Alakai finds a home
Kauai has a new school. Alakai O Kauai Public Charter School continues enrollment today for a grand total of 165 students.
Starlighters out
After more than six decades of playing swing music on Kauai, the Starlighters big band will be performing their last show tonight.
Residents push for general plan with stronger limits on growth
The county council began updating and amending the general plan at a planning committee meeting on Wednesday attended by about 50 people.
Bissell named to Puerto Rico council
David Bissell, Kauai Island Utility Cooperative’s president and chief executive officer, has been named to the Puerto Rico Electric Power Authority’s Transformation Advisory Council.
Kauai Historical Society shares stories of the past
History may be best explained through art, and this week, Carol Kouchi Yotsuda will share her World War II story through hand-sewn artwork and black-and-white photos.
Preschoolers visit Kukuiula’s farm
Kids love playing with dirt. On Friday, preschoolers from The Koloa Early School got the opportunity to do that while learning about sustainable farming at The Upcountry Farm at Kukuiula.
Letters to Santa help kids
Macy’s doubled up on donations to Make A Wish Hawaii, $2 for every letter to Santa dropped off in a special mail box in the Kukui Grove Center store. They will give the organization $1 for every letter dropped now through Dec. 24.
Mayor candidates state cases
The Kauai Board of Realtors’ annual trade show attracted more than 100 Realtors, nearly 40 exhibitors, and the county’s three mayoral candidates.
Council OKs tax hike
On Wednesday, the county council approved Bill 2670 to establish a general excise and use tax surcharge.
Mail now for delivery before Christmas
Procrastinators beware. Deadlines are quickly approaching for regular mail and courier delivery to off-island destinations in time for Christmas.
Ismael Tabalno helps people get around with a smile
With the help of his 80-year-old brother Vince, the two Filipino-Chinese entrepreneurs started two fitting businesses, Kauai Wheelchair and A1 Lift Taxi & Tours. Now they have four standard wheelchairs and a transport chair with small wheels for island tours.
Vehicle sales ramping up
New auto sales are speeding up. New light vehicle registrations are forecast to reach over 60,000 statewide by the end of the year, according to a recent study by Hawaii Auto Outlook.
Statewide scholarships available
The Hawaii Rotary Youth Foundation scholarship application process is underway for $250,000 in scholarship grants to be awarded in April.
Hawaii ranks healthiest for retirees
Hawaii is a popular vacation destination, but it’s also one of the healthiest places for seniors to retire, according to a recently published ranking.
Mayoral candidates attend trade expo
Candidates at trade expo
Timbers Kauai keeps rising
Construction is underway at Kukii Point and along Hokuala’s Ocean Golf Course, just east of Kalapaki Bay, on the Timbers Kauai Ocean Club & Residences.
Lights on Rice parade delivers the spirit of Christmas early
The annual Lights on Rice parade, Friday night along Rice Street, once again drew thousands of residents and visitors.
Some on Kauai had no idea what wailing tone was all about
Some residents and visitors did not have a clue what that wailing tone siren was around 11:45 a.m. Friday, while others said if North Korea sends a nuclear missile our way, it will be time to say our alohas and mahalos.
Ready for the real deal
Agencies launch massive search in training exercise to find 100-pound mannequin
Coast Guard rescues fisherman after boat has engine trouble
A Kapaa fisherman was rescued after he became stranded at sea when his boat engine failed on Tuesday morning.