NOAA ship Okeanos Explorer visits Hilo

HILO, Hawaii — A vessel dedicated to exploring the unknown parts of the ocean is docked this week at the Port of Hilo for the first time as the crew and scientists prepare for the next part of their expedition.

Volunteers honored on Patriots Day

LIHUE — Gov. Josh Green said Wednesday was “fitting” to acknowledge and recognize the Kauai Retired and Senior Volunteer Program, the group’s sponsor, the Agency on Elderly Affairs and the many RSVP volunteers for their dedication and unwavering commitment to public service in our community of Kauai.

Kapaa girls volleyball gets win No. 3

LIHU‘E — Kapa‘a High School girls volleyball picked up its third straight victory on Tuesday night to claim the lead in the Kauai Interscholastic Federation first round.

Happy Camper for Friday, September 13, 2024

Congratulations, Leona Sa McDermott, Lisa Aki, and all the supporters of Kauai Special Olympic athletes for getting past the $25,000 goal for the Badges and Buckets event that brought some excitement to the Walmart store, last week.

Spy for China gets 10 years in federal prison

A former officer with the Central Intelligence Agency who admitted stealing classified information with his late brother and giving it to China in exchange for money, travel and other compensation will spend 10 years in federal prison, Chief U.S. District Court Judge Derrick K. Watson decided Wednesday.

Births for Friday, September 13, 2024

• Ansen Tanielu Leo Lenard Tafua • Charlotte Eva Naholopapa Boeder • Keeley Beth Kershner • Kaizhen Anakalei Kaulana-o-Namolokama Birtodaso • Taenan Dizzle Kupale Keiki ‘O ‘Ka‘aina Hakalau McCarthy-Workman • Astrid Kaia Higashi Magno