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UH law school brings recruitment events to neighbor islands
Aspiring Kauaʻi law students can explore their future at the University of Hawaiʻi’s William S. Richardson School of Law’s upcoming informational session next Monday.
Subaru Hawaiʻi’s annual Share the Love event underway
The dealership will be donating $350 from every new Subaru sold to two local organizations: Hawaiʻi Humane Societies and Make-a-Wish Hawaiʻi.
Coast Guard cutter arrives at new homeport in Honolulu after restorative maintenance
The crew of Coast Guard Cutter Hollyhock (WLB 214) arrived at their new homeport in Honolulu Oct. 14 after 806 days of restorative maintenance.
Italy’s Riccardo Gaspari brings sustainability to 1 Hanaleiʻs Chefs by Nature series
World-renowned Chef Riccardo Gaspari of Italy will blend Alpine tradition with Kauaʻi’s local resources in a two-day culinary experience focused on sustainable dining.
PHOTOS: Grand Hyatt Kauaʻi ends October with costumed canines and prettied-up pumpkins
The Poʻipū resort has photo evidence to prove that Halloween was a blast this year on the Garden Isle’s South Shore.
Clinics, enrollment remain open for Women, Infants and Children program during gov’t shutdown
Clinics throughout the state are fully operational, continuing services and accepting new applications.
Strengthening Kaua‘i’s agriculture: County seeks proposals for 2026 farm expansion grants
Funds through the Agriculture Farm Expansion Grant Program support projects that promote growth, diversification and long-term sustainability of the Garden Island’s agricultural sector.
‘Wings and Woodlands’ exhibit takes flight for its 3rd year in November
The ‘Tribute to Native Birds and Forests’ experience showcases paintings and photographs by artists from Hawai‘i and beyond alongside student artwork inspired by the beauty and fragility of Kaua‘i’s natural heritage.
Child & Family Service celebrates grand opening of first Infant and Toddler Center
Child & Family Service Director of Kauai Programs Novelyn Hinazumi explained this is the first Head Start Infant and Toddler Center on the Garden Island and a critical program to building a strong foundation for lifelong learning, health and success for the island’s keiki.
Rotary members in Hawai‘i mark progress toward polio-free world
Polio anywhere is a threat everywhere; Without complete eradication, the paralyzing virus remains just a plane ride away from the Aloha State.
Grand Hyatt partners with Kaua‘i Humane Society to host Canine Costume Contest
Participants can compete in multiple categories such as “Cutest Costume,” “Scariest Costume” and “Best Pet and Owner Themed Costume.” The event also serves as a pet food drive and adoption opportunity.
North Shore Give caravan delivers gratitude to Kauaʻi’s first responders
On National First Responders Day, North Shore Give led a heartfelt caravan of gratitude across Kauaʻi, delivering homemade cookies and custom T-shirts to personnel at fire, police and ambulance stations.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs sets aside $6.1 million for emergency relief amid federal government shutdown
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs Board of Trustees met during an emergency session on Monday and directed the administration to work out details of the benefits program, including determining eligibility requirements and potential partnerships.
Alaska Airlines introduces nonstop routes with increased commitment to San Diego, Portland and Hawaiʻi
Alaska Airlines is introducing 13 new nonstop routes beginning next spring, including a range of flights from key hubs in San Diego and Portland. The airline has also added two new destinations to its route map, deepened its commitment to Hawai‘i with additional flights and solidified its role as Santa Rosa-Sonoma’s No. 1 carrier in the heart of California Wine Country.
Splish, splash, they had a blast: County hosts water education festival for Kauaʻi fifth-graders
Project WET empowers educators to engage youth and help them understand water so they can solve local and global challenges.
Youth invited to engage in climate education, discussions and activities
Climate forum and summit at Capitol in Honolulu hope to inspire youth to take action and get involved to help make sure Hawaiʻi can be healthy, safe and affordable in the future.
Update: Red flag warning extended through today for portions of Kaua‘i, all of Ni‘ihau
National Weather Service forecast calls for east winds to continue at a sustained 15 to 25 mph, with gusts of up to 40 mph, and relative humidity levels will hover as low as 43%.
500-plus hands, hearts help restore part of rock wall at 600-year-old Alakoko Fishpond
“To every volunteer, partner and supporter who showed up with aloha and intention, mahalo nui loa. Each stone placed, each meal shared, and each song sung strengthens not just the wall, but the community that surrounds it.” — from a mahalo letter by Mālama Hulē‘ia Executive Director Sara Bowen
Kaua‘i detective named a Hawai‘i TOP COP
Hsu is a veteran investigator with Kaua‘i Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division. He is known for his methodical case work, relentless pursuit of justice and leadership qualities.
Aotearoa-bound: Hōkūleʻa, Hikianalia depart Rarotonga on open ocean crossing
The traditional double-hulled voyaging canoes departed the Cook Islands the afternoon of Oct. 21 on the next leg of their Moananuiākea Voyage; they will be on the water for the next 2 weeks before making landfall in New Zealand for just the third time in 40 years.
