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Council rushing flood maps to FEMA

LIHU‘E — While some county councilmembers felt the bill could have used more discussion, a time crunch pushed their hands to pass amendments to the…

Kupuna get drive-thru Valentine’s goodies

Valentine’s Day took on a new twist this year because of the health and safety guidelines from the COVID-19 pandemic. Kupuna in the various Kaua‘i…

Schatz applauds federal virus funds for state

WASHINGTON — U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) commented this week on the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s agreement to reimburse up to $175 million to the…

2021 Women of Distinction event goes virtual

HONOLULU – Each year, Girl Scouts of Hawai‘i recognizes three of Hawaii’s most distinguished leaders through its annual Women of Distinction event. This year’s theme…

Pandemic increases mental-health risks

HONOLULU — The virus that causes COVID-19 is affecting the mental health of all Hawai‘i residents, but especially young adults and those whose household incomes…

Open Enrollment for Punana Leo Preschools

PUHI — Since implementing strict health and safety protocols at its preschool campuses statewide last summer, ‘Aha Punana Leo keiki and kumu have been able…

40% of KCC students are food-insecure

PUHI — Some 40% of Kaua‘i Community College students reported they are food-insecure, Chancellor Joe Daisy said last week. Based on a survey done last…