HIDOE data shows big disparities in academic achievement
LIHU‘E — Just 23% of economically disadvantaged students tested on or above grade level in English language arts in Hawai‘i public schools, while 51% of non-high-needs students tested on or above grade level.
Mental-health-awareness project helps students
LIHU‘E — Last year, Mel Corpuz started to fall behind in his studies during his senior year at Kaua‘i High School.
19th annual Day of Thanksgiving kicks off Saturday
‘Ohana Christian Fellowship hosts its 19th annual Day of Thanksgiving outreach today from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Waipouli Town Center.
KFD responds to Lihu‘e post office smoke
LIHU‘E — Shortly after its 8 a.m. opening on Wednesday morning, the Lihu‘e United States Post Office on Rice Street was evacuated after smoke was detected.
Alaka‘i O Kaua‘i in violation of charter contract
LIHU‘E — A newly adopted distance-learning program used at Alaka‘i O Kaua‘i has put the school in violation of its charter school contract, the State Charter School Commission ruled Monday.
Braddah Dave’s Taro Burger to hit Times, Big Save markets
HANALEI — “The taro must get out.” That is Braddah Dave’s Taro Burger owner David McEntee’s motto, and it’s helped him get through some challenging times.
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.
Kaua‘i County Council moves cesspool bill forward
LIHU’E — A county program to utilize over $1 million in forgivable loans to covert or close existing cesspools is one step closer to becoming law.
‘Ahuimanu Shopping Center signs Hanalei Surf, Kaua‘i Athletic Club
KILAUEA — With the new ‘Ahuimanu Shopping Center now 98% leased, Kilauea shoppers can look forward to the addition of some well-established Kaua‘i businesses and new brands.
Kaua‘i contractors navigate supply chain disruptions
LIHU‘E — Construction is booming on Kaua‘i, but snags are complicating the workflow.
Drive-thru trick-or-treating at Anaina Hou Community Park Friday
KILAUEA — Tonight, Anaina Hou Community Park is hosting a haunted hale drive-thru trick-or-treating event for keiki starting at 6:30.
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.
Tests show Hawai‘i pupils lagging in math, English
LIHU‘E — Hawai‘i public-school students are falling behind national standards.
Aina Ho‘okupu O Kilauea pumpkin giveaway Friday
KILAUEA — Aina Ho‘okupu O Kilauea is hosting a free carving pumpkin giveaway tomorrow at its Kilauea location beginning at 5 p.m. and then again on Saturday at 10 a.m.
Kaua‘i Community College enrollment dip
PUHI — The University of Hawai‘i system saw the first enrollment increase in a decade this semester.
How Kaua‘i event organizers deal with COVID restrictions
LIHU’E — Large weddings and conferences are making a comeback after over a year of being downsized or digitized and event planners are staying busy.
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.