Monty wants you to be a ‘Child Water Watcher’
Dr. Monty Downs is all about saving lives. Not just as a doctor, but as president of the Kauai Lifeguard Association, too.
Fun runs in Koloa
KOLOA — Eddie Lyons waved and smiled as he crossed the finish line of Sunday’s Koloa Plantation Days 5k run.
Hanalei Bay Swim Challenge brings out 168 swimmers
HANALEI — For someone who came out just to have some fun, Erick Fleck swam pretty fast in Saturday’s 12th Hanalei Bay Swim Challenge.
Garret Tehero reflects on a beloved son Jordan
LIHUE — Garret Tehero was expecting a few hundred people at his son Jordan’s funeral.
Officer’s action a tribute to police
These days, with all the stories about police brutality, police overreacting, police shootings, police coverups, it’s easy to get the impression that police are really up to no good, that they can’t be trusted.
State approves fourth cannabis dispensary on Hawaii Island
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health has issued a formal notice to proceed to Lau Ola LLC, dba Big Island Grown Dispensaries for its third licensed medical cannabis dispensary retail center after passing its final onsite inspection.
Next stop: ‘Chicago’
Emma Aodhagain plays Roxie Hart in the Hawaii Children’s Theatre After Dark version of “Chicago” that opens next week.
Singing with the Smiths
Every now and then, I find a treasure at a thrift store. My most recent might be the best yet.
Mark Goodman: Walking tall — and fast
When Mark Goodman found himself trailing four others in the early miles of the Haena to Hanalei 8 mile walk on June 29, he figured maybe this was not his year.
Surf’s up and so is ‘Unstoppable’
If you’re a Bethany Hamilton fan, if you know of her story, if you’re a surfer, if you call Hawaii home, you’ll love “Unstoppable.”
Mayor: Raves welcome, not rants
When Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami was asked how the business community could help him and the county be successful, he didn’t hesitate with a simple, lighthearted answer.
HCT’s ‘Frozen, Jr.’ opens tonight for three-day run
David Braman is 11 years old. Olaf is a giant snowman. Already, they’re best friends.
Props to the props master
When “Frozen, Jr.” comes alive this weekend, give props to Kharma Stambaugh for the props.
The man behind the moves of ‘Frozen, Jr.’
Ethan Whatmore grew up involved in Hawaii Children’s Theatre. He participated in the “Summer Stars” program. He was in the fall musicals. He took part in the “After Dark” productions.
HCT gala tonight
Hawaii Children’s Theatre’s “Summer Stars” program presents “Rising Stars Gala Showcase and Fundraiser” tonight at the Kauai War Memorial Convention Hall. Doors open at 5:30. Enjoy dinner, homemade baked goods and a silent auction before the show starts at 6:30. Tickets are $10 at the door.
Swim, run, and join the double-double club
I have completed what I call the double-double two or three times, I’m not sure.
Sharing Hawaiian wisdom
HANALEI — Restoring canoes, said Kamealoha Hanohano Smith, is just the beginning.
Special delivery
Kerstin Tennberg wasn’t sure what the three guys in yellow shirts wanted when they knocked on the door of her Koloa home Saturday.
Maluhia Road spruced up for Koloa Plantation Days
Richard Jim wasn’t sure what the plans were for Saturday morning, so he asked his wife, Jenny.
‘Edge of Paradise’ is a must-see
If there is one documentary about Kauai you must see, it’s “The Edge of Paradise.”