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“Here on Kaua‘i, water makes it possible for our island communities to live and have life,” said Kaua‘i County Department of Water Manager and Chief Engineer Joe Tait. “Investing in water means investing in our future.”

“I know the list of people that are trying to get into housing is long, but don’t give up hope because you never know when things open up, so just stay in it.” — Kauaʻi Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami

The new lifeguard station at the beach home to “Back Channel,” an area known for strong currents with a history or drownings, replaces a roving patrol Kauaʻi Fire Department Ocean Safety Bureau previously used to cover the area in the aftermath of the 2018 North Shore floods and landslides.

The combination of deformation and geochemical datasets show the new fissure vents were the same magma source we have seen in previous fountaining episodes at the summit of the Big Island volcano and likely formed because the magma system was highly pressurized and simply forced its way along the easiest path to the surface.

The new guide, which University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa played a central supporting role in developing, helps managers decide whether a “conservation introduction” that moves a plant or animal outside its normal range is the right call, and how to do it responsibly.

Ticket sales for a Feb. 13, 2027, evening with 47-year-old Matisyahu — described by Miami New Times as “tremendous, zen-like and enlightening” — begin this Friday on the Anaina Hou website.

The Kauaʻi County Council has voted to absorb the $2.50 convenience fees for online motor vehicle and sewer service payments, a move prompted by a fire that disrupted walk-in services at the Kāpule Building.

Those who attend this year’s 29th annual Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Festival also can lend a hand by offering monetary or food donations to help support Kona and Līhuʻe Corps community services, such as food pantries and holiday assistance, that directly benefit neighbors in need.

The 2026 Foundational Technical Assistance workshops will provide information about how to expand work with visitors.

48-year-old Richard Leibman was wanted in connection with multiple criminal investigations and on several active arrest warrants related to burglary, theft and criminal trespass.

Onetime grants of $5,000 or $10,000 are available for eligible non-agricultural small businesses and nonprofits that experienced physical damage or economic losses caused directly by Hurricane Lowell; will be awarded on first-come, first-served basis, so those interested encouraged to apply quickly.

The Veterans Day Sunset Ceremony and the PUKA photography exhibition will be on Oʻahu.

Beach users are urged to stay out of waters that appear brown or murky, especially following storms or heavy rain.

Here is up-to-date information about recovery efforts and resources from Hurricane Lowell.

Crews will maintain two-way traffic on the Mayor Bryan Baptiste Memorial Bridge with one lane in each direction.

The Port Allen Airport parking lot remains closed through Friday to facilitate volunteers as they reconstruct the sand dunes that protect the local salt ponds.

The evening will include a presentation followed by a question-and-answer session.

Kauaʻi veterans returned home to Honolulu for receptions after a poignant Honor Flight to Washington, D.C.

Join Kauaʻi’s North Shore community on Sunday for a day that also includes live music and family fun.

Participants will have a proven platform to pitch their vision, collaborate with decision-makers and drive tangible legislative solutions for local communities.