11:45 a.m., coordinated with the Emergency Alert System live audio segment. Solid Waste Closures: Hawaii County landfill and recycling/transfer operations will close Oct. 10 for the IRONMAN World Championship, resuming Oct. 11–12. Hawaiʻi Tourism/Community: Hawaii Tourism Authority reappoints its Europe team through 2029, and Honolulu marks Pride Month in October with flag hoisting and a parade.

Kalaupapa Water Restored, Power Still a Problem: Hawaiʻi DOH says Kalaupapa’s drinking water system repairs are complete and water has been tested, but a power line was damaged by Hurricane Nolo’s winds, delaying the return of patients and staff; residents also report theft while they’re away. State Digital Win: Hawaiʻi earned its first-ever “A” grade in the Center for Digital Government’s Digital States Survey, the highest rating since 2010. Honolulu Pride Plans: The Pride flag will fly outside Fasi Municipal Building throughout October, with rainbow lighting at Honolulu Hale and Blaisdell during Pride weekend (Oct. 16–18). Whistleblower Case in Tourism: A jury awarded former HTA executive Isaac Choy $500,000 for retaliation after he raised contracting irregularities, and he hopes the ruling encourages other whistleblowers. Kailua Shooting Charges: A 24-year-old woman faces second-degree murder and firearm charges in the fatal Kailua Target-area shooting. Local Sports & Community: Clippers players practice in Honolulu this week ahead of a preseason opener; Warriors coaches ran a free youth basketball clinic at Palama Settlement. Business After Storms: Hawaiian Telcom says it’s accelerating fiber upgrades after recent storms to restore service faster.

SNAP Update: Starting Oct. 1, Hawaii’s SNAP benefit amounts rise, with the state listed at $1,655 for eligible households, reflecting the federal cost-of-living adjustment. Weather & Flooding: Kauai remains under a flash flood warning as Tropical Storm Nolo moves west; Hanalei Bridge is closed due to river flooding, and the island also faces a flood advisory. Water Conservation: Hawaiʻi Department of Water Supply replaced an Essential Water Use notice for Wai‘ōhinu-Nā‘ālehu customers with a Water Restriction Notice, asking for at least a 25% cut while repairs continue after Hurricane Lala. Airline Tech Buzz: Skytrax ranked airlines for in-flight Wi‑Fi, with Hawaiian Airlines placing in the top tier; meanwhile, Elon Musk and Delta’s CEO traded barbs over Starlink service. Local Business & Culture: Ono Hawaiian BBQ is opening its second Texas location in McKinney on Oct. 2, continuing its North Texas expansion. Big Island Grants: Hawaiʻi County awarded $450,000 in FY26-27 R&D Impact Grants across 23 projects, including agriculture, business, film, and regenerative tourism.

Hurricane Nolo Aftermath: Hawaiʻi County shelters have closed, but the Department of Water Supply is still under strain in Naʻālehu, Waiʻōhinu, Discovery Harbour and South Point, shifting from “essential use only” to a broader 25% water reduction order as repairs continue. Local Public Health: Crews and health officials are finally clearing spoiled food from the closed Happy Days Chinese Seafood Restaurant in Kaimukī after a partial roof collapse, with limited access to the kitchen and pest-control monitoring expected to wrap by Oct. 2. Gun Violence & Minors: Police say three teens face firearm charges after gunfire in Waikiki, adding to recent cases involving minors and reigniting debate over how young people get guns despite Hawaii’s storage and parental-responsibility laws. Kailua Shooting Vigil: Loved ones remembered Thomas Malone, 30, killed after a fight spilled over from the Kailua Fall Festival; police say a 24-year-old suspect turned herself in. Sports & Community: The NBA returns to Oʻahu with Clippers and Warriors training camps, while Steph Curry adjusts his offseason routine to protect his knee. LPGA in Ewa Beach: The Lotte Championship tees off Oct. 1 local at Hoakalei Country Club with a $3 million purse and Hwang Yu-min defending.

