Real Estate Directory for August 23, 2024
Food Drive Day on Saturday
LIHU‘E — The Hawai‘i Foodbank Kaua‘i will host its largest fundraising event of the year, Food Drive Day, on Saturday.
Rob donates and gets a guitar
LIHU‘E — Rob Silverman of Rob’s Good Times Grill donated $15,000 to the Cedarhurst Center for the Arts in Mount Vernon, Illinois, on Wednesday.
Hawaiian Telcom to complete Kaua‘i fiber expansion by year’s end
LIHU‘E — Hawaiian Telcom on Thursday, Aug. 22, announced that it will complete its fiber infrastructure expansion on Kaua‘i at the end of this year.
Honolulu police chief scores high in evaluation
HONOLULU — Two years into his tenure as Honolulu’s 12th police chief, Arthur “Joe” Logan is exceeding expectations as a leader, innovator and a cost saver while needing to improve internal and external communications, according to his second annual review by the Honolulu Police Commission.
Some school bus routes to resume Monday in Central O‘ahu
HONOLULU — The state Department of Education has announced that 20 previously suspended school bus routes in Central O‘ahu will be reinstated starting Monday, restoring service for approximately 604 students across seven schools.
Street vendor bill debated, but unresolved
HILO, Hawai‘i — A Hawai‘i County Council proposal to issue permits to vendors allowing them to sell on county roads generated debate, but wasn’t resolved on Tuesday.
Obituaries for Friday, August 23, 2024
Jackie Nakamura wins NAPA Ladies Night
Potentially severe weather on the horizon
LIHU‘E — Due to the increase of activity in the Pacific, Kaua‘i officials are warning island residents to stay vigilant and prepared for any potential severe weather.
Early registration has benefits at ‘Ohana Fit Fest
PRINCEVILLE — Early registration to the ‘Ohana Fit Fest earn discounted fees and eligibility for an opportunity to earn $200 in dining at the Kalypso Restaurant in Hanalei, said Ken Rosenthal, a North Shore Give board member and the co-creator of the ‘Ohana FitFest.
Movie Night on Friday at Kaua‘i Veterans Center
LIHU‘E — Kaua‘i veterans will be hosting a movie night on Friday at Kaua‘i Veterans Center.
Elite forces focus on protecting the region
HONOLULU — Last week members of the world’s most elite military units gathered in Honolulu for an inaugural conference on special operations forces — or SOF — in the Pacific region.
Happy Camper for Friday, Aug. 23, 2024
The Aloha Cold Brew is no stranger to shoppers who visit the craft fairs and special events featuring craft vendors. Thank you, road closures and detours, a visit to the Hawai‘i Foodbank Kaua‘i (they’re hosting the Food Drive Day on Saturday at locations around Kaua‘i), found the Aloha Cold Brew + Deli food truck parked on Haleukana Street. Donya McKnight said the food truck is open on weekdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (when is lunch hour?). And, if she has time, you can always talk to her about those cement planters and forever plants.