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Līhu‘e Airport display showcases birds of Kaua‘i – and those working to save them
The Garden Island Arts Council teamed up with Hallux Ecosystem Restoration, LLC, to create the large window display.
Falck protests state’s decision to award new ambulance contracts to AMR
“We filed a notice of protest after identifying what appears to be a clear error in calculating Falck’s scores, along with inconsistencies in the evaluation criteria used to award the contracts,” said Troy Hagen, the chief commercial officer for Falck USA.
Unrest beneath Kīlauea continues despite pause in short-lived eruption on Big Island
While there is no active lava on the surface, Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports that levels of unrest remain high as the vent remains open, tremor is still present, glow could still be seen from the fissures overnight and active degassing of SO2 is still occurring from the fissures and blowing downwind.
Grove Farm awards three $20K scholarships to Kaua‘i high school graduates
The 2024 Grove Farm Scholarship recipients include Jeanine Longboy, Madison Silva and Sofia Saunders.
Kaua‘i Island Utility Cooperative continues to lead Hawai‘i in renewable generation
KIUC’s current strategic goal of reaching 100% renewable by 2033 is over a decade ahead of the state goal by 2045.
Kaua‘i Bus temporarily closing stop near Kaua‘i High School beginning June 4
The closure is necessary due to ongoing construction.
Gov. Josh Green signs ‘historic’ tax cut into law, touting benefits for working families
Gov. Green also signed Senate Bill 1035 on Monday, which exempts certain medical services from the state’s general excise tax.
O‘ahu monk seal pup died from dog attack, NOAA Fisheries confirms
NOAA is continuing to investigate the pup’s death, and an individual is cooperating with law enforcement officials.
Fonda’s Daughter is Kaua‘i vintage shop dedicated to father’s ‘treasure hunter’ legacy
Natalie Fonda grew up on O‘ahu, where her father Fulvio taught her about antiques, adventure and aloha.
First telescope decommissioning complete on Maunakea on Big Island
The decommissioning of the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo’s Hōkū Keʻa Observatory was completed in May.
New eruption begins at Big Island’s Kīlauea volcano
The new eruption began at about 12:30 a.m. today. The most recent eruption in this region was in December 1974, which lasted only about 6 hours. At this time, it is not possible to say how long this new eruption will last.
Hawai‘i building industry celebrates new class of nearly 200 journeymen carpenters
Eleven Kaua‘i residents graduated the Hawai‘i Carpenters Apprenticeship & Training Fund apprenticeship program last Saturday.
PMRF honors Hawaiian place name as Major’s Bay becomes Waiapua‘a Bay
Approximately 40 people attended the ceremony, which included speeches from PMRF staff, county officials, and cultural advisors, beginning with a welcome oli (Hawaiian chant) and pule (prayer).
Emergency declared as Hawaiian Home Lands households face loss of phone, internet service
The private company, which is facing foreclosure by the federal government due to nonpayment of a major loan, sent an email to customers on Thursday announcing it would be ending its service.
UFO float descends on Kaua‘i Pride Parade & Festival; speakers tell youth ‘You are loved’
Aliens aboard a flying saucer float were among the many attendees of the Sixth Annual Pride Parade & Festival in downtown Līhu‘e.
Learn how to protect yourself during Medicare Fraud Prevention Week
Everyone plays a part in the fight against fraud. Being proactive and volunteering with Senior Medicare Patrol Hawai‘i builds a stronger safety net of support for kūpuna who are most vulnerable.
Volcano Watch — Beyond the lava: Mauna Loa’s deformation story
The most recent Mauna Loa eruptions in 1975, 1984, and 2022 each offer unique insights into this volcano’s eruptive behavior.
‘Distinguished gentlemen’ of Kaua‘i ride motorcycles for men’s health – in style
Garden Isle motorcyclists donned their most dapper clothing in support of a global event raising money for men’s health.
Mālama ‘Ohana seeks child welfare lived experiences to inform new legislation
A group formed to suggest changes to legislature regarding Hawaiʻi’s existing child welfare system wants to hear from people with lived experiences of the state’s child welfare system.
Property tax rate hikes approved by Kauaʻi County Council
Resolution No. 2024-31 proposes to create a tiered system for real property tax rates for the 2024 to 2025 fiscal year, where more expensive properties are placed into a higher tax rate.
