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Hawai‘i Tourism Authority launches dashboard to connect visitors with volunteer opportunities

“By integrating Kanu Hawai‘i’s system and their network of nonprofit organizations throughout the state, we are seamlessly connecting visitors with even more opportunities to improve our home for future generations,” said Daniel Nāho‘opi‘i, HTA’s interim president and CEO.

Communication issues continue to delay arraignment for man charged with killing dog, assaulting owner

Jason Mearns, 47, appeared via Zoom from the  O‘ahu Community Correctional Center (OCCC) for his arraignment and plea for the March 17 incident, which involved him reportedly strangling a dog to death and then assaulting the pet’s owner outside the owner’s Kōloa residence. 

Box Jellyfish signs up at Salt Pond Beach Park, safety official advise avoiding swimming

Ocean Safety Bureau officials have posted “Box Jellyfish” signs at Salt Pond and Po‘ipū beach parks.

Kaua‘i Fire Department, Ocean Safety Bureau host welcome and promotion ceremony

The departments honored 18 first responders Tuesday.

Marijuana legalization bill dead with state House panel’s decision not to deliberate

The panel’s move to sideline Senate Bill 3335, which was advanced by the Hawaiʻi state Senate Commerce and Consumer Protection and Ways and Means committees last month, essentially kills the bill this legislative session.

Last USS Arizona survivor dies at 102; flags ordered at half-staff

Lou Carter died April 1.

‘Death threat’ investigation against Kaua‘i councilman remains ongoing

 Kaua‘i County Councilmember Bill DeCosta remains on administrative leave from Kapa‘a High School due to an undisclosed January incident that coincided with the local politician receiving an alleged handwritten death threat back in January.

855 humpback whale sightings observed throughout state on final count day of 2024 Sanctuary Ocean Count, Great Whale Count

Volunteer citizen scientists collected data March 30 from 46 sites throughout the Hawaiian Islands.

Warning sirens to be tested April 1

The test is scheduled for 11:45 a.m. and will be accompanied by a test of the live audio broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System.

New hours begin April 1 for Kaua‘i police records services, firearms registration

The department’s Records Section is adopting the new schedule in an effort to significantly increase the public’s accessibility for walk-up window hours to include early morning, late afternoon and lunch hours.

Volcano Watch: Using acoustic signals to identify the start of the 2022 Mauna Loa eruption

The global volcano monitoring community routinely installs clusters of acoustic sensors called arrays on the flanks of volcanoes that can measure the audible noise (sounds we can hear) and the inaudible noise, which have frequencies that human ears can’t sense (infrasound).

$1.25M grant provides catalyst for new Asian-American, Pacific Islander environmental justice initiative at UH

The funding provides a catalyst for a cutting-edge interdisciplinary initiative complete with two new faculty positions, a humanities lab to develop new teaching materials and a dynamic forum for professional development and exchange of ideas.

Kaua‘i police offers new resource for residents to aid in crime investigations

City Protect is a program using technology that allows residents and businesses to voluntarily register their external security camera locations allowing law enforcement to view footage with their consent.

Arraignment for man charged with killing dog, assaulting owner postponed for third time

47-year-old Jason Mearns was scheduled to appear before Fifth Circuit Court Judge Randal Valenciano for his arraignment and plea for the Mar. 17 incident, which involved him reportedly strangling a dog to death and then assaulting the pet’s owner outside the owner’s Koloa residence. 

Local event: Easter brunch at Kōloa Landing Resort

The buffet will feature elevated classic dishes made with fresh, local ingredients. Menu items include a variety of local brunch specialties, such as Punalu‘u French toast, Kaua‘i kimchi fried rice and kalua pork hash. Those seeking a sweet treat can visit the sweet shop and enjoy ice cream, homemade brownies, and chocolate chip cookies.

Botanical gardens hosting monthly native plant giveaway

“It’s just really trying to invite our community to grow native plants and grow heritage crops and be part of environmental restoration.”

Hawai‘i Tourism Authority releases February Hotel Performance Report

For February 2024, the survey included 168 properties representing 48,046 rooms, or 86.0 percent of all lodging properties with 20 rooms or more in the Hawaiian Islands, including those offering full service, limited service, and condominium hotels. 

Man arrested in connection with Koloa dog strangling case

“A 35-year-old male resident of Kōloa was inside his residence when he heard a loud noise coming from where his dog was kept outside. Upon exiting the residence, the 35-year-old man found 49-year-old Jason Mearns lifting his dog off the ground by its chain,” the Kaua‘i Police Department said in a statement.

Community petition to revoke permits is denied as Coco Palms rebuild continues

The planning commission’s decision comes amid developer Reef Capital Partner’s announcement that they have reached key milestones in the demolition process, and that construction crews are actively working to complete the once-renowned Coco Palms Resort in 2026.

Looking for employment? Check out the Kaua‘i Job Fair

More than 50 businesses, representing a variety of industries on the Garden Isle, will offer an assortment of employment opportunities.
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