Visiting St. Louis wins one, ties two in boys soccer
LIHU‘E — According to information provided by Michael Curtis of the Kaua‘i Interscholastic Federation soccer officials team, St. Louis Intermediate boys soccer team played over the weekend — one game on Friday at Bryan J. Baptiste Sports Complex and two contests at the Hanapepe Stadium on Saturday.
Kona low to produce heavy rainfall on Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau
LIHU‘E — A Kona low is forecast to take aim at Kaua‘i. The island is predicted to be the most heavily impacted in the Hawaiian Island chain due to severe weather conditions this week, as officials urged residents to prepare for heavy rain and flash flood conditions.
Letter for Tuesday, November 28, 2023
• Enterococci
Obituary for Tuesday, November 28, 2023
• William Val Badua
Waimea wins second straight Division II championship
MILILANI, Hawai‘i — An old school ground and pound attack propelled Waimea High School to its second straight First Hawaiian Bank Hawai‘i High School Athletic Association Division II football championship at John Kauinana Stadium in Mililani on O‘ahu on Saturday.
PAL Kaua‘i, KIFB deliver holiday food
KEKAHA — Permanently Affordable Living Kaua‘i and Kaua‘i Independent Food Bank partnered on Wednesday to deliver a box of holiday food to formerly houseless tenants at Kauhale O Kekaha.
CHRISTMAS FUND: Couple hoping for art supplies for their little girl
LIHU‘E — Through Christmas Eve, The Garden Island will share daily, front-page stories about families and individuals (we don’t use their real names), who are facing challenges and would appreciate a little help this holiday season.
Cyber Saints lead robotics race to states
LIHU‘E — Ember Lyonlore, of the Honu Warriors robotics team from Kapa‘a Middle School, said their machine finished 13th out of 17 available spots during the last robotics tournament held at Wilcox Gymnasium at Island School.
Armed robbery suspect arrested
LIHU‘E — A man wanted in connection with an alleged armed robbery was arrested more than a week after he jacked a vehicle at gunpoint at Ahukini Landing.
Alaka‘i turkey trotters take on a wet course
KAHILI — Alaka‘i O Kaua‘i Public Charter School hosted its fourth Turkey Trot for more than 200 students on Wednesday under what director DJ Adams described as “challenging” conditions at the school’s campus in Kahili Valley.
Happy Camper for Monday, November 27, 2023
What a marathon weekend of openings (congratulations to Sheldon and Kristyn Peralta of Bubbah’s Toy Box on being able to open the doors of Sissy’s Stationary and Stuff that had a line waiting on Saturday morning) … Sheldon said they’ve got more stuff coming so make sure to stop by.
Obituaries for Monday, November 27, 2023
• Kale ‘Dudi Boy’ Kahepu‘u Spencer Makua • Jason Richard Burrell • Anastacion (Ana) Agpaoa • Danny Lillo Crain
TAX MAN: Wholesaling: What you don’t know about the rate
Every so often, we at the Foundation are asked about Hawaii tax laws. A couple of recent inquiries focused on when the “Wholesale Rate” in the Hawaii General Excise Tax (GET) kicks in.
New Habitat for Humanity homes are reasons to be thankful
WAIMEA — Kaua‘i Habitat for Humanity homebuyers — Claudia “Marlene” Osuna, Tanya Numazawa, Napua and Keala Pi‘imanu, Roddy Cachero and Kirri Anderson, Erica Keogh and John “JD” Irons, and Hayley-Jay Kaeo — had reason to celebrate Thanksgiving at the Waimea Huakai subdivision during the blessing and dedication of the six completed homes by Kaua‘i Habitat on Wednesday.
Kapa‘a Interfaith Association gives thanks
KAPA‘A — Deacon Mary Margaret Smith, of the St. Michael and All Angels Church, said the wonderful thing about the Community Thanksgiving Lunch is to see all the people coming together, regardless of beliefs, and enjoying each other’s company at the All Saints Gym on Thursday.
Roadwork for Nov. 26 – Dec. 2
LIHU‘E — A number of post-holiday projects along local roads are scheduled this week with the most acitivity in Lihu‘e, the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation said in its weekly update.
Koke‘e Museum turns 70
LIHU‘E — The Koke‘e Natural History Museum first opened its doors on Nov. 28, 1953, by the Kaua‘i Historical Society (KHS).
Zonta Club of Kaua‘i celebrates ‘16 Days of Activisim’
LIHU‘E — The Zonta Club of Kaua‘i joined other Zonta Clubs around the world in celebrating the start of “16 Days of Activism” on Nov. 25.
Maui residents wonder if their burned town can be made safe. The answer? No one knows
When Daniel Skousen scrubs at the ash and soot covering his Maui home, he worries about the smell.
CHRISTMAS FUND: Disabled man could use a newer bike
Kurt is a kind man, who is disabled. He likes helping and sharing with others. His only mode of transportation is a very old bike and he could use a newer one.
Happy Camper for Saturday, November 25, 2023
Congratulations, Sheldon and Kristyn Peralta of Bubbah’s Toy Box, who will open the doors to Sissy’s Stationary & Stuff (stationary and Little Kitty items were good sellers during the many pop-ups at Kukui Grove) from 10 a.m. on Saturday through Dec. 30 in the space located next to Game Stop at Kukui Grove Center.
County of Kaua‘i aims to recoup search and rescue costs
LIHU‘E – Following a number of recent rescues on the island, the Kaua‘i County Council is working to pass a bill that aims to make it easier to charge people for the cost of being rescued, as well as establish a donation fund to assist with paying for the county’s search and rescue operations.
ISLAND HISTORY: Herman Widemann – Queen Liliuokalani’s defense lawyer
In 1836, an adventurous young man named Herman Widemann (1822-1899) from Hanover, Germany signed on board a whaleship and sailed off for a cruise through the vast Pacific.
CRITTER: Invasive lemonpeel angelfish found in Hawaiian waters
I was out scuba diving in Kaneohe Bay recently shooting a video of the corals, when I noticed a very pretty yellow fish back in a cave. It did not look like a butterfly fish or a yellow tang due to its shape and when I got closer and turned on my bright lights I noticed a bright blue circle around its eyes.
JONES: Thanksgiving for our buffet of blessings — from A to Z
The perfect way to celebrate this special time of year is to give thanks with a grateful heart while reflecting upon the miracle in the mirror. Surrounded by friends and family, we should all exercise gratitude today, one character at a time! Feast on the fun facts below, taking time to fully digest how you, and those around you, are fearfully and wonderfully made.