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What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Oct. 24 about Hurricane Lowell recovery
Here is up-to-date information about recovery efforts and resources from Hurricane Lowell.
University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center receives $2.5M from Hemsley Charitable Trust to expand care statewide
Funding from the Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust advances the Ka ʻUmeke Lama initiative and establishes Hawaiʻi’s first in-state oncology fellowship.
Legislative town hall brought Kauaʻi leaders, residents together to discuss, update key issues
Kauaʻi’s recent legislative town hall gathered key state officials to address urgent issues, including affordable housing, infrastructure improvements, and Hurricane Lowell recovery.
Hawai‘i Wildlife Center urges protection of an endangered native species during Bat Week
Despite being rarely seen, the Hawaiian horary bat plays an important role in the islands’ ecosystems by contributing to the health and balance of the environment.
Po‘ipū Beach Park parking lot to close for maintenance
The maintenance work is related to damage caused by Hurricane Lowell.
Waimea Canyon Lookout reopening Saturday; some other state park access on Kauaʻi remains closed
Visitors are advised that this is not a full reopening of the park, only the first lookout.
Alania Road in Po‘ipū closed until further notice
Kaua‘i County officials have not said the reason for the closure.
Attorneys interested in becoming Fifth Circuit grand jury counsel still have time to apply
Applicants must be licensed to practice law in Hawaiʻi, and they can not be public employees.
Kauaʻi chef takes island flavors to Hyatt’s global culinary competition in Mexico
Chef Melvin Macaraeg of Grand Hyatt Kauaʻi Resort & Spa is set to represent the U.S. West region at the Hyatt Good Taste Series Global Finals in Mexico.
Federal defense agency grants $1.3 million to improve Kekaha-Waimea water system on Kauaʻi
The water system is critical infrastructure for the U.S. Navyʻs Pacific Missile Range Facility that relies on it for its own operations and workforce.
Kauaʻi Humane Society recieves $25,000 grant from Grey Muzzle Organization to support senior dogs
The funding will help dogs like Moco, a 9-year-old hound who is full of life despite his age and health challenges.
Kauaʻi Police Department launching automated license plate readers
Kauaʻi Police Chief Rudy Tai said data collected by this technology “will be restricted to authorized KPD personnel and governed by departmental policies and applicable laws.”
Federal disaster funding available for private nonprofits after Hurricane Lowell
The federal program can be used to reimburse eligible state and local governments and certain nonprofits for the costs associated with emergency protective measures, debris removal and restoring disaster-damaged roads, bridges and public facilities.
In Honolulu, egg prices now more than $10 a dozen
During the past year, the average retail price for local organic eggs increased by more than 17% from $11.26 to $13.19 a dozen.
Upcoming webinars provide Hawaiʻi farmers with information about disaster recovery
The three-part online series offers guidance and practical tools for agricultural producers affected by recent storms.
U.S. Postal Service says voters should mail ballots early to ensure timely delivery
In Hawaiʻi, mail-in ballots must be received — NOT POSTMARKED — by 7 p.m. on Nov. 3. Ballots received after the deadline cannot be counted.
Circuit Court approves agreement with Hilario that imposes 20-year sentence in 16-year-old Kaua‘i murder case
This agreement resolves a case that has included two jury trials where Vincent Hilario was twice convicted of first-degree murder for fatally shooting Aureo Moore above Anahola Beach Park in 2010.
People with disabilities practice flying experience with simulation hosted by Hawaiian Airlines
The experience allowed travelers to rehearse every step of a journey through airports and onto planes to better prepare them for a future flight.
Briefs for Oct. 21: The Shops at Kukui‘ula plan family-friendly fall events, resort to host fundraiser for Kauaʻi Humane Society
Quick stories on fall events for families and a fundraiser for furry friends this month.
Organizations address ongoing housing, rebuilding needs for long term recovery
After distributing $364,000 in relief, Kauaʻi organizations prepare to transition to long-term recovery with emergency assistance applications closing on Oct. 24.
