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New leadership at national landmark known for large Hawaiian archives
Hawaiian Mission Houses Historic Site and Archives new executive director promises to grow the museum’s digital archives capacities.
The history of the world renowned Merrie Monarch Festival
The Merrie Monarch Festival began in 1964 as a way to boost the economy of Hawaiʻi island through tourism, but the event has come to serve a far greater purpose: perpetuating Hawaiian culture.
Kauaʻi, state visitor numbers rising
Visitor arrivals to the Garden Isle were up nearly 20% by February.
Gardening on the Garden Isle: Getting under the skin of bulb onions
It is important when purchasing onion seeds to grow on Kauaʻi to select a short-day variety. Onions have their own sun clock.
60th Annual Merrie Monarch Festival returns to Big Island; all you need to know
Hawai‘i News Now – KFVE, the Merrie Monarch Festival’s official broadcaster, will carry the events live on-air and online each night, as well as include special coverage during newscasts and on streaming platforms and social media.
Kaua‘i High alum to host ‘keiki Oscars’ featuring multiple Garden Isle finalists
Kaua‘i High School alum and news anchor Dillon Ancheta will preside over the “keiki Oscars.”
Hawai‘i conservation, game bird stamp winners announced
Alvin Galvez and Lauren Trangmar won the conservation and game bird categories, respectively, for the 2023-2024 Hawai‘i Wildlife Conservation and Game Bird Stamp Art Contest.
Kaua‘i Made presents Easter Kaua‘i Products Fair this Saturday
Attendees of the fair will be able to shop from 21 Kaua‘i Made vendors, enjoy entertainment from the Kapa‘a Middle School Band and Choir, and participate in activities.
Kaua‘i police warn public of online scam
If it sounds too good to be true, it usually is, local police are advising prospective renters or homebuyers.
Kaua‘i Community College invites community feedback
The college has formed a working group to create a draft for community input. The draft plan is organized around University of Hawai‘i’s five areas of priority.
Registration for Hawai‘i Tourism Authority’s spring update now open
The full-day update is an opportunity to learn about the latest news, insights and activities related to tourism in Hawaiʻi.
April is Tsunami Awareness Month in Hawai‘i
The Kaua‘i Emergency Management Agency is reminding residents to review the island’s tsunami evacuation zones.
Black holes on collision course discovered through Mauna Kea Observatories
“What this discovery gives is an insight into the dynamic, often violent early histories of galaxies,” a Keck Observatory scientist said.
Sex Abuse Treatment Center, partners rally at Hawai‘i State Capitol
Tuesday’s sign-waving event featured Sex Abuse Treatment Center partners including Honolulu’s Department of the Prosecuting Attorney, police and more.
COVID hospitalizations have risen nearly 90% says Department of Heath
State Epidemiologist Dr. Sarah Kemble said hospitals still have capacity.
Gov. Green declares April is Native Hawaiian Plant Month
Several plant species previously thought extinct were rediscovered through field surveys last year – including one on Kaua‘i.
Kekaha road improvements meeting canceled following water main break
The Department of Public Works would have presented a design concept for possible roadway improvements along the project corridor.
Wellness Day at Līhuʻe Walmart offers vaccines, free health screenings
All nine Hawaiʻi Walmart stores are participating in Walmart Wellness Day on May 6 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Kaua‘i County’s job fair set for April 12
Over 50 businesses representing a variety of industries on Kaua‘i will offer employment opportunities.
Kaua‘i surf shop named MVP by Hawaiʻi Invasive Species Council
Tamba, a small business in Kapa‘a, has been honored by the Hawai‘i State Legislature for its work in invasive species education.
