President Declares National Disaster
Federal relief is on the way for Kauai and Oahu after President Donald Trump declared recent flooding and landslides on Hawaii as a national disaster on Tuesday.
Recognition for Kauai historical preservation
Kauai Historical Society president, Robert Schleck, is being recognized for his life’s work. Historic Hawaii Foundation is honoring exemplary achievements in historic preservation during a celebration in Honolulu on May 23.
Gas prices climb even higher
The price of fuel is slowly climbing, and island residents are feeling the pinch at the pump.
Songs of Hope
While attending Thursday’s National Day of Prayer ceremony in Lihue, I was reminded of the impact religion can have on music.
New medical facility opens at Princeville
North Shore residents need urgent care. Fortunately a new facility is opening to provide essential medical services.
May is music month on Kauai
Family and friends can enjoy an orchestral symphony this Sunday, with more music to come later this month. Kauai Community College is hosting three concerts, the first taking place this weekend.
Transient vacation rentals prohibited in areas recovering from flooding
Visitors should stay away from North Shore areas still recovering from the recent flood disaster, even though most of the island is open. “We’re actually working on a new map to put out to the visitors, so it’s really clear what’s open and what’s closed,” said Visitors Bureau Executive Director Sue Kanoho.
Monster of a musical
Musical monsters are sure to entertain. Kauai Performing Arts Center is presenting its “Addams Family” musical production until Sunday at Women In Theatre’s performance space in Kukui Grove Center.
Okinawan Festival is today and Saturday
Enjoy and experience Okinawan culture, food and dance while benefiting Kauai’s very own Okinawan club, Hui Alu.
Students sing with a star
Students are getting the chance to perform a concert with a bonafide music star. Kauai High School’s Music Department presents “Music with the Stars” tonight featuring student performances with Chorus, Jazz Raiders Ensemble, Ukulele Band, Concert Band and special guest musician Dr. Glen Medeiros, who graduated from the school in 1988.
Kauai people of various faiths join hands for unity in America
A diversity of prayers, songs and chants from different religious, languages and spiritual traditions on Kauai rang out from the Lihue Civic Center to celebrate the theme of “Pray for America — Unity” during the annual National Day of Prayer on Thursday.
‘A New Hope’ for curing cancer
May the fourth be with you in Waimea. Today, the historic Waimea Theater will present the original “Star Wars” movie as a fundraising event to benefit cancer research and support.
Good Samaritans arrive
Disaster recovery on Kauai is making progress with the help of good Samaritans. Samaritan’s Purse, a North Carolina-based Christian relief organization, on Wednesday landed at Lihue Airport with supplies and disaster specialists on the organization’s DC-8 cargo plane that departed from Greensboro.
Celebration of island culture benefits Malie Foundation
The community can experience island-style music and storytelling tattoos on Friday while helping to preserve and perpetuate Hawaiian culture. Malie Foundation is presenting a live concert and tatau competition, Na Lei Hiwahiwa, with proceeds benefiting the organization’s projects and scholarship fund. Live music will feature Josh Tatofi, a Grammy-nominated, Na Hoku Hanohano award winner for Best Male Vocalist and Best Island Album of the Year.
PATCHwork approach
Aw statewide community service organization is helping Kauai’s child care needs with support and service.
Geological, historical and cultural adventure
Take an adventure tour along the Napali Coast while raising funds to preserve Kauai’s history.
Looking for answers after flooding
Three meetings scheduled this week are aimed to respond to questions about disaster recovery, health concerns, relief loans and assistance. The first on Monday drew more than 100 people to the Koloa Neighborhood Center.
After the flood comes mold
Betsy Anderson has experienced toxic mold and seen its harmful effects long after floodwater recedes. The Kapaa resident of four years was fortunate to have been spared by recent floods, especially since she previously lost two homes and their belongings because of mold damage from similar wet-weatherevents.
Young musicians earn scholarships
The 48th annual Mokihana Club Music Scholarships were recently announced by chairwoman Susan Hironaka.
CKMS students win video honors
Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School students won awards in the state’s largest video contest with over 980 entries.