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Kaua‘i Humane Society 252% over capacity, sending animal shelter into crisis
The Kaua‘i Humane Society has seen a reduction in adoptions, and a reduction in off-island transfer opportunities due to other shelters’ similar capacity crises.
Young female Hawaiian monk seal pup found dead on North Shore of Oʻahu
The female pup, named RS48 and also known as Hoʻomau Lehua, was just less than 4 months old. The cause of the endangered monk seal’s death is unknown.
World’s Toughest Row inaugural race kicks off in California and ends in Kaua‘i
Fourteen rowing teams from around the world departed from the shores of central California on Monday to compete in the inaugural Pacific Challenge of the World’s Toughest Row, which ends in Hanalei Bay on Kaua‘i.
Prestigious Molokaʻi Hoe Canoe Race returns after 3-year hiatus
The 41-mile, grueling Molokaʻi Hoe Canoe Race, which has been held for 72 years, is back after a three-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
AARP Hawai‘i seeks 2023 Andrus Award nominees
The deadline to nominate an outstanding individual for AARP’s most prestigious volunteer award is Aug. 1.
Kapa‘a Swimming Pool estimated to reopen August
Officials initially anticipated construction to be complete by late May 2023. However, further renovations were deemed necessary before the pool reopened.
Kaua‘i, Waimea High students win HMSA scholarships
HMSA has sponsored the Kaimana Awards & Scholarship Program in partnership with the Hawaii High School Athletic Association since 2005.
$2M donation supports University of Hawai‘i Hamilton Library collections
The gift – the largest single donation ever made to the library – supports 12 sections that include special, area and archival collections, including maps.
Special Olympics held at University of Hawai‘i at Manoa
Athletes and coaches paraded into the University of Hawaii at Manoa’s Les Murakami Stadium on June 9 for the organization’s Opening Ceremonies.
Mazie Hirono, Ron Kouchi hosting live-streamed Hawai‘i on the Hill Policy Summit
Congressional leaders and members of the Biden-Harris Administration will participate in the Policy Summit to be streamed on YouTube.
Following Sunday closure, Diamond Head reopens for King Kamehameha Day
Diamond Head State Monument is the busiest State Park in Hawai‘i.
3 people displaced after structure fire in Kalāheo
Firefighters arrived on scene and found a single-story residence fully engulfed in flames. No occupants of the residence were inside or around the scene.
Kaua‘i weekly lane closures: June 10-16
There will be no lane closures on Monday, June 12 in observance of King Kamehameha Day.
Free training program helps parents and residents change their communities
Through the Parent Leadership Training Institute, participants identify issues that impact children and practice their new skills by completing hands-on projects in their own communities.
Salvation Army ARC monthly donation event scheduled for June 16
Residents, businesses, and other organizations can bring in unwanted or unneeded items for reuse, including clothing, small furniture, children’s toys, books, and shoes.
California visitor dies while swimming in waters off Tunnels Beach on Kauaʻi
On Friday night, a male visitor died while swimming in waters off Tunnels Beach in Hāʻena, according to the Kauaʻi Police Department.
Volcano Watch: Reflections of recent volcano eruptions on Big Island
Scientists at Hawaiian Volcano Observatory explain in this week’s Volcano Watch how they have been able to successfully forecast eruptions on the Big Island, although only an hour or so before it happens.
Recruitment open for adult corrections officers in Hawaiʻi
Qualified individuals across all islands are sought to apply for adult corrections officer positions at the Hawaiʻi State Department of Public Safety.
3 men join Kaua‘i police force
Three officers graduated from the Kaua’i Police Department 98th Police Academy in a ceremony on Thursday morning.
Kauaʻi community-led tourism management system at popular Hā‘ena State Park now model for state
Prior to the unveiling of “The Transformation of Hā‘ena State Park,” Hawai’i Gov. Josh Green stopped by to sign a related bill into law.
