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Portion of Black Pot Beach Park on Kauaʻi to close May 17-19 for park maintenance
Portions of Black Pot Beach Park in Hanalei will be closed May 17 to 19, weather permitting, for park maintenance.
Ha’ena to Hanalei Run coming June 3
The eight-mile course begins at the end of the road in Ha’ena at Ke’e Beach and ends at the historic Hanalei Pier.
Restoration project to lure back seabirds launched along remote Nā Pali coast of Kauaʻi
Last week, a seabird restoration project was initiated at Nuʻalolo Kai on the rugged and remote Nā Pali coast of Kauaʻi to help populations that have been lost from the area due to non-native predators.
Weliweli Road roadwork begins Monday in Kōloa
Starting May 15, lane closures and one-way traffic will begin for portions of Weliweli Road, between Kōloa Road and Waikomo Road.
Lane closure for sections of Kapa‘a scheduled from May 15 to May 20
The closure is necessary for roadway excavation and curb construction. During this time, lanes will be shifted to help accommodate the construction.
PAL Kaua‘i expands to Big Island with new affordable housing project
Nonprofit PAL (Permanently Affordable Living) Kaua‘i is in escrow for a 5.5-acre property in Pepe‘ekeo, about 8 miles north of Hilo, which would be its first project on the Big Island.
Scheduled Hawai‘i DOT lane closures for the week of May 13-19 on Kaua‘i
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.
University of Hawai‘i Law School ranks among nation’s top programs
The William Richardson Law School earned its high marks in environmental law and part-time law programs.
Student filmmakers of Hawai‘i to showcase coastal stewardship short films on May 15
This showcase celebrates young filmmakers in Hawai’i who are passionate about coastal stewardship, video production and most importantly making a difference in their community.
Hawai‘i lawmakers pass two energy efficiency policies
HB 192, introduced by Rep. Nicole Lowen, transitions the state from selling fluorescent light bulbs to more efficient LED bulbs beginning in January 2025.
High surf advisory for north-facing shores of Kauaʻi, Niʻihau on Saturday
The National Weather Service has issued a high surf advisory for north-facing shores of Kauaʻi and Niʻihau on Saturday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
HomeAid Hawaiʻi selects Kimo Carvalho as executive director
Kimo Carvalho has been chosen to lead HomeAid Hawaiʻi as its executive director.
Schatz, Rounds reintroduce bill protecting veterans’ education benefits
The bipartisan legislation would improve veterans’ access to information about higher education and allow the Department of Veterans Affairs to restore benefits that veterans use at schools subject to civil enforcement.
Small Business Council of America awards Congressman Case
The Small Business Council of America is a national, non-profit organization representing 100,000 privately held and family-owned businesses.
Planet swallowed by ‘Death Star’ provides insight into Earth’s demise in 5 billion years
With the help of the W. M. Keck Observatory atop Maunakea on the Big Island, astronomers for the first time have observed direct evidence for a scenario they already knew happens throughout the universe — an aging star engulfing planets on inner orbits around it.
Federal Public Health Emergency for COVID-19 ends, but disease has not disappeared
The federal Public Health Emergency for COVID-19 ends on May 11, but the disease has not disappeared and people should remain vigilant.
UH researchers discover hammerhead sharks hold their breath to stay warm on deep hunts
Researchers at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa published their discovery in Science that scalloped hammerhead sharks hold their breath for warmth while diving deep to hunt for prey.
Letter carriers on Kauaʻi to collect food May 13 for Stamp Out Hunger drive
The National Association of Letter Carriers is conducting its 31st annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive on May 13 with local donations to support the Hawai’i Food Bank Kaua’i.
Earth Machine Home Composting Bins now available on the North Shore of Kaua‘i
The County of Kaua‘i has been distributing compost bins free of charge for over 20 years.
Schatz meets with Native Hawaiian farmers to discuss Farm Bill priorities
The Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018, commonly known as the Farm Bill, modifies several Department of Agriculture programs.
