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‘Rita sets the standard’: Grand Hyatt Kaua‘i’s Norman receives 2025 Mālama Award

Resort’s leisure senior sales manager honored with Outstanding Achievement in Sales and Marketing Award, celebrating her excellence, integrity and service within the travel and visitor industry as well as her lasting impact on the Kaua’i community.

14 lane closures scheduled during week of Dec. 6-12 on Kaua‘i state roadways

Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Will any of these planned closures impact your commute or fun? Take a look and plan ahead now.

Surprise & Delight: Hawaiian Airlines, Honolulu Cookie Company partner up to bring tasty treat to travelers

The Hawai’i-based brands partnered to give some extra aloha and holiday cheer to people on several flights Thursday (Dec. 4) by greeting them with complimentary peppermint macadamia cookies on World Cookie Day.

Kaua‘i police provide alternate phone numbers to use during electrical maintenance

Scheduled electrical maintenance work this weekend could temporarily impact the non-emergency phone line for Kaua‘i Police Department. Police said the maintenance work is scheduled from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday (Dec. 6). Anyone who needs to make a non-emergency report during that time frame and who has difficulty reaching Kaua‘i Police Department on its […]

Volcano Watch: Tracking the growth of a new puʻu at Kīlauea volcano on Big Island

Hawaiian Volcano Observatory has been busy tracking the continued growth of this young geologic feature, which is visible from public viewing areas around the summit within Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.

Students, professional photographers team up for community exhibition

The event promises an evening of celebration, with food and refreshments and live music provided by Beya — star of “The Voice” and “Hawai‘i to the World” — and featuring Mr. Schmitz and Jam B.

Recall issued for some cheese products from Locatelli, Boar’s Head, Member’s Mark brands

The recalled cheese products are from the Locatelli, Boar’s Head and Member’s Mark brands sold through Sam’s Club and Foodland in Hawai‘i, which were potentially contaminated with the bacteria that causes listeriosis.

Kauaʻi Community College project measures degree value to keep grads on Garden Isle

The goal: Understand how Career and Technical Education pathways — such as carpentry, culinary, automotive and electrical technology — translate into livable wages, strengthening the local community.

National Weather Service issues coastal flood statement for all Hawai‘i coastlines

Peak monthly high tides combined with water levels higher than predicted will lead to minor flooding along shorelines and in low-lying coastal areas

New electric vehicle charging station under construction at Princeville Library

Construction completion and opening of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure program-funded charging station is anticipated for February 2027.

TikTok parent company sued by Hawaiʻi; lawsuit alleges keiki harmed, public mislead by social media giant

Hawaiʻi’s lawsuit alleges TikTok deliberately exploited its users for economic gain; it’s main objective to build on compulsive use, structuring the platform to keep users engaged as long as possible.

Apply now for fiscal year 2026 Kaua‘i Cultural Programs and Events Grant

Deadline to apply is 4 p.m. Dec. 31. All proposals must be submitted online. Grants support projects and events that enrich the Garden Isle’s cultural landscape, enhance experiences and align with community priorities.

Trump threatens SNAP benefits again if Democratic-controlled states don’t comply

Trump’s administration says funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also still commonly referred to as food stamps, will not be distributed starting next week unless those states give up requested information about benefit recipients.

Support for home gardeners: University of Hawaiʻi seeks input to shape new programs

Researchers are looking to document everything from the types of crops grown and water usage to educational resources and support for home gardens.

Show University of Hawaiʻi students they are supported by making a gift on Giving Tuesday

Make a meaningful difference in a University of Hawaiʻi student’s life this Giving Tuesday; help them stay focused when unexpected challenges arise and know they are cared for, valued and able to thrive.

Salvation Army Hanapēpē Corps launches Red Kettle season; sign up to ring bell now

Sign-up for volunteer bell ringers opened at the end of November; make a difference in the Kaua’i community and create a new holiday tradition by participating in The Salvation Army Red Kettle fundraising campaign.

State celebrates 2025 recipient of Suzanne Richmond-Crum Award on World AIDS Day

Kunane Dreier is this year’s award recipient, being honored for his outstanding contributions to HIV services in Hawai‘i.

Veterans Affairs houses largest number of homeless veterans in 7 years

Veterans Affairs Pacific Islands Health Care System helped house 459 veterans locally during fiscal year 2025.

Officials advise no swimming, ocean activities along north-facing shores

Hazardous ocean conditions and high current activity continue throughout the northern district of the island because of an extra-large northwest swell and warning level high surf conditions, which are forecast to continue through noon Monday.

Road closures, other changes announced for upcoming 2025 Lights on Rice Parade

This year’s Lights on Rice Parade starts at 6:30 p.m. Friday (Dec. 5), rolling out from Vidinha Stadium and ending at the Historic Kaua‘i County Building on ‘Eiwa Street after traveling down Ho‘olako and Rice streets.
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