Hurricane Nolo Update: Trade winds ease but Kauaʻi and Niʻihau face heavier showers and elevated surf risks as Nolo weakens and tracks about 300 miles west of Kauaʻi; localized flooding is possible, with conditions expected to improve later this week. Big Island Water: Hawaiʻi County Water Supply issued a 25% water reduction order for Kalapana and “essential use only” limits for several nearby areas due to flooding impacts and possible water system damage. Tourism Recovery: Kauaʻi’s North Shore gets another boost as 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay reopened after Hurricane Lowell left it without power for more than two weeks. Air Travel Upgrade: Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines unveiled new premium suites and premium economy “Premium Reserve” cabins, with rollout beginning in 2028 and sales expected in summer 2027. Local Housing Snapshot: Zillow reports Kapolei’s typical home value rose 0.7% to $841,057 in August 2026. Community & Health: Exclusive Hawaii Rehab highlighted the need for dual-diagnosis care, while a separate report notes PFAS detected at Fort Shafter’s water system. Entertainment: ‘Saved by the Bell’ star Dennis Haskins (Mr. Belding) died at 75.

Kailua Fall Festival shooting: Honolulu’s medical examiner identified the victim as 30-year-old Thomas C. Malone of Kaneohe, killed in a shooting that erupted after an argument spilled from the festival into a nearby Target parking lot; HPD is asking for photos and video from the event area. Kaimuki neighborhood health concern: Neighbors say the abandoned Happy Days Chinese Seafood Restaurant is still emitting a strong stench after a roof collapse, prompting calls for action to address public health risks. Power and storm recovery: Hawaiian Electric ended its PSPS watch as conditions improved, restoring power to nearly all West Maui customers; Maui County also closed the Lahaina Civic Center emergency shelter at 4 p.m. Local public safety: A 15-year-old was charged in an attempted murder case in Halawa, while police continue seeking help in a separate Kailua fatal shooting investigation. Warriors update: Stephen Curry re-signed with Golden State on a two-year, $116 million extension, and Kristaps Porzingis is out indefinitely with a health issue ahead of training camp. Community news: Ward Village broke ground on two new residential towers, ‘Ilima and Melia, adding 369 homes and retail space.

Hurricane Nolo & Hawaii impacts: Hurricane Nolo remains a powerful Category 4 far southwest of the islands, with dangerous surf and a hurricane warning for the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument; forecasters say the core should stay well offshore, but moisture could bring more showers to Kauai, Niihau and possibly Oahu later this week. Maui power & storm recovery: After Nolo, thousands of customers remain without power on Maui as crews work to restore service, and Lahaina schools stay closed while the county warns about prolonged outages. Hurricane Polo & Mexico: Hurricane Polo barrels toward Mexico’s Baja California with life-threatening flood risk, as Baja communities brace and evacuations and preparations ramp up. Atlantic weather watch: Tropical Storm Hanna formed in the Atlantic but is not expected to threaten land, while other disturbances continue to be monitored. Local environment & courts: A Washington man accused of throwing a rock at an endangered Hawaiian monk seal has had travel restrictions eased ahead of trial. Warriors camp update: Golden State center Kristaps Porzingis is out indefinitely with a health issue and won’t travel to Hawaii for the start of training camp. SpaceX: Starship reached orbit for the first time, deployed new Starlink satellites, then flight controllers cut the test short with a splashdown north of Hawaii.

Hurricane Nolo Update: Nolo has strengthened into a Category 4 hurricane but is moving well southwest of the main Hawaiian Islands, with a high-wind warning, wind advisory and high-surf advisory still in effect for parts of the Big Island through Sunday evening; forecasters warn outer rain bands could still bring life-threatening flooding and mudslides. Local School Impacts: Hawaii’s Department of Education says four Lahaina schools will stay closed Monday due to ongoing power outages, the nearby Olowalu brush fire and water-service uncertainty, while most Hawaii Island and Maui schools reopen as roads and campuses are assessed. Maui Power/PSPS Response: The County of Maui and Hawaiian Electric say West Maui outages are expected to continue overnight, with a PSPS activated in Pukalani affecting about 485 customers; a temporary service site opens at the Hannibal Tavares Community Center (4:30–10 p.m.) with charging and Starlink, and residents are urged to prepare for prolonged outages. Volcanoes National Park Reopens: Most areas of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park have reopened after Nolo, with a short list of remaining closures around Kīlauea summit and Kahuku Unit trails pending staff assessments. Health & Community: HMSA named Trini Kaopuiki Clark vice president of strategic communications and marketing, effective Nov. 2. Elsewhere in the Pacific: Analog astronauts met President Marcos in the Philippines, highlighting continued support for space science and technology.