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Salty Stacks debuts at Shops at Kukui‘ula in Poʻipū, expanding its presence on Kaua‘i

The second location opens Nov. 28, on Black Friday, less than 2 years after the first storefront on Kaua‘i was opened in March 2024 at Coconut Marketplace in Kapaʻa.

Kaua’i Council bans disposable polystyrene bodyboards under Bill 2976

The Kauaʻi County Council has taken a bold step in environmental conservation by passing Bill 2976.

Rubbish pickup delayed in Po‘ipū, Kōloa

Residential trash service will not be conducted Nov. 27 because of staffing issues. Pickup is now anticipated to be completed by 3:30 p.m. Nov. 28.

FY 2026 Innovation Grant awards announced

Kaua‘i County Office of Economic Development received a total of 28 proposals; a selection committee reviewed all eligible projects and selected 12 to be awarded.

Road closure scheduled for portion of Kress Street in Līhu‘e

The closure Nov. 28 is necessary for Kaua‘i County Roads Division crews to perform road striping repairs within the county’s right-of-way.

Juliet Madrid receives inaugural award for exceptional promise during state government internship

Juliet Madrid successfully completed an internship with the Disability Compensation Division and now works at the Kauaʻi District Health Office.

U.S. representatives Tokuda, Case want to hear from Hawaiʻi constituents about 2026 priorities

U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda and U.S. Rep. Ed Case have each put out their own survey, which they want their constituents to fill out to better understand priorities for 2026.

Hawaiʻi Island struck by magnitude 4.6 earthquake Tuesday night; no reports of damage

The tremor followed the end of episode 37 lava fountaining on Kīlauea by 10 minutes, but does not appear directly related to the eruption, the U.S. Geological Survey said.

How much does a Thanksgiving meal cost on Kauaʻi?

Kauaʻi’s escalating food prices come to light as pre-Thanksgiving grocery shopping reveals a stark contrast in turkey prices between local and mainland markets.

Kaua’i Performing Arts Center offers $10 holiday theater for families

The Kauaʻi Performing Arts Center will enchant audiences with its student-led comedy, “The Further Adventures of Nick Tickle, Fairy Tale Detective,” debuting at the Kauaʻi War Memorial Convention Hall.

Hawai’i Attorney General urges Shopify to crackdown on e-cigarettes as part of bipartisan coalition

The coalition highlights that a more comprehensive solution is necessary because merchants continue to use Shopify’s services to sell illegal e-cigarettes.

Tuesday’s Nasdaq closing bell ceremony in New York City includes Aloha United Way CEO

Aloha United Way President and CEO Michelle Bartell joined senior leaders from the United Way network at Nasdaq MarketSite in Times Square for the 4 p.m. bell ringing on Tuesday.

UPDATE: Lava stopped fountaining at Big Island’s Kīlauea 9 hours after it started

Episode 37 of the ongoing Halemaʻumaʻu eruption began on Tuesday at 2:30 p.m. and abruptly ended just before midnight.

Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation says plan ahead for Thanksgiving air travel

Travelers can take simple steps to plan ahead for the holidays that “will make the process smoother and less stressful” said Ed Sniffen, director of the Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation.

Gov. Josh Green names new director of Department of Budget and Finance

Seth Colby, Ph.D., is bringing a strong background in economic development to the job, which will help steer the state’s financial strategies this upcoming legislative session.

12 programs receive grant funding to tackle community issues, push innovation on Kauaʻi

After receiving 28 proposals for its innovation grants for fiscal year 2025-2026, the Office of Economic Development has selected 12 initiatives to receive a combined $369,000.

Kapaʻa Middle School Choir launches fundraiser for 2026 National Music Festival

The Kapaʻa Middle School Choir and ʻUkulele Band are preparing for the WorldStrides Music Festival in March 2026, and they need your support!

Stellar vibrations offer rare glimpse into red giant’s core, history

University of Hawaiʻi astronomers have revealed the history of a distant red giant star after analyzing its “starquakes,” which give scientists a glimpse beneath the star’s surface similarly to seismic waves on Earth.

Man dies after being pulled from water at Lāwa‘i Beach; second ocean death over weekend on Kauaʻi

Gavin Phillips, a 56-year-old man from California, was pronounced dead after being pulled from the waters off Lāwaʻi Beach by bystanders.

Man dies after a water rescue in high surf at Waiapua‘a Bay

Master-at-Arms 1st Class Jeffrey Diaz died a hero after bravely rescuing two children struggling in high surf conditions.
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