Stories by Laurel Smith

Kaua‘i median home price continues at $1M

LIHU‘E — The median sale price of homes on Kaua‘i was around $1 million last month, with condos selling at a median price of $729,000, according to a new report generated by Hawai‘i independent real-estate firm Locations.

Kiawe Roots plants down in Lawai

LAWAI — The family-owned and -operated Kiawe Roots is back open for takeout with a new Lawai location, after closing its Kukui‘ula location in December.

DLNR analyses outdoor rec concerns on Kauaʻi

LIHU‘E — The Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of State Parks invites people to review and provide suggestions to the Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation plan, or SCORP for short.

Sustainable Boost opens retail location in Wailua

WAILUA — Shoppers at the Kinipopo Shopping Center in Wailua enjoyed a different kind of pancake on Friday, ones which, while they had the appearance of a traditional pancake, had a pleasant potato-like flavor and a pudding-like texture on the inside.

Aina Ho‘okupu O Kilauea gives away 200 pumpkins

The joys of picking out the perfect gourd this fall were aided by Aina Ho‘okupu O Kilauea, where the community organization hosted a free carving-pumpkin giveaway Friday evening and Saturday morning.

North Shore access now 24/7

Kuhio Highway at mile marker 1, dubbed “Hanalei Hill,” is now open to two-way traffic all day every day, allowing motorists access to and from Hanalei, Wainiha and Ha‘ena without needing to wait for a convoy.