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Kaua‘i County adopts first-ever framework to guide disaster recovery, redevelopment
Preparing in advance for disaster recovery is critical, and this is the first set of written guidelines in Kauaʻi developed to guide the actions and decision-making for recovery and redevelopment post disaster.
Hawai’i providing state funding to fill gap for 160,000 adults, kids about to lose federal food assistance
Hawai’i Gov. Josh Green also announced state funding to help needy families with utilities and housing for the next few months.
Kaua‘i man rescued from Kalalau Trail after apparent spider bite
Kaua‘i Fire Department dispatch received a text-to-911 message from the hiker at 9:44 a.m. on Wednesday, indicating the infection from the apparent bite was worsening, “rendering him unable to safely self-evacuate.”
‘Wings and Woodlands’ exhibit takes flight for its 3rd year in November
The ‘Tribute to Native Birds and Forests’ experience showcases paintings and photographs by artists from Hawai‘i and beyond alongside student artwork inspired by the beauty and fragility of Kaua‘i’s natural heritage.
Child & Family Service celebrates grand opening of first Infant and Toddler Center
Child & Family Service Director of Kauai Programs Novelyn Hinazumi explained this is the first Head Start Infant and Toddler Center on the Garden Island and a critical program to building a strong foundation for lifelong learning, health and success for the island’s keiki.
Utility work, excavation underway along parts of Kawaihau Road in Kapaʻa
Project expected to last through Dec. 22; road closures during weekdays planned for area from Kaʻapuni Road to Kapahi Road.
Hawaiʻi Relief Program now accepting applications from those impacted by federal gov’t shutdown
Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green — in partnership with several state agencies and the state Legislature — is activating multiple avenues of support for thousands of households that might temporarily lose benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP — commonly called food stamps — beginning Nov. 1.
Rotary members in Hawai‘i mark progress toward polio-free world
Polio anywhere is a threat everywhere; Without complete eradication, the paralyzing virus remains just a plane ride away from the Aloha State.
Hawaiian Airlines historic HA callsign makes its final flight
Hawaiian Airlines bids farewell to its iconic “HA” callsign today, marking the end of an era as it merges with the Alaska Air Group and transitions under the “Alaska” callsign.
Grand Hyatt partners with Kaua‘i Humane Society to host Canine Costume Contest
Participants can compete in multiple categories such as “Cutest Costume,” “Scariest Costume” and “Best Pet and Owner Themed Costume.” The event also serves as a pet food drive and adoption opportunity.
North Shore Give caravan delivers gratitude to Kauaʻi’s first responders
On National First Responders Day, North Shore Give led a heartfelt caravan of gratitude across Kauaʻi, delivering homemade cookies and custom T-shirts to personnel at fire, police and ambulance stations.
Study: Rare North American bumblebee’s downfall began long before humans
Co-authored by a University of Hawaiʻi at Manoa researcher, the new study suggests the bee’s long-term genetic vulnerability made it especially fragile and less able to cope with past and current environmental stresses.
Locally sourced, fresh food erupts from ‘bussin’ volcano bowls’ at Hawai‘i schools
95 school cafeterias throughout the islands served up more than 4,300 pounds of local ground beef, 6,300 pounds of local green lettuce and 4,400 pounds of local tomatoes making the playful take on a taco salad in celebration of National School Lunch Week and Farm to School Month.
Briefing to update state lawmakers about new SNAP work, certification requirements
The briefing will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday (Oct. 29) in Conference Room 309 at the state Capitol in Honolulu and also livestreamed on the House YouTube channel for those who cannot make it in person.
Grass-cutting work closes southbound Kapaʻa Bypass Road through Friday
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation has announced the closure of the southbound lane on Kapaʻa Bypass Road for vital maintenance work through Oct. 31.
Police seek help identifying human remains found in April at ‘Aliomanu Beach
Forensic laboratory testing and DNA analysis confirmed the remains are those of a male and generated a DNA profile, which can be used to compare with missing persons reports or family reference samples to help identify the remains.
Hawaiʻi joins coalition of states, governors in defending SNAP benefits
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Anne Lopez has joined 22 state attorneys general and three governors in a lawsuit against the USDA, challenging the suspension of SNAP benefits amid a federal shutdown.
Dry season wraps up in Hawai‘i, leaving Kaua‘i wetter than usual
According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, the rainfall during the dry season, which runs from May through September, was slightly above average on the Garden Isle, while less rain was seen on the Big Island, O‘ahu and Maui County.
Hawaiʻi joins global initiative to preserve biological data of endangered species
Hawaiʻi is now at the center of a global “biobanking” network that will collect and store biological samples of endangered species for wildlife conservation purposes.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs sets aside $6.1 million for emergency relief amid federal government shutdown
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs Board of Trustees met during an emergency session on Monday and directed the administration to work out details of the benefits program, including determining eligibility requirements and potential partnerships.
