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Kalaheo Water System Improvements Project to begin in May
Contracted at $21.7 million, the Kalaheo Water System Improvements Project is the largest project in Kaua‘i Department of Water history.
CVS Health installs time delay safes in all 61 Hawaiʻi Longs Drugs locations
CVS Health has completed the installation of time delay safes in more than 9,000 of its pharmacy locations, including all 61 Longs Drugs stores in Hawaiʻi.
UH Shidler College of Business raises $420,000 to support Travel Industry Management students
The University of Hawaiʻi’s Shidler College of Business’ School of Travel Industry Management raised more than $420,000 during its 21st annual Celebrate a Legacy in Tourism gala; these funds will support future business leaders in the travel industry.
Sam’s Club, Walmart, launched 10th annual campaign to fight hunger in Hawaiʻi
Sam’s Club and Walmart launched their 10th annual “Fight Hunger. Spark Change.” campaign to help end food insecurity in Hawaiʻi and across the country.
Hawaiʻi’s State Poet Laureate performs virtual reading during National Library Week
Hawaiʻi’s State Poet Laureate, Brandy Nālani McDougall will perform a virtual poetry reading on April 22 for National Library Week.
Hawaiʻi Supreme Court Justice wins prestigious women lawyers achievement award
Hawaii Supreme Court Justice Sabrina S. McKenna has been honored with the prestigious 2023 Margaret Brent Women Lawyers of Achievement award.
Women entrepreneurs sought for free ‘WE by Rising Tide’ program
The Central Pacific Bank Foundation is accepting applications for the “WE by Rising Tide” program, which helps women entrepreneurs shape their future and achieve success in the business community.
Deadline to apply for Residential Investor tax credit is Friday
A completed application along with the accompanying evidence of either residency or a long-term lease must be submitted to the Real Property Assessment division.
Aqualung, PADI unite with Kaua‘i divers for #DiveForEarthDay
Nonprofit Ho‘omalu Ke Kai and business Seasport Divers are behind the Kaua‘i cleanup efforts.
Brown water advisory issued for Kaua‘i shores
A brown water advisory has been issued for the south- and west-facing shores on Kaua‘i, impacting Kukui’ula Bay to Keoniloa Bay as well as MacArthur Beach Park to Salt Pond Beach Park.
Nonprofit Permanent Affordable Living participating in May 6 charity walk on Kaua’i
Permanent Affordable Living has submitted a grant request to the Hawai’i Lodging and Tourism Association to purchase equipment for its Beyond Housing Program Center in Kekaha.
Hawai‘i Attorney General schedules Drug Take Back Day events
On Kaua‘i, a drug take-back site will be located at the Kaua‘i Police Department parking lot in Līhu‘e.
Severe weather conditions may occur through Wednesday on Kaua‘i
A cold front is bringing the potential for elevated, gusty Kona winds, heavy rain, and possible strong thunderstorms over Kaua‘i.
Kūkulu Ola, Aloha ‘Āina programs announced by Hawai‘i Tourism Authority
The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority will provide funding support to programs that will perpetuate and preserve Hawaiian culture and natural resources.
University of Hawaiʻi offers certificate program for clinical research careers
The University of Hawaiʻi is now accepting applications for its Clinical Research Professional Certificate Program, designed for those seeking a new career path in clinical research.
State of Hawaiʻi reaches tentative contract deal with teachers association
he settlement, which covers 13,500 teachers represented by the union, was announced on April 17 by Gov. Josh Green, Department of Education Superintendent Keith Hayashi and Hawaiʻi State Teachers Association president Osa Tui, Jr.
Dilapidated remnants of Coco Palms to be torn down for new 350-room resort on Kauaʻi
Utah-based developers told the Hawai‘i Board of Land and Natural Resources that is is going to soon demolish the dilapidated remains of Coco Palms and build a new 350-room hotel and cultural center.
Child & Family Service hosting free Kaua’i ‘Fun Day’ on Saturday
Eligible families should register as soon as possible to enjoy free activities, food and more.
Hiker rescued from Kalalau Trail on Kaua‘i Sunday
Rescue personnel found the man about two miles from the trailhead.