Black Pot Beach clean-up on Saturday
HANALEI — Hanalei Watershed Research Foundation in cooperation with the county’s Kaua‘i Parks & Recreation is hosting another beach clean-up this Saturday, June 26, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Hanalei Black Pot Beach, aka “Da Pier.”
KCSC, others, continue to benefit from ‘Rise to Work’ program
WAIMEA — Nonprofits, including Kaua‘i Community Science Center in Waimea, joined the county’s “Rise to Work” program in April, which was relaunched by the county’s Office of Economic Development.
New program at Hokuala Golf Course
LIHU‘E — There is a new golf academy on Kaua‘i for both keiki and adults at both the Ocean Course at Hokuala in Lihu‘e and Kukuiolono Golf Course in Kalaheo.
Despite drop, Kaua‘i’s jobless rate still highest in the state
HONOLULU — As the state Department of Labor & Industrial Relations Tuesday announced that the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for May was 8.1% compared to 8.5% in April, Kaua‘i’s unemployment rate has continued to drop also, and was down to 11.3% in May of 2021.
American Savings Bank collecting school supplies and funds
PUHI — American Savings Bank has partnered with Helping Hands Hawai‘i for the seventh year to raise funds and collect school supplies as part of HHH’s Ready to Learn Campaign.
Five educational bills on the governor’s veto list
HONOLULU — Gov. David Ige has informed state leaders and lawmakers on his intent to veto 28 bills out of the 260 passed during the 2021 legislative session, including one that would pay bonuses to teachers.
Waimea 400 parcel discussion continues
The County of Kaua‘i Planning Department hosted its second Waimea 400 Master Plan conceptual alternatives community meeting virtually Thursday.
Two historians honored with awards
LIHU‘E — Two Kaua‘i historians and two preservation projects were honored at the 47th annual Preservation Honor Awards, hosted by the Historic Hawai‘i Foundation online in May.
BOE resolution concerns parents, union
HONOLULU — There were mixed feelings regarding the state Board of Education’s resolution on the opening of schools for the 2021-22 school year during the board’s virtual meeting on Thursday.
Street art seeks to help native birds
LIHU‘E — Over the past two months, local artist Trysen Kaneshige has painted murals of Hawai‘i’s native waterbirds and seabirds at the office of Archipelago Research and Conservation in Hanapepe, and at his hale in ‘Oma‘o.
BOE appoints interim school superintendent
HONOLULU — The state Board of Education appointed Waipahu High School Principal Keith Hayashi as the state Department of Education interim superintendent on Thursday.
North Shore Lions award scholarships
LIHU‘E — The North Shore Lions Club raised $50,000 at their annual golf tournament in January, which will be distributed to 33 students in need, and on Wednesday, Mayor Derek Kawakami presented a certificate with $4,000 to the top four students at the County Rotunda in Lihu‘e.
Playground Fitness Studio ready to welcome people in
WAILUA — Two women inspired to bring innovative exercise routines into the community found themselves getting creative during the restrictive pandemic while still having some fun and helping others get stronger.
Kaua‘i condo prices skyrocket over five years
LIHU‘E — Condominium sales have increased over 55% over the past five years, Kaua‘i Realtors say.
Kaua‘i Lions Club installs officers
LIHU‘E — Over 15 Lions attended the Kaua‘i Lions Club new-officer installation ceremony at lion Jeff Venzon’s hale in Lihu‘e on Saturday.
Funds sought for Kaua‘i Made store
LIHU‘E — The county Office of Economic Development is seeking council approval at Wednesday’s meeting to receive and expend $50,000 from the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority to create a store for Kaua‘i Made products in Lihu‘e.
Kilauea Fine Jewelry now open at new Ahuimanu Shopping center
KILAUEA — Earlier this month, three woman joined forces to open Kilauea Fine Jewelry at the new Ahuimanu Shopping Center in Kilauea.
Koloa Rum partners with the Las Vegas Raiders
KALAHEO — Named the “Official Ultra-Premium Rum of the Las Vegas Raiders,” Koloa Rum will bring their award-winning rums to the global event’s destination, augmenting the stadium spectator experience.
Population of rose-ringed parakeets decreasing
KEKAHA — Researchers have documented a decrease in one of the most invasive avian species worldwide on Kaua‘i.
Yoga teacher plans return to competitive racquetball
Pineapple Yoga Kaua‘i celebrates 20 years of daily “Mysore-style” ashtanga yoga practice with instructor Eagle and his students on the North Shore.