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Final event of Sanctuary Ocean Count, Great Whale Count of 2026 koholā season in books
Citizen scientists on Kaua‘i observed 169 humpback whales March 28; a total of 435 whales were observed from shorelines at 37 sites throughout the islands.
Learn how to help endangered waterbirds at family-friendly event celebrating ʻalae ʻula
Only 700 of the Hawaiian common gallinules are left in the world, most on Kaua’i; Pacific Birds Habitat Joint Venture and other sponsors of the upcoming event will share local art, moʻolelo and fun facts about the ʻalae ʻula and how people can help protect it.
WATCH: Find out how far she’ll go this summer in Disney’s reimagined ‘Moana’
New trailer and poster for live-action version of beloved animated film, plus behind-the-scenes featurette highlighting film’s craftsmanship and look at making of ‘Moana,’ are available now.
WATCH: Trump’s attacks on national parks slammed by Hirono on US Senate floor
“This regime — as it attempts to rewrite history all over the place — it’s no surprise that they’ve set their sights on our national parks,” said the Democrat senator from Hawai‘i. “The millions of visitors to our national parks will not get a full picture. Apparently, that is exactly as this regime intends.”
4 nominated for vacant judge post in 5th Circuit Court on Kauaʻi
The post became vacant with the retirement of now-former 5th Circuit Judge Randal Valenciano in October 2025; appointment of new judge will be made by Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green.
Community presentations about healthy aging programs scheduled in Anahola
Kaua‘i County Agency on Elderly Affairs says these engaging “talk story” sessions will highlight several programs designed to support kūpuna with staying active, connected and well.
14 lane closures scheduled during week of March 28-April 3 on Kaua‘i state roadways
NOTE: In observance of Good Friday, April 3, there will be no contraflow or lane closures unless otherwise permitted; lane closure schedules can change at any time without further notice.
No Dictators Protests planned in ʻEleʻele, Līhuʻe and Princeville
The protests are among thousands of others — including on other islands in Hawai’i — happening Saturday, March 28, throughout the nation; All Kaua‘i Indivisible members and supports are also welcome to special event immediately following the Līhuʻe protest.
Scrap metal bin relocated at Kekaha Landfill; county reminds residents about recycling rules
The bin was moved to an area near the refuse drop-off location; relocation allows staff to better monitor materials being placed in the bin, as some recent drop-offs have contained prohibited items.
Ka‘aina Hull selected for 2026 National Wildfire Mitigation Award
Hull was recognized for his work in creating and implementing a program to reduce wildfire risk on the Garden Isle.
Residents unable to return home following Kona low qualify for temporary housing
Temporary housing options are available for residents whose homes were left uninhabitable following the recent Kona low storm systems.
2 victims identified in Kauaʻi helicopter were visitors from Massachusetts; pilot’s status not known
The two people who survived the crash remain at Wilcox Medical Center in Līhue with undisclosed injuries.
County officials give update on Kona low impacts, deployment of personnel to Maui
Since Kauaʻi was left relatively unscathed after the Kona low storms and is assisting Maui’s recovery efforts.
Kaua‘i District Health Office to host open house for National Public Health Week
The county district health office is inviting the public to learn about public health services, programs and job opportunities on April 10.
UPDATE: 3 dead, 2 injured in Kalalau Beach helicopter crash, Kaua‘i police say
The helicopter was reported to be a white Hughes OH-6 Cayuse operated by Airborne Aviation, with one pilot and four passengers aboard at the time of the crash-landing Thursday 100 yards off the the coast of remote Kalalau Beach along Nāpali Coast.
Garden Isle Dance Academy recital features dancers ages 3 years old through adult
‘Every Dancer Is A Star’ 2026 is scheduled for 6:30 to 8 p.m. today at War Memorial Convention Hall, highlighting academy students in a vibrant, multimedia performance, including solos, group numbers and special guest stars. Get your tickets now!
Volcano Watch: Taking Big Island volcano Kīlauea’s temperature
Geochemical analysis of erupted tephra samples during the past decade help scientists understand the temperature of Kīlauea’s shallow magma system under the summit — and things have been “heating up!”
Kauaʻi Festivals spotlights art, culture with free event listings
Kauaʻi Festivals is an online platform for creating and exploring free event listings that showcase the island’s rich art, culture, and community.
Women entrepreneurs to be celebrated at Kaua’i Made craft fair
The Women’s History Month Craft Fair will feature 30 women-owned businesses from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. this Saturday.
Astronomers put new spin on how planets form through largest survey of exoplanets using Big Island observatory
‘Spin is a fossil record of how a planet formed,’ said study lead author and researcher at Northwestern University Dino Chih-Chun Hsu in an announcement about the discovery. ‘By measuring how quickly these worlds rotate, we can start to piece together the physical processes that shaped them tens to hundreds of millions of years ago.’
