The Kaua‘i District Health Office was one of the first to provide translated educational COVID-19 materials. Among its staff, the KDHO has the ability to…
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Normally, the Friendship House off Kuhio Highway at Kealia Bluff would be bustling. But due to the coronavirus pandemic, capacity and activities are limited. Friendship…
Edward Kawamura Sr. wasn’t interested in being labeled a “Hometown Hero.” Kawamura, the owner of Kawamura Farms, felt getting named such an honor comes from…
The Kaua‘i branch of the Medical Reserve Corps has 127 volunteers. Of that, one volunteer is assisting with houseless outreach. Some are assisting with meal…
KOLOA — The catalyst that motivates Kaina Makua to serve the people of Kaua‘i can be summarized in two words: “broken systems.” Every Friday for…
How many Kapa‘a High School Warrior supporter shirts does Dr. Monty Downs have? Jen Chahanovich, the president and CEO of Wilcox Medical Center, said Dr.…
Pelika Andrade’s attitude towards being nominated to be a Hometown Hero personifies what it is to be one. Andrade, a Hawai‘i Island extension agent for…
In April and May, Malama Kaua‘i helped deliver 6,000 bags of local produce to families in need. The money from those purchases went to local…
Bart Thomas is a hometown hero, said Kimmy Achuara in a nomination email. “I can’t even begin to tell you how much this man has…
When are we gonna go back? The Special Olympics Kaua‘i athletes want to know, said Leona Sa McDermott, a Special Olympics coach. That may be…