Trio lauded for going above and beyond
LIHU‘E — Klayton Kubo, Eben Manini and Tim O’Rourke represented the numerous community volunteers and first responders in demonstrating the “courage, resolve, and altruism” during the trio’s volunteer search efforts to locate a missing Kaua‘i community member, stated a Kaua‘i County Council Certificate on Wednesday during the Committee as a Whole meeting at the historic County Building.
State grants city more time to find new landfill
HONOLULU — The state Land Use Commission on Thursday officially granted Honolulu’s request to find Oahu’s next municipal landfill by the end of this year.
Culverts to be replaced on road through Kekaha
KEKAHA — The road through Kekaha is going to be more congested for motorists over the next several months.
Makakilo rock quarry gets 15-year extension
HONOLULU — A rock quarry on Oahu is going to be mined for longer than previously permitted and look different upon closure under a final regulatory decision made Wednesday.
Kilauea Visitor Center to close for next 2 years
HILO, Hawai‘i — Ongoing renovations at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park (HVNP) will shut down the Kilauea Visitor Center for the next two years.
‘Justice for Zoey’ fundraiser opens for Honolulu homicide victim Zoey He
HONOLULU — A GoFundMe account has been set up for donations to help the family of Zoey Suyun He, who was killed Aug. 9 — four days before her 26th birthday — in her boyfriend’s Seattle townhouse.
Lahaina financial awards available for about 400 eligible DOE workers
Gov. Josh Green this week announced a new initiative — Lahaina Honoring Employees’ Resilience and Optimism, or HERO, Awards — to recognize state Department of Education employees who have played critical roles in keeping Lahaina schools open following the Aug. 8, 2023, Maui wildfires.
Off-duty sheriff’s deputy allegedly points gun at fisherman
HONOLULU — A 35-year-old off-duty state sheriff’s deputy was arrested by Honolulu police after he allegedly pointed a gun at a fisherman in Maili during an argument.
Veterans push others to apply for the Honor Flight program
HONOLULU — Hawai‘i military veterans can apply for a free tour to Washington, D.C., in recognition of their service.
Red flag warning issued for leeward side of Kaua‘i
LIHU‘E — A red flag warning was issued for the leeward side of Kaua‘i because of high winds that could produce gusts over 50 miles per hour.
Trio lauded for going above and beyond
LIHU‘E — Klayton Kubo, Eben Manini and Tim O’Rourke represented the numerous community volunteers and first responders in demonstrating the “courage, resolve, and altruism” during the trio’s volunteer search efforts to locate a missing Kaua‘i community member, stated a Kaua‘i County Council Certificate on Wednesday during the Committee as a Whole meeting at the historic County Building.
Elite forces focus on protecting the region
HONOLULU — Last week members of the world’s most elite military units gathered in Honolulu for an inaugural conference on special operations forces — or SOF — in the Pacific region.
Movie Night on Friday at Kaua‘i Veterans Center
LIHU‘E — Kaua‘i veterans will be hosting a movie night on Friday at Kaua‘i Veterans Center.
Early registration has benefits at ‘Ohana Fit Fest
PRINCEVILLE — Early registration to the ‘Ohana Fit Fest earn discounted fees and eligibility for an opportunity to earn $200 in dining at the Kalypso Restaurant in Hanalei, said Ken Rosenthal, a North Shore Give board member and the co-creator of the ‘Ohana FitFest.
Potentially severe weather on the horizon
LIHU‘E — Due to the increase of activity in the Pacific, Kaua‘i officials are warning island residents to stay vigilant and prepared for any potential severe weather.
Street vendor bill debated, but unresolved
HILO, Hawai‘i — A Hawai‘i County Council proposal to issue permits to vendors allowing them to sell on county roads generated debate, but wasn’t resolved on Tuesday.
Some school bus routes to resume Monday in Central O‘ahu
HONOLULU — The state Department of Education has announced that 20 previously suspended school bus routes in Central O‘ahu will be reinstated starting Monday, restoring service for approximately 604 students across seven schools.
Honolulu police chief scores high in evaluation
HONOLULU — Two years into his tenure as Honolulu’s 12th police chief, Arthur “Joe” Logan is exceeding expectations as a leader, innovator and a cost saver while needing to improve internal and external communications, according to his second annual review by the Honolulu Police Commission.
Hawaiian Telcom to complete Kaua‘i fiber expansion by year’s end
LIHU‘E — Hawaiian Telcom on Thursday, Aug. 22, announced that it will complete its fiber infrastructure expansion on Kaua‘i at the end of this year.
Rob donates and gets a guitar
LIHU‘E — Rob Silverman of Rob’s Good Times Grill donated $15,000 to the Cedarhurst Center for the Arts in Mount Vernon, Illinois, on Wednesday.