Resolution recognizes the lifesaving role of Kauaʻi emergency services dispatchers

June was a tale of opposite island sides for rainfall around Kauaʻi, with most windward rainfall totals near to just below average and leeward locations well below average.

“Every emergency response begins not with the arrival of police officers, firefighters or paramedics, but with the calm voice of an emergency services dispatcher, and today’s resolution recognizes that reality,” said Stacey Perriera, captain of Support Services Section and formerly the dispatch supervisor.

County of Kauaʻi residents can recycle automotive batteries for free at auto parts stores and retailers that sell these batteries.

Remember: Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice; all projects are weather permitting.

The advisory was issued June 30 following a sewage spill of about 1,000 gallons at the facility located near Kūhiō Highway and Ma‘alo Road.

A quick look at news from throughout the state and beyond.

A quick look at news from throughout the state and beyond.

Though most of state’s day-to-day seismic activity occurs within volcanic systems, these widely felt — often offshore — deep earthquakes are not at all directly related to magmatic processes; learn more in today’s “Volcano Watch.”

The Salvation Army Hawaiian and Pacific Islands Division school supply drive helps keiki start the new school year strong; nonprofit also hosting Christmas in July campaign with iconic Red Kettles to collect donations for families in need.

Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports the temblor struck just after 8:15 p.m. July 9 about 34 miles west-southwest of Captain Cook at a depth of 24 miles below sea level; no damage to buildings or infrastructure expected.

Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green earlier this week signed state Senate Bill 2580, now Act 185, which broadens access to the state’s film tax credit, as well as Senate Bill 2907, now Act 186, centralizing marine affairs oversight.

Looking back at my 29-month tenure, what I will remember most is the spiritual vibration and majestic presence of the mauna. The second thing I will miss is the unity of heart and purpose evident throughout the Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority board and staff,” said John De Fries.