Free seminar next week offers advice for exporters
The state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism and Hawaii Pacific Export Council offer a free seminar next week for anyone interested in exporting items to other countries.
Women in Theatre present ‘The Plight Before Christmas’
The Women in Theatre production of “The Plight Before Christmas” premiers this week at WIT’s new theater space in Kukui Grove Center, next to Kauai Bakery.
Here’s what it takes to run for local office
Essentially, any Kauai resident who is a U.S. citizen, registered voter and at least 30 years of age can run for mayor. For county council, the requirements are the same except for the age requirement.
The unemployment rate is so low, businesses must recruit, adapt
“Many businesses on Kauai are having great difficulty finding and retaining qualified employees as a result of the low unemployment rate,” said Mark Perriello, president and CEO of the Kauai Chamber of Commerce.
Neighborhood dispute escalates
A former Kauai police detective who relocated to Oahu was issued a temporary restraining order against his neighbors after increasing conflicts.
Sandy Webster has received three kidney transplants from her family
Kalaheo resident Sandy Webster has a lot to be thankful for. On three occasions, the most important men in her life have donated a kidney to her.
Darn right it’s cold
Record-breaking low temperatures were recorded on Kauai on Monday and Tuesday.
Slack key guitar is music to the ears
Hundreds of residents and visitors turned out at the Kauai Marriott Resort & Beach Club in Lihue Sunday for the silver anniversary of a slack key guitar festival.
Kapaa High computer club fundraising for trip to Silicon Valley
The newly formed Kapaa High School Computer Science Club is fundraising for a trip to Silicon Valley, having already set up appointments to see experts at Google, Facebook, and other tech companies there.
Talk Story with Kevin Matsunaga
Kevin Matsunaga, media productions teacher at Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School, inspires students to follow their dreams.
Real estate prices continue climbing
Real estate sales and prices continue to grow on the Garden Isle.
Legacy of a loved art
Slack key musicians share heart and soul; concert Perpetuates Hawaiian Culture
Gary’s Service celebrates 50 years of business
Gary’s Service Inc. offers auto repair, brake service, maintenance and inspections for new customers and ohana that have been returning since its opening in 1967.
Hawaiian Air looks to hire former Island Air staff
About 400 Island Air employees lost their jobs when the airline closed after 37 years of interisland service. About 25 were on Kauai.
Hotel working with county
In August, the county Planning Department issued violations to Hanalei Bay Resort for illegal dwellings and insufficient parking.
Thanksgiving meals are available for those in need
Community meals will be filling bellies and hearts for Thanksgiving. A turkey lunch is set for this Sunday, and a vegan dinner is set for next Thursday.
Travelers ‘stuck’ by Island Air closure
Many customers, even employees at Lihue Airport, were caught by surprise when told Island Air was ceasing operations at midnight Friday.
Dinner tonight honors Vietnam veterans
Vietnam veterans, many whom returned from combat to face bitter insults at home, will be honored with a special dinner tonight.
Job search begins for former Island Air employees
The state is offering job-placement assistance and other services to those recently laid off by Island Air.
Acting group finds new theater
The first opening production will be “The Plight Before Christmas” adapted by Fred Cusick and Diane Moore. The old-fashioned drama is loosely based on characters from Charles Dickens’Christmas Carol.