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U.S. lawmakers reintroduce bill to reunite Filipino World War II veterans with children
Despite their heroic service, Congress passed the Rescission Acts of 1946 which made Filipinos ineligible for benefits granted to other World War II veterans.
5 University of Hawai‘i grad programs among nation’s top 75
The rankings are based on two types of data: expert opinion about program excellence, and statistical indicators that measure the quality of a school’s faculty, research and students.
Native Hawaiian leaders awarded Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters
Edith Kekuhikuhipuʻuoneonāaliʻiōkohala Kenao Kanakaʻole, Frank Kawaikapuokalani Hewett and Jerald Kimo Alama Keaulana were each awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters at the April 20 meeting of the University of Hawaiʻi Board of Regents.
Reminder: Keiki, Junior Lifeguard registration opens May 1
The no-cost program will offer ocean safety awareness and lifesaving skills instruction.
Update: Brown Water Advisory canceled for Wailua Bay on Kaua‘i
The Brown Water Advisory at Wailua Bay on Kaua‘i has been canceled, the Department of Health reported.
PAL Kaua‘i: Two units available at Kauhale O Kapa’a
Rent includes electric, gas, water, sewer and trash. Tenants would be responsible for internet, cable, phone, etc.
Second measles case identified on O‘ahu
Authorities confirmed the second case was exposed by the previously confirmed case in an international traveler reported on April 10.
$9M grant aims to restore Waikīkī reefs with coral nurseries
This initiative is one of nearly 150 projects across 30 coastal and Great Lakes states and territories that were recommended to receive a total of $562 million.
Kupu issues last call for conservation leaders, host sites
Recent high school graduates, college graduates and young professionals looking to establish a career in conservation are strongly encouraged to apply.
Kaua‘i police warn of ongoing thefts targeting residents and visitors
A rash of car break-ins and thefts have occurred in neighborhoods islandwide, according to police.
State hits Coco Palms developers with cease-and-desist order for unpermitted clearing
Department Chairperson Dawn Chang signed a letter that said there was evidence of machinery being used to clear trees and vegetation, and to grub and grade on the Coco Palms property, without a permit.
On Earth Day, Kaua‘i joined global community in E Ala Ē chant
The nonprofit Kanu Hawai‘i hosted the statewide E Ala Ē event.
State conservation officers begin 24/7 watch of Kaimana Beach monk seals
State conservation officers are monitoring endangered monk seals and their young in Honolulu.
Child & Family Service held Family Fun Day in Kapa‘a
The event was held at Kapaʻa Beach Park next to the Kapa‘a Public Library.
Kauaʻi’s Maeda-Kobayashi semi-finalist for Hawaiʻi’s 2023 public school principal award
Principal Leila Maeda-Kobayashi of Kōloa Elementary on Kauaʻi was a semi-finalist for the 17th Masayuki Tokioka Excellence in School Leadership Award for 2023.
High surf advisory for Kauaʻi, Niʻihau; waves up to 16 feet forecast
The National Weather Service has issued a high surf advisory along north- and west-facing shores of Kauaʻi and Niʻihau until 6 a.m. Tuesday.
Celebrate Lei Day with Kaua‘i Museum contests
The events take place at the Royal Sonesta Kaua‘i Resort and the Kaua‘i Museum itself.
Lane closure scheduled for Menehune Road from April 24 to 28
The lane closure is necessary for waterline installation work. Steel plates will be onsite to accommodate alternating traffic in both directions as needed.
Hōkūleʻa safely arrives in Washington State; headed for Alaska May 1
The canoe was received by a crew from the Polynesian Voyaging Society and then towed from the Matson shipyard to the Maritime Museum at Foss Waterway Seaport.
