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Gay & Robinson personnel help Kaua‘i firefighters extinguish brush fire that scorched 10 acres in Waimea
Shortly after 2 p.m. Aug. 5, multiple Kaua‘i fire units were dispatched to a brush fire reported on a property owned by Gay & Robinson, adjacent to the Paʻulaʻula State Historic Site and the Waimea River mouth.
Bird experts offer native honeycreepers a lifeline on Kauaʻi
Warmer climates in recent years have allowed mosquitoes to move to higher elevations, increasing the risk of disease to native forest birds such as the ʻakikiki and ʻakekeʻe, two critically endangered native Hawaiian honeycreeper species.
Kaua‘i Community College to host express enrollment night for trade programs
Some of the most popular trade programs at the community college on Kaua‘i include automotive technology, carpentry, welding and electronics technology. The school also offers internship opportunities.
Two systems in Eastern Pacific have forecasters’ attention; no tropical cyclone threats to Hawai‘i at this time
The National Hurricane Center is keeping an eye on two systems in the Eastern Pacific, including Tropical Storm Dora, but there is no indication at this time that either will impact or even come near Hawai‘i.
Kaua’i resident wins 2023 Kiwanis Kūpuna Spelling Bee
Lucy Douthitt took home the championship trophy during the 2023 Kiwanis Kūpuna Spelling Bee.
Shared heritage: Kaua‘i County, Ishigaki City of Japan reaffirm Sister City relationship
This year also marks the 60th anniversary since Kaua‘i County and Ishigaki City established their Sister City relationship, which began in May 1963.
Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative hosts 21st Annual Meeting
Presentations during the co-op’s Annual Meeting included information about key accomplishments in 2022, the 2022 Annual Report and an update to the co-op’s Strategic Plan.
Final approval given to settlement in class action lawsuit for delayed Native Hawaiian homestead awards
Payments from the $328 million settlement in the Kalima et al. v. State of Hawai‘i class action breach of trust lawsuit are expected to begin being distributed after Sept. 1.
As syphilis cases increase throughout Hawai‘i, state urges expanded screening, treatment
The Hawai‘i Department of Health is alerting health care providers throughout the state to be vigilant in screening for cases of syphilis in people who could become pregnant and during pregnancy, and is emphasizing recommendations for diagnosing and treating cases.
Judge rules in favor of state in $1M lawsuit about installation of fire alarm systems at 8 Hawaiʻi public schools
Judge Kevin T. Morikone on June 14 granted a summary judgment in favor of the state on several grounds in a lawsuit filed in 2022 by ʻOhana Control Systems Inc. that asserted 25 separate claims, including that the Education Department breached eight contracts to install fire alarm systems at schools on Oʻahu and Maui.
UPDATE: Tropical Storm Calvin continues to track toward Hawai’i Islands, 1,150 miles east southeast of Hilo
Calvin is now a tropical storm with sustained winds of 70 mph as it continues on a west northwest path at 16 mph and is located about 1,360 miles east southeast of Hilo.
UPDATE No. 2: Calvin continues churning over open ocean, still on track to move near or over Big Island
The tropical cyclone is now moving slightly faster at about 17 mph and remains over open ocean and on a track that looks to bring it to near or over the Big Island — possibly as a tropical storm — as early as Tuesday next week.
Don’t wait: Prepare now for Hurricane Calvin and other tropical cyclones
As Hurricane Calvin approaches the Central Pacific, continuing on a westward trek that looks to bring the storm — or its remnants — to Hawai‘i, possibly as early as Tuesday, it’s time to think about what you need to do to be ready.
New report shows good news/bad news scenario for Hawaiʻi’s sustainability goals
The most recent Voluntary Local Review was presented Wednesday by Hawai’i Gov. Josh Green to the United Nations during the High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development.
Island School grad wins 2nd place in 2023 Women’s History Essay Contest
The Kaua‘i Committee on the Status of Women is proud to announce Skylar Stewar is the second place winner in this year’s Women’s History Essay Contest. This year’s essay contest theme was “Your silence will not protect you.”
Emergency repairs planned for Wainiha bridge
Kūhiō Highway (Highway 560) will be intermittently closed at the Wainiha double bridges while emergency repairs are made to Wainiha Bridge No. 2 early this week. The repairs and closure are scheduled between 5:30 and 10:30 p.m. July 10.
Two new members named to Hawai‘i Tourism Authority board, including former Kaua‘i state representative
Blaine Miyasato and James Kunane Tokioka will serve four-year terms, ending June 30, 2026, on the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority Board of Directors. They succeed Hawai‘i Tourism Authority Board Chairman George Kam and member Keone Downing.
Several bills relating to kūpuna, people with disabilities, language access signed into law
The measures Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green signed into law Friday are measures meant to strengthen protections for kūpuna and those living with disabilities, support caregivers and provide funding for state departments and agencies that offer services and educational programs for elderly and disabled residents.
Green notifies state lawmakers of 11 vetoes
The measures Hawai’i Gov. Josh Green sent back to state lawmakers included bills relating to issues such as the state water code, the State Foundation on Culture and the Arts, special purpose digital currency licensure, certification of documents and more.
Seven bills related to enhancing safety on state’s roadways signed by governor
The bills the governor signed Thursday included measures focused on a range of issues, including vehicle weight, Safe Routes to School, driver’s license renewal and others.
