Three OED Grant Opportunities are now open! Have an idea that can make a difference on Kauaʻi? Now’s your chance to apply! Innovation Grants – Support bold, community-driven solutions that address local challenges and strengthen Kauaʻi’s economy. Agriculture Farm Expansion Grants – Help small scale farmers grow and expand operations, improve local food production, and…
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UHERO FORECAST PROJECT Kauai Economic Outlook SummaryPrepared for the County of Kauai OIL SHOCK CLOUDS OUTLOOK FOR KAUAI MAY 29, 2026
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Talk Story Fast Kine: Michelle Rego on Supporting Local & Honoring a Kumu Hula Leināʻala. Talk Story Fast Kine, hosted by McKenna Maduli on Hawaii News Now, features an interview with Michelle Rego about the Kauaʻi Made Program and the lasting impact of the late Kumu Hula Leināʻala Pavao Jardin.
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The U.S. Small Business Administration is hosting a FREE Small Business Financing Workshop on Tuesday, April 21 from 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM in Kauai. This free workshop is a great way to learn about capital to start, grow, export and expand your business. Hear from USDA, DBEDT, SBA, HGIA, and TMC. Below is…
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Join us to celebrate Earth Month at Ho‘olaule‘a No Ka Honua on April 11! The public is invited to celebrate Earth Month at Ho‘olaule‘a No Ka Honua – A Celebration for the Earth, a no-cost, family-friendly event honoring sustainability, agriculture, and community on Kaua‘i. The fourth annual event will take place Saturday, April 11, from…
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📍 Līhu‘e: Help us shape the future of Haleko Road! We’re hosting a collaborative Design Charrette the week of Jan. 12, and we want to hear from YOU. Whether you walk, bike, or drive Haleko Road, your input is vital to making this corridor safer and more accessible for everyone. Join us for these interactive…
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Save the date for HTA’s third in-person DMAP community meeting. This meeting will take place on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, from 5 – 7 PM, at the Hanalei Neighborhood Center. We will be covering the same topics discussed at the previous West and East meetings. Key topics will be Enforcement & Safety, Resident Engagement &…
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Join a virtual meeting to learn and give input on HDOT’s planned projects on state highways to make it easier and safer to walk, bus and bike across Hawaii! Visit this link to register: www.bit.ly/HDOTNetwork
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Help Shape the Future of Agricultural Workforce Housing Affordable and reliable housing remains one of the biggest challenges for Hawaii’s agricultural workforce. To better understand the scope of this issue and inform future housing strategies and policies, our friends at GoFarm Hawaii are gathering input directly from both agricultural employers and employees. EMPLOYERS If you’re…
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The Future of Work 2026 Conference was held this September on Oahu and presented by the Workforce Development Council, the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii, and AE Consulting. Over 320 business leaders, educators, government officials, and community stakeholders explored actionable, county-focused solutions to creating a resilient workforce and advancing economic opportunity across the islands. One event…
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