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Grand Hyatt Kauaʻi honors ancestors, builds bridges between generations, plus raises $27K for scholarship program

Resort on Kauaʻi’s South Shore near Poʻipū hosted its annual bon dance earlier this month; funds raised support educational journeys of its employees and their ʻohana.

Kauaʻi County will soon begin accepting grant-in-aid proposals for this fiscal year

The grants-in-aid program is aimed at supporting distinctive cultural, social, or economic needs.

Three new postmasters chosen to serve Kaua’i post offices

As the United States Postal Service celebrates its 250th anniversary, it honors the vital contributions of postmasters in their communities by releasing stamps that depict a day in the life of a postal carrier.

Educators, caregivers, professionals statewide invited to 2025 Hawaiʻi Island Early Childhood Conference

Registration now open for the event — slated for Sept. 12-13 in Kailua-Kona on the Big Island — that will have a focus on practical tools and thoughtful reflections to support the kindergarten entry assessment domains.

Proposals for FY 2025-26 Kaua‘i County Innovation Grants now being accepted

Live webinar scheduled at 4 p.m. Aug. 14 to help those interested in applying for the grants made through the Office of Economic Development aimed at supporting forward-thinking community projects, with several focus areas including small business, technology, tourism destination management, workforce development and others.

East Kauaʻi community to discuss the future of transportation tonight

The fourth workshop for the East Kauaʻi Community and Circulation Plan will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in Kapaʻa today.

Repaving project on Wawae Road will limit access to homes next week

Prepare for significant travel disruptions on Wawae Road as a repaving project completely closes a portion of the road between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. from Aug. 18 to 22.

American Job Centers offer Hawai‘i residents free training for in-demand jobs

American Job Centers in Hawai‘i are offering free resources to help residents gain the training and connections they need to land in-demand jobs.

Kaua‘i County Mayor Kawakami completes successful Sister City, cultural exchange visit to Japan

The Kaua‘i delegation from July 20-28 visited the cities of Mimasaka, Moriyama and Suō-Ōshima — as well as Kyoto and several surrounding municipalities — where they engaged in ceremonial events, historical tours, cultural demonstrations and personal exchanges that highlighted the deep bonds between Kaua‘i and Japan.

Wilcox Health Foundation to benefit from Kukuiʻula’s 2025 Summer Parade of Homes

Community invited to tour curated collection of custom-designed homes at 1,010-acre residential and resort community in Poʻipū to support island health care — and earn entries to win exclusive prizes.

Construction to begin on new Kauaʻi Police Activities League sports complex

With over 1,100 participants in Kauaʻi Police Activities League last year, the new facility will be a hub for enhanced and expanded youth programs.

Community input sought to improve draft of climate action plan for Hawaiʻi

The Climate Action Pathways first draft was developed based on community feedback gathered at more than 80 public events throughout Hawaiʻi.

2025 Letter to My Parents contest in Hawaiʻi now open for submissions

Essays or letters should be no more than 1,000 words and include a constructive proposal for how to maintain or improve their relationships with their parents. Submissions will be judged on bravery, reflection and their proposals.

Kauaʻi collects 3,000 pounds of food during Saturday drive, but falls short of last year’s donations

Across Kauaʻi, volunteers gathered to collect non-perishable donations to help keep stocked for the remainder of summer and ahead of the holiday season during this year’s Food Drive Day for the Hawaiʻi Foodbank .

American Savings Bank opens applications for 2025 KeikiCo Business Plan Competition

American Savings Bank (ASB) is now accepting applications for its 2025 KeikiCo Business Plan Competition, a statewide challenge that invites Hawaiʻi public and charter school students in grades 3 through 12 to dream big, solve real-world problems and compete for up to $25,000 for their school – plus bonus cash for individual winners.

Kauaʻi’s first public school on North Shore for grades 7 and 8 opens at temporary campus

The new Namahana Public Charter School eventually will also be for high school students and have a permanent campus, which is under construction in Kīlauea Town

Kaua‘i County now accepting proposals for this fiscal year’s Innovation Grants

Innovation Grants aim to support forward-thinking community projects that address a clear need or problem within Kaua‘i.

Kaua‘i Police Department honors 3 officers for exceptional service

Det. Eric Caspillo solved a complex sexual assault case and Lt. Aaron Lester and Sgt. Colin Nesbitt worked on station renovations on their personal time to be named Employees of the Month for the Kauaʻi Police Department.

Kapa‘a and Waimea swimming pools closed

Closure signs ae posted; pools anticipated to reopen Tuesday for their regular schedules.

Statewide tsunami siren drill conducted following recent warning

The Hā’ena Beach Park Siren Tower, one of 55 siren towers on the Garden Isle, is scheduled for testing on Friday after Tuesday’s tsunami warning.
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