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Chan, Zuckerberg donate $626,000 to Kaua‘i nonprofit for affordable housing in Kīlauea
Permanently Affordable Living Hawai’i is putting the donation toward its 11-unit Kauhale O Namahana project.
Makai lane of Kūhiō Highway reopen near Waikoko hairpin turn
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation reports that emergency shoring and temporary paving were completed Nov. 22.
Kaua‘i kōnane expert revitalizing ancient Hawaiian board game watched by Capt. Cook
Anahola resident John Ka‘ohelauli‘i is an author, researcher and educator dedicated to the ancient Hawaiian game of kōnane.
Service status of Kauaʻi refuse transfer stations
The County of Kauaʻi Public Information Office released the following update on the current status of Kauaʻi’s refuse transfer stations and the Kekaha Landfill as of 5:25 p.m. Friday, Nov. 22: Hanalei Refuse Transfer Station (NEW UPDATE)5-3751 Kuhio Hwy, PrincevilleOpen 7:15 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Green waste is open from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.Current […]
‘Every light, every voice and every action make a difference’
Zonta Club of Kaua‘i to say NO to violence against women and children during 16 days of activism; Garden Isle community encouraged to get involved, participate.
‘True superheroes’: Crews from Kaua‘i County Public Works, Gay & Robinson honored for wildfire response
Kaua‘i Fire Chief Michael Gibson said Tuesday that their courage, collaboration and “unwavering commitment were instrumental in combating the devastating Hanapēpē and Kaumakani fires”; also recognized them for work responding during following days to Kōke‘e fires.
State investigation continues into uncovered human burials at Wainiha property
Controversy about the Wainiha wastewater project began last month, when Native Hawaiian community members protested at the property due to concerns of potential desecration of iwi kupuna (ancestral remains).
Retired from the service, but still serving
Kaua‘i County Mayor Derek Kawakami honors U.S. Air Force veteran of nearly 34 years Mary Kay Hertog for her outstanding dedication for the past 12 years to Kaua‘i veterans and the entire Kaua‘i community.
Salvation Army setting table for holidays, sharing Thanksgiving lunch with nearly 1,000 people on Kaua‘i
The organization’s locations in Hanapēpē and Līhu‘e are hosting events Nov. 27. You can also “Share a Holiday Feast” with local families through Foodland by making a donation in-store at checkout, via online grocery delivery or at curbside pickup services.
Fledgling public charter school gets more than $1.5M boost from Chan Zuckerberg Kauaʻi Community Fund
Namahana School received $750,00 cash and a set of state-of-the-art mobile facilities valued at $800,000. The gift from Priscilla Chan and her husband Mark Zuckerberg, co-founder and chief executive officer of Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, Threads and WhatsApp, pushes the school’s pre-opening fundraising total to $6 million.
Kaua‘i Fresh Fish wins Catch A Wave event supporting local entrepreneurs
A panel of five judges awarded Lace It Up Kaua‘i and Kalalea Juice Hale second and third place, respectively.
Blessing at Kaua‘i heiau begins Makahiki, season marking start of Hawaiian lunar year
The four-month season of Makahiki is observed throughout the Hawaiian Islands and is dedicated to the god Lono.
Kauaʻi Police Department celebrates appointment of Deputy Chief Mark Ozaki
The department announced the official appointment of Ozaki last week.
Update: Salt Pond Beach reopens following water main break
A water main break was reported Sunday morning.
Kaua‘i community invited to place lei at annual Veterans Day ceremony in Hanapēpē
The ceremony at the Kaua‘i Veterans Cemetery will take place Monday at 11 a.m.
Locals burn rubber at Kauaʻi Raceway Park, the United Statesʻ westernmost drag strip
The final event of the 2024 season takes place Nov. 16, with Islanders of all ages, racing cars of all kinds, to compete for the title “King of the Track.”
Service status of Kauaʻi refuse transfer stations
The County of Kauaʻi Public Information Office released an update on the current service status of Kaua‘i’s refuse transfer stations and the Kekaha Landfill.
Chan Zuckerberg Kauaʻi Community Fund awards $1M to 26 Garden Isle nonprofits
The grants support education and youth, health and well-being, workforce development, affordable housing and ‘āina and culture programs around the island.
Partnering together to prevent suicide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health is joining forces with the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa as well as other partners in an effort to reach populations disproportionately affected by suicide and suicide attempts throughout the islands including men, rural communities, minorities and essential workers.
