The future workforce of tourism
Hawaii businesses can expand students’ horizons through the state’s largest workforce development program.
Renewable energy wins
Two Kauai youth are changing the way we look at renewable and sustainable fuels.
Democratic Party of Hawaii precinct meetings set
The Democratic Party of Hawaii Precinct Meetings are happening statewide on Wednesday. The party representative process will choose precinct and district officers and delegates to county and state conventions.
6 vie for 3 KIUC board seats
Six qualified candidates are vying for three positions on the Kauai Island Utility Cooperative board. The nonprofit co-op, Hawaii’s only member-owned electric utility, is making progress towards its goal of using renewable resources to generate 70 percent of Kauai’s power by 2030.
Leaders look for solutions to avoid overtourism
Tourist destinations around the world are reacting to growing numbers of visitors adding to congestion, increasing costs of living and disrupting fragile ecosystems. “This is our state’s largest industry, so we have to do a better job of addressing our parks, traffic and safety,” said state Rep. Nadine Nakamura, a Democrat who represents Wailua to the North Shore.
Bill proposes ‘death with dignity’
Hawaii residents may get the choice to end their lives if deemed terminally ill. State House Bill 2739 establishes a regulated process where an adult resident of the state with a medically-confirmed, terminal disease and less than six months to live may obtain a prescription for medication to end his or her life.
Kapaa students win statewide careers competition
Kapaa High juniors Haley Gokan, Victoria Hennessy and Hannah Collins-Doijode took first-place honors in the respective divisions of a statewide careers competition.
Island School presents ‘The Legend of Mulan’
Fifth-graders will be sharing an ancient Chinese legend this weekend. Island School students designed costumes, painted scenes and rehearsed lines to tell the story of “The Legend of Mulan” that dates back thousands of years.
Rock ‘n’ Roll love affair
Experience two of rock ‘n’ roll history’s most iconic legends performing their classic rock hits on Kauai. The Edgar Winter Group and The Rick Derringer Band are coming to Kauai during their four-island concert tour. This double-billed show features the Rock ‘n’ Roll Hall of Famers in “Still Alive And Well” — A Tribute to Johnny Winter Hawaii Tour 2018, tonight at the Aqua Beach Kauai Resort near Hanamaulu.
Family of six stays positive after blaze destroys home
A Kapaa family of six lost almost everything in a house fire — but they have not lost hope. The Meza family is recovering after their rental home was destroyed in a Feb. 17 blaze. They did not have insurance, but things have been easier to handle thanks to neighbors.
Lei shows love, support after mass shooting
Nearly 5,000 miles from Hawaii, the spirit of aloha helped comfort those in Parkland, Florida who experienced a mass shooting that left 17 dead.
Business is booming
Business is booming and consumer confidence is growing — including on Kauai. Island residents are purchasing second vehicles, buying new clothes and going out to dinner, while the increasing number of visitors is steadily impacting the economy.
Islanders create lei of aloha for Florida victims
When tragedy occurs, sometimes the only comfort is in a hug. “When you give a person a hug or even a smile, just a little gesture like that, it will encourage them,” said Cyrila Pycha, a volunteer creating the lei of aloha to present to families, students and teachers impacted by the recent mass shooting at a Florida high school.
Larry LaSota honored by Kauai American Red Cross
During emergencies, volunteers can make all the difference. Kauai’s American Red Cross counts on nearly 90 people to help during times of crisis. Dedicated volunteer Larry LaSota was chosen as the organization’s Volunteer of the Year for 2017.
State experiencing a shortage of nurses
With a severe shortage of nurses in Hawaii and throughout the country, some hospitals are finding it challenging to fully meet the medical needs of their communities.
Educators oppose arming teachers
The recent shooting in Florida that left 17 dead has prompted Hawaii schools to seek solutions for gun violence. Teacher Kevin Matsunaga, who has been instructing at Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School since 2000, believes the answer to the problem is not to put more guns into schools.
Italy comes to the Westside
Get a taste of Italy — on the Westside of Kauai. Italian restaurant, Kauai Pasta West, recently opened in Eleele for fine dining in a casual atmosphere. It was founded by local chef and owner of Kauai Pasta Lihue, Russell Stokes, who grew up on the Eastside and overseas both restaurant operations.
Energy project breaks ground
Hawaii’s largest hybrid solar energy storage system will be coming to 200 acres near Kauai’s South Shore. The battery system located on former sugar land is scheduled to become one of the biggest of its kind in the world.
Positive approach teaches understanding of dementia/Alzheimer’s
Caring for loved ones suffering from dementia and Alzheimer’s is challenging, emotionally and physically. “I was getting no sleep, it was very stressful on our marriage,” said Heather DeGeus, who was unsure how to care for her father after he began losing his memory and acting unusually.
Local pastors laud Graham’s message, humility
Pastor Rocky Sasaki with Kauai Island Ministries will miss Billy Graham. “But what he did will live on,” Sasaki said. “He always preached with dynamics and conviction.” Sasaki has always been a supporter, once visiting Graham’s church in North Carolina, standing on his pulpit, and being impressed with his humbleness and hospitality.