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New report shows good news/bad news scenario for Hawaiʻi’s sustainability goals
The most recent Voluntary Local Review was presented Wednesday by Hawai’i Gov. Josh Green to the United Nations during the High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development.
Investigation reveals pedestrians struck Saturday were not crossing the road
The investigation remains ongoing at this time. Anyone who has information regarding the crash is advised to contact Traffic Safety Section Officers Russell Himongala or Shawn Hanna at (808) 241-1610.
New world record set in World’s Toughest Row from California to Kaua‘i
Today, after 2,800 miles of the treacherous Pacific Ocean, team Kiwi Fondue from the UK and Switzerland crossed the finish line in a record-breaking time of 29 days, 17 hours and 29 minutes.
Hawai‘i Tourism Authority sets 2023 conference date
The conference will focus on ongoing efforts to shape a regenerative tourism future for Hawaiʻi that prioritizes the well-being of its people, places, and culture.
Hit songwriter’s new book shares life lessons learned at Kaua‘i Humane Society
Accomplished songwriter Jason Blume has won an Emmy, but he said none of his achievements compares to his latest: the publication of “Happy Tails,” a book inspired by his time as a Kaua‘i Humane Society volunteer.
Teams battle Pacific in “World’s Toughest Row,” arriving soon on Kauaʻi
This remarkable journey started in Monterey, California, and traversed 2,800 miles across the Pacific Ocean, with the teams rowing in custom made ocean rowing boats, up to 28 feet long.
Reggae artist Claire Wright touring debut album on Kaua‘i
Wright will bring her “I Could Use a Beach” tour, featuring special guest Tavana, to Anaina Hou Community Park on Kaua‘i’s North Shore on July 15.
Kīlauea’s ʻĀhuimanu shopping center welcomes two new businesses
A new, 1,100-square-foot Kaua‘i Juice Co. location offers an array of healthful grab-and-go foods, cold-pressed juices and more.
Kaua‘i first responders rescue 5 in waters off Kealia Beach Sunday
Kaua‘i Fire Department personnel received a report from Kaua‘i Police Department Dispatch shortly before 4:50 p.m. of swimmers in distress in waters off Keālia Beach.
Kaua‘i Island Utility Cooperative to hold annual membership meeting on July 20
“This is our opportunity to share with our members what has transpired over the past year and what we can look forward to, while receiving questions and feedback from them as well,” said KIUC’s President and Chief Executive Officer David Bissell.
Kaua‘i Salvation Army seeks school supplies for keiki in need
Requested items include backpacks, colored markers, colored pencils, composition notebooks, crayons and more.
Kaua‘i team discovers rare seabird nests on Tutuila for first time in almost forty years
Archipelago Research and Conservation, which is based in Hanapēpē on the South Shore of Kaua‘i, found the Ta‘i‘o burrows in conjunction with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Department of Marine & Wildlife Resources, Conservation Metrics and the National Park Service.
July 12: Climate Action Forum on reclaiming Coco Palms wetlands
The dilapidated Coco Palms property is currently slated to be replaced by a new 350-room hotel. But many community members are opposed to developers’ plans.
Wilcox Medical Center on Kaua‘i renovating Emergency Department waiting room
Work is anticipated to take approximately one week and will conclude by July 19.
Hit-and-run driver arrested after critically injuring 2 teenaged girls visiting Kauaʻi
A 25-year-old man from Kalāheo who allegedly was under the influence of an intoxicant was arrested for a Saturday night hit-and-run in Po‘ipū that critically injured two teenaged girls visiting Kauaʻi.
Voyaging canoe Hōkūleʻa arrives at last Alaska stop: Hydaburg
The weather got chilly during the 90-mile, 10-hour sail to Hydaburg, that included traveling alongside a pod of humpback whales.
Department of Health updates COVID-19 prevention strategies at Hawaiʻi schools
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health recently released an update of comprehensive K-12 school guidelines regarding COVID-19 protocols.
Second UH Alumni Makers’ Market planned in August on Oʻahu
The Alumni Makers’ Market is scheduled for 6 to 9 p.m. Aug. 9 at The Royal Hawaiian Resort in Waikīkī on Oʻahu, with with nearly twice the number of alumni-owned small businesses planning to participate compared to last year’s inaugural event.
Island School grad wins 2nd place in 2023 Women’s History Essay Contest
The Kaua‘i Committee on the Status of Women is proud to announce Skylar Stewar is the second place winner in this year’s Women’s History Essay Contest. This year’s essay contest theme was “Your silence will not protect you.”
Astronomy thrives on Big Island’s Maunakea thanks to the mountain’s unique combination of attributes
Discovery after discovery, and observation after observation, whether by a single observatory or in collaboration with others locally, throughout the state or around the globe, have shown that Maunakea’s front row seat to Earth’s atmosphere and the cosmos is unparalleled.
