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Restored portrait of Poʻomaikelani returns to ʻIolani Palace
A portrait of Virginia Kapoʻoloku Poʻomaikelani, Princess and Governor of Hawaiʻi Island, has returned to public view at ʻIolani Palace after undergoing conservation and restoration treatment.
Salmonella outbreak reported among backyard poultry across 6 states
As of today, there have been no reports of outbreaks in Hawai‘i.
$10M investment Hawaiʻi Community Lending enables zero-down mortgages for Native Hawaiians on Hawaiian Home Lands
Hawai‘i Community Lending’s goal is always to find solutions for Hawaiʻi’s housing crisis by helping families build, buy and save homes from foreclosure.
Three high school students receive $20,000 scholarship from Kaua‘i nonprofit
This is the 16th consecutive year the Grove Farm Foundation has awarded these scholarships. This year’s recipients were selected from nine of the most accomplished seniors on Kaua‘i.
Kauaʻi communities encouraged to share feedback on Climate Adaptation Plan
Residents can share their opinions at open house events from 5 p.m to 7 p.m. May 6, May 13 and May 15.
Kapaʻa High senior makes history with dual graduation
On May 3, Veronica Nagahisa will graduate from the Honolulu-based university with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. Just three weeks later, on May 23, she’ll walk the stage again, this time at Kapaʻa High School to receive her high school diploma, becoming the first student on Kaua‘i to achieve both at the same time.
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.
