Voyager girls, Raider boys take preseason cross-country races
PUHI — Just six points separated the Kaua‘i High School girls cross-country runners from Island School when the Voyagers hosted a preseason “practice” run on Saturday.
Man sought in connection with homicide on Kaua‘i
KAHILI — A man wanted in connection with a homicide on Kahili Mountain Road remains on the lam nearly a week after he allegedly killed another person.
Happy Camper for Wednesday, September 13, 2023
Kudos, Jean Souza (do you realize that clouds are good indicators of natural disasters?) and the Kaua‘i Ocean Discovery for having the Cloud Charts and free COVID-19 tests (how many people stopped for theirs after the DMV ran out of their supply?) during the 9/11 National Day of Service (and Remembrance).
HOOSER: Green’s housing proclamation needs a reset
The recent bullying of a state employee at a public meeting and threats against her family on social media is totally unacceptable. Given the passion, the spread of misinformation, and the tragedy unfolding in West Maui, the frustration and anger may be understandable, but the threats are 100 percent not OK.
Births for Wednesday, September 13, 2023
• Onyx Cayne Titan Leleo Kinimaka Soares-Alquiza • Michael Tiger Keane Stern
Obituaries for Wednesday, September 13, 2023
• Margaret ‘Margie’ Ann Leina‘ala Ruiz • Emily ‘Millie’ Peggy Ruiz • Nobuko ‘Clara’ Kimata • Dr. Elinor Eastman Weeks • Yvonne NaOmi Puanani Mae Elaban • Gerald Ellamar Sr. • Florencia Tomboc Esplana aka Enciang • Alice N. Yamada • Rufina Butay • Carol E. Seshiki • Melchora Cadavona Balisacan • Leona Keonaonakapuakea ‘Balino’ Manguchei
Lahaina’s fire-stricken Filipino residents are key to tourism, local culture. Will they stay?
LAHAINA — Ambulance and fire truck sirens wailed outside as Elsie Rosales stripped linens from king-sized mattresses at a beachfront resort in Lahaina.
Sign up for Kaua‘i Middle School Cross-Country Championship Race
LIHU‘E — Run Club Kaua‘i announced the Kaua‘i Middle School Cross-Country Championship Race on Oct. 20 at the Island School campus, where the first Kaua‘i Interscholastic Federation preseason cross-country races were held.
Longtime ambulance firm protests state’s decision
LIHU‘E — A longtime emergency service provider for Maui and Kaua‘i is protesting the state’s decision to award a contract to a new provider, as the newly selected organization maintains it is committed to getting a signed agreement in place and begin servicing Hawai‘i.
Volcano alert level downgraded after latest Kīlauea eruption
HONOLULU — The alert level on Kīlauea, one of the most active volcanoes in the world, was downgraded Monday with no infrastructure threatened and no threat of significant ash emission into the atmosphere outside a limited area within Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park.
Obituaries for Tuesday, September 12, 2o23
• Irene Satsuki Cabral • Carol E. Seshiki
Kaua‘i halau sweeps kane class at Maui hula
MAUI — According to an individual traveling with Kumu Hula Troy Hinano Lazaro and Halau Ka Pa Hula O Hinano, the kane performers swept the kane class at the Ku Mai ka Hula competition that wrapped up on Saturday night at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center.
Visitor spending sets new high in July on Kaua‘i
LIHU‘E — Visitor spending on Kaua‘i jumped to its highest total of the year in July, as tourists continued to dig deep into their pockets and splurge while vacationing on the Garden Island.
Homecoming week nears for Kaua‘i High
LIHU‘E — The collaborative efforts by Kaua‘i High School students and Kukui Grove Center on Saturday during its monthly movie night served as an opportunity for the school to unveil its homecoming plans for this year’s celebration that runs from Sept. 18-23.
Hotels pull in big money for rooms in July on Kaua‘i
LIHU‘E — Hotels on the island of Kaua‘i posted the highest average daily rate of the year in July, as room prices continued to climb through the summer months.
Warriors hold off Menehune 31-22
HANAPEPE — A punt return for a touchdown and a bad Menehune snap was the difference on Saturday night, as Kapa‘a defeated Waimea 31-22 in a Kaua‘i Interscholastic Federation high school football game at Hanapepe Stadium.
Kilauea erupts after nearly two months of quiet
HONOLULU — Kilauea, one of the most active volcanoes in the world, began erupting Sunday after a two-month pause, displaying glowing lava that is a safe distance from people and structures in a national park on the Big Island.
Happy Camper for Monday, September 11, 2023
Auri Oshiro (she was helping mom Cher on Saturday during the pop-up at Kukui Grove Center) said Halloween is her favorite time of the year because of all the candy.
Births for Monday, September 11, 2023
• Ezlynn Mehanaonapua Lanning • Alexander Eduardo Orlang • Caden Kamaehu Kamakoakaukala‘iku Corpuz Dabin • Nalea Mei Godbehere-Blaylock
Obituary for Monday, September 11, 2023
• Carney J. Lindstedt
Kapa‘a resident circumnavigates Kaua‘i on paddle board
KEALIA — After years of planning, Kapa‘a resident David Vincent successfully circumnavigated the entirety of Kaua‘i on a paddle board in an effort to bring awareness to conservation of marine life.
9/11 National Day of Service on Monday
LIHU‘E — The Kaua‘i Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, known as the Kaua‘i RSVP, is partnering with Kaua‘i Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster, or Kaua‘i VOAD, will host a special event in partnership with Kukui Grove Center on Monday to honor the heroes of Sept. 11, 2001.
By proclamation West Maui will welcome back visitors next month
HONOLULU — Most of West Maui will officially reopen to travelers Oct. 8 under a new wildfire emergency proclamation signed on Friday by Hawai‘i Gov. Josh Green.
TAX MAN: Taxing government relief, emergency assistance
We’re still well into the aftermath of the Maui and Hawai‘i County wildfires. Our governments have opened up their coffers and have begun doling out lots of money toward disaster relief and emergency assistance.
Letter for Thursday, September 7, 2023
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