Kaua‘i News
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.
Group competition kicks off at 60th Annual Merrie Monarch Festival on Big Island
Wāhine and kāne dancers from 23 hālau took the stage Friday on the first night of group competition at Edith Kanaka‘ole Stadium in Hilo on the Big Island.
Utah man dies following snorkeling incident off Po‘ipū Beach Park waters
According to witness reports, the victim had been snorkeling for approximately 15 minutes and did not show signs of distress before being pulled from the water.
Kaiwi is a mom for fifth time, giving birth to Hawaiian monk seal pup at Oʻahu beach
Kaiwi, a Hawaiian monk seal, gave birth to her fifth pup on April 14 at Kaimana Beach in Waikīkī, Oʻahu.
21-year-old named Miss Aloha Hula 2023 to continue legacy of her Oʻahu hālau
A 21-year-old from from Oʻahu won the Miss Aloha Hula 2023 at the 60th Annual Merrie Monarch Festival, making it a three-peat for her hālau Ka La ‘Onohi Mai O Ha‘eha‘e.
Oʻahu 21-year-old wins Miss Aloha Hula at Merrie Monarch Festival on Big Island
Agnes Renee Leihiwahiwaikapolionāmakua Thronas Brown, who dances with Oʻahu hālau Ka Lā ʻŌnohi Mai O Haʻehaʻe, won the title of Miss Aloha Hula 2023 on Thursday during the first night of competition for the 60th Annual Merrie Monarch Festival on the Big Island.
Volcano Watch: Imaging to begin at Kīlauea’s summit on the Hawaiʻi Island
To reveal the subsurface structures beneath Kīlauea’s summit region, researches this month will begin a collaborative Kīlauea Seismic Imaging Project.
Survey shows interest for planting native trees along Rice Street
As a next step, the team is now working with the County Parks Department to develop a street tree planting and maintenance plan.
