Kauai News
Hawaiʻi’s State Poet Laureate performs virtual reading during National Library Week
Hawaiʻi’s State Poet Laureate, Brandy Nālani McDougall will perform a virtual poetry reading on April 22 for National Library Week.
Hawaiʻi Supreme Court Justice wins prestigious women lawyers achievement award
Hawaii Supreme Court Justice Sabrina S. McKenna has been honored with the prestigious 2023 Margaret Brent Women Lawyers of Achievement award.
Women entrepreneurs sought for free ‘WE by Rising Tide’ program
The Central Pacific Bank Foundation is accepting applications for the “WE by Rising Tide” program, which helps women entrepreneurs shape their future and achieve success in the business community.
Deadline to apply for Residential Investor tax credit is Friday
A completed application along with the accompanying evidence of either residency or a long-term lease must be submitted to the Real Property Assessment division.
Aqualung, PADI unite with Kaua‘i divers for #DiveForEarthDay
Nonprofit Ho‘omalu Ke Kai and business Seasport Divers are behind the Kaua‘i cleanup efforts.
Brown water advisory issued for Kaua‘i shores
A brown water advisory has been issued for the south- and west-facing shores on Kaua‘i, impacting Kukui’ula Bay to Keoniloa Bay as well as MacArthur Beach Park to Salt Pond Beach Park.
Nonprofit Permanent Affordable Living participating in May 6 charity walk on Kaua’i
Permanent Affordable Living has submitted a grant request to the Hawai’i Lodging and Tourism Association to purchase equipment for its Beyond Housing Program Center in Kekaha.
Severe weather conditions may occur through Wednesday on Kaua‘i
A cold front is bringing the potential for elevated, gusty Kona winds, heavy rain, and possible strong thunderstorms over Kaua‘i.
University of Hawaiʻi offers certificate program for clinical research careers
The University of Hawaiʻi is now accepting applications for its Clinical Research Professional Certificate Program, designed for those seeking a new career path in clinical research.
State of Hawaiʻi reaches tentative contract deal with teachers association
he settlement, which covers 13,500 teachers represented by the union, was announced on April 17 by Gov. Josh Green, Department of Education Superintendent Keith Hayashi and Hawaiʻi State Teachers Association president Osa Tui, Jr.
Dilapidated remnants of Coco Palms to be torn down for new 350-room resort on Kauaʻi
Utah-based developers told the Hawai‘i Board of Land and Natural Resources that is is going to soon demolish the dilapidated remains of Coco Palms and build a new 350-room hotel and cultural center.
Hiker rescued from Kalalau Trail on Kaua‘i Sunday
Rescue personnel found the man about two miles from the trailhead.
Kauaʻi bus shelters improved through murals, storytelling
The project is spearheaded by the Rice Street Business Association and Better Block Hawaiʻi, with support from the Count of Kauaʻi Office of Economic Development.
Photos: Merrie Monarch Royal Parade 2023 on Big Island
To celebrate the 60th Annual Merrie Monarch Festival, a Royal Parade that drew thousands took place in Downtown Hilo with high school bands, hālaus, paniolos, princesses, organizations and more.
Merrie Monarch overall hula winner was Oʻahu hālau in a close competition
The three-day competition started Thursday with Miss Aloha Hula and continued on Friday with Kahiko (ancient) hula. The event culminated with the ‘auana (modern) performances on Saturday.
The Salvation Army to host donation event in Līhu‘e April 21
The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center will be hosting a donation drive at the Kaua‘i Resource Center in Līhu‘e on April 21.
Earth Day celebrations, volunteer opportunities aplenty on Kaua‘i
Clean up a favorite beach during Da South Side Sweep, make a pizza at Ho’olaule’a no ka Hōnua, join ʻĀina Day and more for Earth Day on Kaua’i.
Road closures scheduled for Wailuā, Kapa‘a
Closures on Kawaihau and Mailihuna roads in Kapa‘a and Haleilio Road in Wailuā will last until April 22 and 25, respectively.
Comment period extended for draft bill to update Indian Arts and Crafts Act
The deadline for comment submission on the discussion draft of the Amendments to Respect Traditional Indigenous Skill and Talent Act has been extended to May 19 by the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs.
