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Governor Green approves broadband equity access and development state match plan

“In an increasingly interconnected world, access to broadband is not just a convenience—it’s a necessity,” said Governor Green.

Ho‘omalu Ke Kai upcycling washed-up plastic, building beach cleanup stations, more

Using specialty machines, ocean conservation nonprofit Ho‘omalu Ke Kai is building beach cleanup stations using upcycled marine debris.

Kaua‘i weekly lane closures: April 26 to May 3

Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice.

Kapa‘a High principal recognized with $25K leadership award

The principal was praised for expanding access to college-level courses, career academy pathways and Career and Technical Education programs.

County officials continuing damage assessments following storm, advises residents to stay informed

Due to a significant decrease in daily reports being submitted, officials believe that the scope of impact has been captured. Therefore, KEMA will be closing the portal on Monday, April 29.

BLNR to decide on Coco Palms land parcels issue

The Friday meeting surrounds two state parcels, measuring 0.12 and 0.855 acres, which are connected to the Coco Palms Resort.

Volcano Watch — Introducing HVO’s new online eruption map

The web map went online back in March to be ready for the next eruption, but most of the sub-layers are currently empty, with the intention that map features will be populated when a new eruption starts at any of Hawaii’s volcanoes.

KKCR, Kaua‘i Resilience Center debut ‘Stay Safe Kaua‘i’ – a show about emergency preparedness

‘Stay Safe Kaua‘i’ debuted a week after heavy rains flooded the Garden Isle, prompting rescues and road closures.

UH-Mānoa gets in the mobile esports game, hosting ‘Mobile Legends: Bang Bang’ tourney

Eight college teams from UH-Mānoa, University of Guam, Northern Marianas College and Brigham Young University-Hawaiʻi recently battled it out for the Aloha Collegiate Cup in the ‘Mobile Legends: Bang Bang’ event

AARP expert warns Hawaiʻi homeowners to beware of contractor fraud

“Disasters unfortunately attract crooked contractors,” said Greenwood, who spoke at AARP Hawai`i Fight Fraud Together seminars in Kona and Hilo this week.

Cat feces suspected in death of a nēnē gosling found in Big Island park

“This tragic incident highlights the problem of having feral cat colonies in areas that are known habitat for endangered or threatened species,” said DLNR Chair Dawn Chang.

Update: Kapa‘a refuse transfer station to resume collection of bagged trash

Collection resumes Saturday.

Lydgate Beach Park, Kamalani Playground to reopen Thursday

However, the Kaua’i County Department of Parks and Recreation reports Morgan’s Ponds will remain closed until further notice.

Final version of FY 2024-25 state budget bill approved by Senate, House committees

The supplemental spending plan for fiscal year 2024-25 incudes an operating budget of $10,395,945,997 in general funds and $19,209,528,184 through all funding methods.

State Land Board to consider more than $3M in fines in death of Laysan albatross, destruction of native bee habitat on O‘ahu

The board on Friday will consider whether to approve the fines levied against several North Shore property owners.

State ranks among best for quality Pre-K programs; however, near bottom for access

The National Institute for Early Education Research 2023 State of Preschool report revealed the state ranks 44th for enrollment of 4-year-olds and 31st for 3-year-olds.

Friend of jailed Kaua‘i artist accused of threatening a councilman speaks out following court hearing

The court hearing was continued to May 7 to allow more time for a mental health and fitness examination from a state psychologist.

Road closure scheduled for debris removal following recent flooding on Garden Isle

The closure starts Wednesday and will go till Friday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., with a break from 11 a.m. to noon, weather permitting.

Portion of Kalena Park to close for construction

Work includes a playground replacement, replacing the chain link fence with concrete ball barriers and adding parking stops.

Lifeguard shifts at select Kaua‘i beaches to expand hours

Kaua‘i will be the first county to have these full-time extended hours of coverage for its entire Ocean Safety Bureau program.
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