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Kauaʻi hotels lead state in occupancy for November 2022 at 75.1%
The Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority’s Hotel Performance Report for November 2022 shows Kaua‘i hotels led the state in occupancy at 75.1%, but trailed some counties in revenue per available room of $273 and average daily rate at $364.
To celebrate holidays safely, Hawai’i Department of Health’s simple steps
To reduce the spread of COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses during the holidays, the Hawai‘i Department of Health encourages people to take simple steps.
Congressman Kahele introduces Hawaiian Home Lands Preservation Act
U.S. Rep. Kai Kahele said his introduced bill is critical legislation for the preservation, protection, and restoration of the sovereign rights of native Hawaiian people.
Anahola Regional Plan update approved by Hawaiian Homes Commission
The Anahola Regional Plan sets forth five priorities crafted with beneficiary input.
High Surf Warning downgraded to Advisory
The National Weather Service has canceled its High Surf Warning for the shores of Ni‘ihau, Kaua‘i, O‘ahu, Moloka‘i, and Maui and issued a High Surf Advisory in its stead.
Salvation Army needs help to meet goal for Red Kettle holiday campaign in Hawai’i
With just five bell-ringing days left before Christmas, donations in Hawaii are currently tracking at 67% of a $750,000 goal for The Salvation Army’s Red Kettles holiday campaign.
UH Mānoa selects 2022 ‘Word of the Year’ for Hawai’i; what is it?
The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Department of English chose the 2022 Word of the Year for Hawaiʻi based on the return of face-to-face interactions.
Police seek help finding missing Big Island man who is known to visit Kaua‘i
Authorities renew their request for the public’s assistance in locating Gary Silva-Evangelista, who was reported as missing.
It’s a Winter Wonderland on Big Island’s Maunakea; but roads are unsafe
The University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo Center for Maunakea Stewardship expects the road to the summit will remain closed for at least the next couple of days.
AlohaCare uses $300,000 in holiday donations to launch Imua Loa program
With contributions of $300,000 to benefit 20 organizations throughout the islands, AlohaCare has launched its newly named community giving program called Imua Loa.
Information to know about upcoming 32nd Hawaiʻi State Legislature
The first session of the 32nd Hawaii State Legislature begins at 10 a.m. on Jan. 18, 2023.
Kekaha Landfill and Kapa‘a transfer station closed for maintenance work
The Kekaha Landfill and Kapaa refuse transfer station will be closed today.
Surf is up: Dangerously large breaking waves of 30 to 40 feet for Kaua’i and Ni’ihau
The National Weather Service also has issued a high-wind advisory for Kaua’i, Ni’ihau and the other Hawaiian Islands until 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 20.
Gov. Green’s executive budget includes healthcare and homelessness priority items
“As a physician, I see the dire need for healthcare. … We need to take a multi-pronged and holistic approach to address our healthcare worker shortage and access to high-quality care,” said Gov. Josh Green, M.D.
High Wind Warning downgraded to Advisory
The National Weather issued a Wind Advisory for North and East Kauai until 6 a.m. Tuesday.
Brown Water Advisory issued islandwide
A Brown Water Advisory has been issued for the Island of Kaua‘i.
Hawaiʻi Emergency Management holding virtual workshop for hazard mitigation plan
During the workshop, the agency will gather public input for the state’s update to its Hazard Mitigation Plan that deals with flooding, hurricanes, wildfires and other hazards.
Holiday closures for Kauaʻi County
In observance of the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays, County of Kaua‘i offices will be closed on Dec. 26 and Jan. 2.
University of Hawaiʻi astronomers discover planet spiraling to its destruction
The planet, Kepler-1658b, with a size similar to Jupiter, is destined to spiral closer and closer to its maturing star until they collide and the planet is obliterated.
UPDATE: Severe thunderstorm warning ends for Kauaʻi
Wind gusts of 60 mph and quarter-size hail are expected.
