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Submissions for Agricultural Dedication Petitions on Kauaʻi due July 3
The deadline to file Agricultural Dedication Petitions on Kauaʻi this year is July 3.
Passengers departing Līhuʻe Airport should arrive 2-3 hours early due to screening problem
Additional time may be needed in the check-in process at Līhuʻe Airport because the checked bag screening equipment is not at full capacity.
Kaua‘i surfer Sebastian Zietz dominates ‘Local Motion’ on O‘ahu
A dream day at Ala Moana Bowls ended with a clash of top-tier talents featuring former Championship Tour standout Sebastian Zietz of Kaua‘i, Challenger Series contender Josh Moniz, regional threat Kekoa Cazimero, and Round of 96 victor Eala Stewart.
Kaua‘i police, U.S. Marshals arrest four most-wanted fugitives during annual sweep
William Jessup, Acting U.S. Marshal for the District of Hawai‘i stated, “The U.S. Marshals have historic relationships with our local partners. This week was a great example how successful we are when we force multiply resources to ensure our communities are safe.”
County of Kauaʻi launches revamped website
The County of Kaua‘i’s has unveiled its revamped website at www.kauai.gov.
Fireworks task force bill one of nine measures recently signed into law by Hawai‘i Gov. Josh Green
The new task force will be tasked with finding ways to stop the importation of illegal fireworks and explosives into Hawai‘i, among other responsibilities. The bill establishing the task force was one of nine measures signed into law last week by the governor.
More homeowners eligible for mortgage assistance as Homeowner Assistance Fund Program expands
Homeowners must have experienced a financial hardship caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and meet other eligibility requirements to qualify.
NOAA turtle, seal biologists return to Papahānaumokuākea for 2023 field season
This year marks the 50th anniversary of NOAA sending field researchers to Lalo to monitor honu (Hawaiian green sea turtles) that migrate there to mate and lay their eggs.
Kaua‘i Humane Society 252% over capacity, sending animal shelter into crisis
The Kaua‘i Humane Society has seen a reduction in adoptions, and a reduction in off-island transfer opportunities due to other shelters’ similar capacity crises.
Young female Hawaiian monk seal pup found dead on North Shore of Oʻahu
The female pup, named RS48 and also known as Hoʻomau Lehua, was just less than 4 months old. The cause of the endangered monk seal’s death is unknown.
World’s Toughest Row inaugural race kicks off in California and ends in Kaua‘i
Fourteen rowing teams from around the world departed from the shores of central California on Monday to compete in the inaugural Pacific Challenge of the World’s Toughest Row, which ends in Hanalei Bay on Kaua‘i.
Prestigious Molokaʻi Hoe Canoe Race returns after 3-year hiatus
The 41-mile, grueling Molokaʻi Hoe Canoe Race, which has been held for 72 years, is back after a three-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
AARP Hawai‘i seeks 2023 Andrus Award nominees
The deadline to nominate an outstanding individual for AARP’s most prestigious volunteer award is Aug. 1.
Kapa‘a Swimming Pool estimated to reopen August
Officials initially anticipated construction to be complete by late May 2023. However, further renovations were deemed necessary before the pool reopened.
Kaua‘i, Waimea High students win HMSA scholarships
HMSA has sponsored the Kaimana Awards & Scholarship Program in partnership with the Hawaii High School Athletic Association since 2005.
$2M donation supports University of Hawai‘i Hamilton Library collections
The gift – the largest single donation ever made to the library – supports 12 sections that include special, area and archival collections, including maps.
Special Olympics held at University of Hawai‘i at Manoa
Athletes and coaches paraded into the University of Hawaii at Manoa’s Les Murakami Stadium on June 9 for the organization’s Opening Ceremonies.
Mazie Hirono, Ron Kouchi hosting live-streamed Hawai‘i on the Hill Policy Summit
Congressional leaders and members of the Biden-Harris Administration will participate in the Policy Summit to be streamed on YouTube.
Following Sunday closure, Diamond Head reopens for King Kamehameha Day
Diamond Head State Monument is the busiest State Park in Hawai‘i.
3 people displaced after structure fire in Kalāheo
Firefighters arrived on scene and found a single-story residence fully engulfed in flames. No occupants of the residence were inside or around the scene.
