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Kaua‘i District Health Office releases final report on island-wide emergency preparedness survey
Over the course of four days, survey teams completed a total of 180 interviews, collecting data about the health and well-being of the island’s residents.
Zonta Club of Kaua‘i awards $15,500 in scholarships
The Zonta Club of Kaua‘i’s mission is to “Build a Better World for Women and Girls.” One way members do this is by fundraising throughout the year, working community events and writing grants to provide these scholarships.
Sen. Schatz heads bipartisan act to expand telehealth coverage
Sen. Brian Schatz led a bipartisan effort to reintroduce the CONNECT for Health Act, a comprehensive bill aimed at expanding Medicare coverage for telehealth services, maintaining permanent telehealth options post-COVID-19, and enhancing healthcare access for patients across the country.
UPDATE: Missing ‘Ele‘ele teen found, returned to family
Kaua‘i authorities say 15-year-old Daisy K. Ogawa, was reported missing June 13. She was last seen in the ‘Ele‘ele area.
Department of Health warns of Tostitos salsa recalled due to undeclared milk allergen
Those with an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.
UH Mānoa begins work on state-of-the-art Student Success Center
Three floors of the air conditioned building will be open space for student gathering, studying and socializing with comfortable seating, tables and ample electrical outlets.
Fall prevention campaign in Hawaiʻi begins June 22 to reduce kūpuna injuries
Every year in Hawai‘i an average of 144 seniors die, 2,184 are hospitalized, and 9,677 are treated in emergency departments because of unintentional falls.
Emergency single-lane closure scheduled for portion of Kūhiō Highway
The closure will be in the northbound direction between the southern point of Wailua Plantation Bridge and Kuamoʻo Road, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. for emergency deck inspections, according to Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation.
Eruption of Kīlauea on Hawaiʻi Island pauses after 12 days
On Monday afternoon, the eruption of Kīlauea volcano on Hawaiʻi island paused, according to the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory.
UPDATE: “Missing” Kaua‘i man left Hawai‘i of own accord
Harold David Pike, age 67, was reported missing on June 19 at approximately 10 a.m.
King Kalākaua replica medals stolen during break-in at Merrie Monarch Festival office
Hawai‘i police are investigating a break-in at the Merrie Monarch Festival office in Hilo where several items were stolen, including replicas of King David Kalākaua medals.
Hawaiian Telcom launching $87 million fiber broadband infrastructure project
Hawaiian Telcom was the only Hawaiʻi recipient of the National Telecommunications and Information Administration grant, which invests in building regional networks that connect to national Internet networks.
Kaua‘i: last week to apply for Kupu ‘Āina Corps
Kupu is actively seeking host sites and participants to work in sustainability-focused sectors like renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and climate adaptation on Kaua‘i.
Queen’s Bath closed due to hazardous conditions
Last year saw several swimmers rescued from the waters of Queen’s bath, including a group of four tourists from Texas, Wisconsin, Mississippi and Florida.
Mayor Kawakami signs $398 million Kauaʻi county budget for fiscal year 2024
Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami signed a $398.4 million Kauaʻi County budget for fiscal year 2024 that includes $87 million for capital improvement projects.
County departments at Līhuʻe Civic Center closed June 19 due to water leak damage
The water leak was caused when a sprinkler was accidentally activated shortly after 8:50 p.m. on June 18, according to a preliminary report from the Kaua‘i Fire Department.
Hawai‘i senator introduces measures to end waiting period for immigrants seeking federal benefits
U.S. Sen. Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) introduced legislation with fellow House Democrats to eliminate the five-year waiting period for immigrants seeking a range of federal benefits.
Southwest ending nonstop flights Sept. 5 between Los Angeles and Kauaʻi, Big Island airports
Southwest Airlines once again will end daily nonstop service between Los Angeles and the airports in Līhuʻe on Kaua‘i and Kailua-Kona on the Big Island the day after Labor Day.
Hōkūleʻa canoe begins 4-year Moananuiākea Voyage circumnavigating Pacific
The voyaging canoe Hōkūleʻa departed Statter Harbor in Juneau, Alaska, on June 18, 2023, to officially start a four-year circumnavigation of the Pacific.
3 Kaua‘i businesses receive grant to help grow operations
A state agency has awarded nearly $1 million to 26 local companies in an effort to help with expenses in fostering economic and employment growth throughout the islands.