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Two new AmeriCorps construction crew leader positions for the 2026-27 service year will enhance Kauaʻi Habitat for Humanity’s ability to create affordable housing.

Residents, businesses and other organizations can bring unwanted or unneeded items for reuse, including clothing, small furniture, kitchen items, children’s toys, books and shoes.

The documentary examines how thousands of acres came to be leased for military use, what has occurred on those lands over the ensuing decades, and the cultural, environmental and public trust issues surrounding their future.

The Department of Health has launched Quitlogix, a mobile app that aims to help Hawaiʻi quit tobacco through online program.

The department advises the public to avoid swimming, wading in, or drinking water from any freshwater streams or pond to prevent leptospirosis.

Kaua‘i County is in Day 24 of recovery from Hurricane Lowell. Cleanup, repairs and reconstruction continue after the storm caused widespread damage over Labor Day weekend.

Water sample testing results show that the enterococci levels no longer exceed the threshold level, state health officials said.

The settlement holds Monsanto accountable for polychlorinated biphenyl contamination and supports Hawaii’s ongoing efforts to protect its natural resources.

While the bridge is now open, motorists are advised to continue to drive with caution and remain alert for wet or hazardous road conditions.

U.S. senators representing the islands introduce measure to recognize the rich history and culture of Native Hawaiians and Hawai‘i.

All 14 candidates competing for Kauaʻi County Council seats gathered on the North Shore to discuss urgent issues regarding the island’s emergency response after Hurricane Lowell.

A mini roadway will be set up in the parking lot at Līhuʻe Civic Center — including intersections, a roundabout, signs and more — to give kids a chance to practice riding through a real road system; all activities are free and open to the public.

Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative emergency utility pole replacement originally planned for Wednesday and Thursday was pushed back because of inclement weather; now slated for Oct. 3-4.

Saiki in 1986 became the first Republican and second woman elected to represent Hawaiʻi in U.S. Congress; flags shall be flown at half-staff through sunrise Oct. 5.

Radar shows heavy rain has diminished; flooding no longer expected to pose a threat.

Ocean Safety Bureau officials remind the public to swim only at lifeguarded beaches and to stay out of the water anywhere it appears brown or murky.

The department recommends staying out of these affected waters for 48-72 hours after the rain has stopped and after the beach has received full sunshine.

Applications are now due by 4:30 p.m. Oct. 23; the original deadline was Oct. 6.

Award-winning Chef Jhonny Montemayor is whipping up a harvest wine dinner in collaboration with the resort, Lydgate Farms and the Wagner Family of Wine.

Tropical Storm Nolo was about 345 miles west of Līhuʻe as of the 2 a.m. Wednesday advisory from the National Hurricane Center.