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6th emergency relief period for SNAP benefits declared by Gov. Green
Gov. Josh Green signed a sixth emergency proclamation to extend federal funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program emergency allotment benefits, in keeping with ongoing federal COVID relief efforts.
Injured humpback whale Moon made has not been seen in weeks in Hawaiian waters
Moon’s story of migrating 3,000 miles to Hawai’i with a severe spinal injury likely caused by a boat strike is a heartbreaking tale that sheds light on the need for more awareness in hopes of saving other humpback whales from the same painful and agonizing fate.
Department of Hawaiian Home Lands gets back 363 acres on Molokaʻi from military
More than 363 acres is being returned to the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands on the island of Molokaʻi as the U.S. Air Force moves to “right-size” its footprint.
Kauaʻi lane closures for Jan. 15-20
There will be no lane closures on Jan. 16 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Kūhiō Highway southbound contraflow also will not operate on this day.
High surf advisory for north- and west-facing shores of Kauaʻi, Niʻihau
Surf is forecast to be 18 to 22 feet this morning for north- facing shores of Kauaʻi and Niʻihau, and dropping a little in the afternoon.
Hawaiʻi’s Ilima Shim a contestant on season 4 of CBS reality show ‘Tough As Nails’
Through the first three episodes of the CBS reality competition show, Ilima Shim is giving her 11 fellow contestants a run for their money.
Big wave knocks down and injures 3 visitors at “Olivine Pools” on Maui
Three visitors described to be in their 20s were transported by Maui Emergency Medical Service for treatment of injuries sustained after being knocked down by a big wave at Olivine Pools in Kahakuloa.
Kaua‘i community asked to assist murdered, missing Native Hawaiian women and girls
The average profile of a missing child in the State of Hawai‘i is a 15-year-old Native Hawaiian female from O‘ahu, according to a new report authored by Kaua’i community organizer and researcher Nikki Cristobal.
Hula and Hawaiian culture showcased at Merrie Monarch Festival’s 60th anniversary
The Merrie Monarch Festival will be back to its full glory in April 2023, celebrating its 60th anniversary of showcasing hula and Hawaiian culture — and the world can’t wait.
Kaua‘i Community College kicks off spring semester
KCC’s new Interim Chancellor Margaret Sanchez is excited to start the year off strong.
First responders aid surfer in Hanalei waters off Kaua‘i
Kaua‘i beachgoers are urged to stay well away from the water and visit other lifeguarded beaches such as Keālia Beach, Lydgate Beach Park, Poʻipū Beach Park and Salt Pond Beach Park.
Mālama Kaua’i sows seeds of Food Access Plan
State legislators and the public will review Kaua‘i residents’ food-access objectives in February.
High Surf Warning downgraded to Advisory for west- and north-facing shores
A High Surf Warning has been downgraded to an Advisory, which is now in effect till Sunday evening.
Live ball python turned in at Honolulu Zoo
A 28-inch live ball python was turned in to the Honolulu Zoo Wednesday afternoon under the state’s Amnesty Program.
Kaua‘i groups awarded $385,000 for community projects
Grant recipients included HAPA, Malama Kaua‘i, the Kaua‘i Community Science Center and the Aina Alliance, among others.
Plane lost power before Līhu‘e Airport crash
The unidentified pilot sustained serious injuries, according to the National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary findings.
Kaua‘i COVID-19 testing centers close next month
Almost 90,000 COVID-19 rapid PCR tests have been run through the county’s testing sites to date, according to Kaua‘i officials.
Big wave surfers flocked to Maui to delight the crowd at Jaws
Pro surfer Matahi Drollet wiped out at Jaws on Maui and broke his board, but a local found the tail piece and is returning it to him because keeping the fins of somebody else is “bad luck.”
State official addressing Kaua‘i women’s issues next week
The public is encouraged to attend the meeting discussing topics including abortion legislation, period poverty and solutions to violence against women.
Vidinha Stadium track and field to close Jan. 17 to Jan. 27
Vidinha Stadium track and field in Līhuʻe will be closed from Tuesday, Jan. 17 to Friday, Jan. 27. The closure is necessary to conduct temporary repairs to the track, according to the County of Kaua‘i Department of Parks and Recreation, which announced the pending closure this week. “We thank the public for your patience as […]
