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Haʻena residents challenge AT&T cell tower plans

Kaua’i County Council members held a briefing on AT&T’s plan to place a 5G cell tower on a house lot in Ha’ena during a committee meeting on Wednesday, as community residents filled the chambers to speak out against the proposed construction.

Kapa‘a transfer station only accepting bagged trash Friday

The change is because of scheduled equipment repairs, which could be finished as early as Saturday. All other services at the facility are still available.

Kaua‘i police alert public about new phone scam involving threat of arrest for missing jury duty

To make the scam appear credible, callers could use real information about the victim, real court addresses and names of court or law enforcement officials.

Coffee labeling standards bill gets final approval from Hawaiʻi Legislature

House Bill 2298, introduced by Big Island state Rep. Nicole Lowen, mandates that as of July 1, 2027, any coffee labeled or advertised with a Hawaiʻi geographic origin must consist of at least 51% coffee, by weight, from that region.

Department of the attorney general releases annual firearm registration statistics

Firearm registration activity increased dramatically over the course of the 24 years for which these data have been systematically compiled and reported.

Google invests in improving Hawaiʻi’s internet infrastructure

“We are truly grateful for Google’s transformative investment in our state’s digital infrastructure,” said Lt. Gov. Luke.

Intermittent roadwork scheduled for various roads in ‘Ele‘ele throughAug. 14

Affected roads include: Mehana Road, Ulaula Road, ‘Ele‘ele Road, Keokeo Road, Melemele Road, Akala Road, and Uliuli Road.

Department of Health issues a recall alert for Gibson Farms bulk organic California shelled walnuts due to potential e. coli contamination

The recalled product may have been distributed at Hoku Foods Natural Market, at both the Kapaʻa and Koloa store locations.

BLNR awards disputed Coco Palms state land to developer over nonprofit group

“There were options that could have benefitted and protected community interests. But they really decided to completely side with the developer.”

Governor Green approves broadband equity access and development state match plan

“In an increasingly interconnected world, access to broadband is not just a convenience—it’s a necessity,” said Governor Green.

BLNR to decide on Coco Palms land parcels issue

The Friday meeting surrounds two state parcels, measuring 0.12 and 0.855 acres, which are connected to the Coco Palms Resort.

UH-Mānoa gets in the mobile esports game, hosting ‘Mobile Legends: Bang Bang’ tourney

Eight college teams from UH-Mānoa, University of Guam, Northern Marianas College and Brigham Young University-Hawaiʻi recently battled it out for the Aloha Collegiate Cup in the ‘Mobile Legends: Bang Bang’ event

AARP expert warns Hawaiʻi homeowners to beware of contractor fraud

“Disasters unfortunately attract crooked contractors,” said Greenwood, who spoke at AARP Hawai`i Fight Fraud Together seminars in Kona and Hilo this week.

University of Hawaiʻi publishes spring 2024 commencement schedule for all 10 campuses

The Kauaʻi Commiunity College graduation will be held on Friday, May 10.

Lydgate Beach Park, Kamalani Playground to reopen Thursday

However, the Kaua’i County Department of Parks and Recreation reports Morgan’s Ponds will remain closed until further notice.

State Land Board to consider more than $3M in fines in death of Laysan albatross, destruction of native bee habitat on O‘ahu

The board on Friday will consider whether to approve the fines levied against several North Shore property owners.

State ranks among best for quality Pre-K programs; however, near bottom for access

The National Institute for Early Education Research 2023 State of Preschool report revealed the state ranks 44th for enrollment of 4-year-olds and 31st for 3-year-olds.

Friend of jailed Kaua‘i artist accused of threatening a councilman speaks out following court hearing

The court hearing was continued to May 7 to allow more time for a mental health and fitness examination from a state psychologist.

Ambulance service providers vying for contract as procurement process restarts following controversy

“We look forward and we’re very confident in our ability to provide all thatʻs required and requested and more,” said Speedy Bailey, the regional director for American Medical Response (AMR) in Hawaiʻi, in an interview on April 19.

Forum planned on Kauaʻi to get public involved in search for next UH system president

One 90-minute forum will be conducted on Kauaʻi. People can attend in person and via Zoom. A total of six county forums are slated during the week of April 30 through May 7.
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