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Annual Hā’ena to Hanalei Race to raise money for local canoe club

The annual fundraiser, which takes place on June 7, for the Hanalei Canoe Club draws thousands of participants each year from across the islands and the mainland.

Mellon Foundation to stabilize state humanities councils with $15 millon in emergency funding

Hawaiʻi Council for the Humanities to receive a $250,000 grant amid a $65 million federal budget cut affecting state humanities councils nationwide.

Ironman returning to men, women competing for world titles on same day in Kona, beginning in 2026

Athletes can start qualifying for the Kona race in August. The number of slots for the event has not been determined.

Registration for all seven summer programs for Kauaʻi County keiki set to open next week

Keiki ages 5 to 11 will enjoy arts and crafts, indoor and outdoor games, sports, music, dance, special events, and excursions from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on weekdays from June 16 to July 25.

Monthly test of warning sirens on Kauaʻi set for 11:45 a.m. on Thursday

The May 1 siren test for Hawaiʻi will be coordinated with a test of the Live Audio Broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System.

U.S. Coast Guard search for missing kayaker off West Hawai‘i shoreline

According to the Coast Guard Sector Honolulu command center, watchstanders received a report at 10:09 a.m. from Hawai‘i Fire Department dispatchers regarding an unmanned yellow kayak 400 yards offshore from Keauhou.

Reducing the Hawaiian homestead waitlist: DHHL on track to award 2,600+ leases in 2025

The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL) presented an ambitious awards schedule before the Hawaiian Homes Commission Monday and announced its plan to issue more than 2,600 leases by the end of 2025.

Student art contest takes aim at raising awareness about threat of invasive scarab

“This contest is an exciting opportunity for keiki and teens to learn about the coconut rhinoceros beetle and become champions for our island.” — Kaua‘i County Office of Economic Development Agriculture Specialist Niki Kunioka-Volz.

Kaua‘i hālau wins big at Merrie Monarch Hula Festival on Big Island

The Merrie Monarch Hula Festival concluded Saturday at the Edith Kanaka‘ole Multi-Purpose Stadium in Hilo with ‘auana (modern hula) performances from 20 hālau across the state of Hawai‘i and California.

Don’t miss this epic one-night-only jazz experience at Royal Sonesta Kaua‘i Resort

BPM, dubbed the ‘hottest new super band,’ will electrify audience members with live music by some of the biggest names in contemporary jazz during the 3-man group’s Līhu‘e stop on its Hawaiian Tour. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. today.

Ancient hula celebrated during kahiko night at the Merrie Monarch Hula Festival

The competition culminates tonight, where hālau will perform ‘auana (modern) hula.

Young Brothers barge arriving later than scheduled at Nāwiliwili

Haʻaheo originally slated to arrive at east Kaua‘i port the morning of April 25, but will now arrive by noon.

Nearly 200 high school students participate in ClimbHI’s 13th annual Leadership, Exploration, Inspiration Kaua‘i

Free program — hosted at Sheraton Kaua‘i Resort in Kōloa — showcased opportunities for career development and growth in the hospitality industry and beyond.

Kaua‘i County Housing Agency announces free online fair housing training opportunity

Theme for this year is “Fair Housing in Hawai‘i.” Topics will include such issues such as state law, fair housing 101, cultural practices, case studies and more.

University of Hawai‘i study links spearfishing to wellness, culture, community

A new study from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa highlights how spearfishing—a practice deeply rooted in Hawaiian tradition—promotes not only food security but also physical activity, cultural identity and community well-being.

Kaua‘i community invited to don their denim in statement against sexual violence

This year’s Denim Day will be observed on April 30 and will include a proclamation from Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami, which will be read at 11:30 a.m. at the County of Kaua‘i Rotunda, located at 4444 Rice St. in Līhu‘e.

Mayor’s Youth Track Meet results now available online

The meet was hosted by Kaua‘i Police Activities League on April 18 at Island School in Līhuʻe.

Flipping the script on aging: Community invited to Older Americans Award Ceremony

Kaua‘i County Agency on Elderly Affairs is honoring 10 older Garden Isle residents as part of the festivities at the free event May 15 during Older Americans Month.

New agricultural park aims to innovate, accelerate Kauaʻi farming businesses

Mālama Kauaʻi is inviting community feedback for the development of the Olohena ʻĀina Center in-person on Friday and over Zoom on Monday.

Several educational, environmental events scheduled for Kauaʻi in the coming days

An enriching array of upcoming educational and environmental programs offer insightful learning experiences for all ages.
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