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.

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.

Jackie Nakamura wins NAPA Ladies Night

MANA — Jackie Nakamura, piloting a 2010 Toyota Corolla, topped the NAPA Ladies Night special race at the Aug. 10 drag races presented by the Garden Isle Racing Association (GIRA) at Kaua‘i Raceway Park in Mana.

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.

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.