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Kīlauea community says it has ‘lost trust’ in Kauaʻi police after lack of action resulted in deadly shooting
New Kauaʻi Police Chief Rudy Tai and members of the criminal justice system attended a public meeting Tuesday to explain their actions and hear concerns involving a homicide, attempted homicide and 2-day manhunt of William “Billy” Sinclair.
After lease scare ends with 15-year agreement, new chapter brewing at Kauaʻi Coffee Company
“To the community of Kauaʻi and the consumers of Kauaʻi Coffee, thank you for making your voices heard … (and) reminding all of us how important Kauaʻi Coffee is, not only as a business, but as an employer, an agricultural institution, and part of the identity of this island,” said James Priestley, vice president of Brue Baukol Capital Partners that owns the land that has been leased by the coffee company.
Hawai’i Department of Agriculture monitors risk as New World screwworm cases rise on U.S. mainland
Despite the low risk to Hawaiʻi, the Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity is enacting proactive, protective measures against the New World screwworm.
UPDATE: Brown water advisory canceled for Wai‘oli Beach on Kaua‘i’s north shore
However, Hawai‘i Department of Health officials continue to urge the public to avoid brown, murky coastal waters, especially following storms or heavy rainfall: if the water is brown, turn around.
Red Cross volunteers headed to help following Super Typhoon Bavi stage in Hawai‘i on their way
The massive storm passed over Guam and Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands fewer than 3 months after Super Typhoon Sinlaku.
Nonprofit partners sought for Office of Hawaiian Affairs Mālama Honua home improvement/renovation grants
Interested nonprofits can submit a letter of interest from July 15-29; selected nonprofit partners will administer homeowner applications during a later phase of the program.
Bills regulating tobacco use, electronic smoking devices become law with Hawai‘i Gov. Josh Green’s signature
Acts 189 and 190 demonstrate the state’s commitment to reducing harmful impacts of disposable electronic smoking devices and ensuring products sold in Hawaiʻi meet federal standards.
Rennovations to stadium on Kaua‘i will close parking lots in phases
Construction will start in the south parking lot, which will be closed to the public. The north parking lot will remain open through July 26.
Debut single ‘Hawaiʻi Nei’ set for release this month from new artists presented by Hawaiʻi’s Finest
Waimānalo, Oʻahu-based island reggae band Last Minute introduces a new chapter with a powerful song about home, identity and cost of staying rooted in Hawaiʻi.
First early phase clinical research center in Hawaiʻi officially opened for cancer trials
“For the first time in state history, qualifying cancer patients will have the opportunity to access promising investigational therapies here in Hawai‘i, without traveling thousands of miles to medical centers on the U.S. mainland,” said Dr. Naoto T. Ueno, medical director of the new center.
Proposals sought for Kaua‘i County’s Innovation Grants for upcoming fiscal year
Innovation Grants aim to support forward-thinking community projects that address a clear need or problem within Kauaʻi.
Public comment period for Kaua‘i’s landfill expansion project coming to an end
The county is seeking public comment on the Environmental Impact Statement Preparation Notice for the Kekaha Landfill Cell 3 Vertical Expansion Project.
Registration open for Kauaʻi’s only open-water swim race in Hanalei Bay
The Namolokama Canoe Club runs the family-friendly event that serves as a fundraiser for the club’s community paddling initiatives.
Grand Hyatt Kauaʻi employees, partners help raise thousands for island nonprofits
The resort has donated more than $45,000 to the Visitor Industry Charity Walk, a statewide fundraising initiative that supports nonprofit organizations serving communities across Hawaiʻi.
Pedigree wet dog food recalled due to potential metal, plastic fragments
While it is not certain any of the recalled dog food was sold on Kauaʻi, the state Department of Health urges pet owners to check lot codes.
No threat found after reported brush fire draws response in Wainiha
KFD quickly responded to a brush fire near ʻAnanalu and ʻAnahulu Roads in Wainiha on Monday afternoon, which was a small controlled burn with no threat.
Annual road cleanup scheduled ahead of Kōloa Plantation Days celebration
The cleanup will close the road from Kaumuali‘i Highway to Ala Kino‘iki junction.
State hires contractor to build monument memorializing deadly Hanapēpē labor strike more than a century ago
Construction starts Sept. 1, and it’s expected to be completed by February 2027.
$7M to support community-led stewardship across Hawaiʻi
This funding initiative will invest in projects focused on five moku (district) and hui (group of) moku: Kona Kauaʻi, Waiʻanae (Oʻahu), Molokaʻi, Central Maui and Kohala (Hawaiʻi Island).
Third quarter Hawaiʻi annual business reports due
Businesses registered in the third quarter — July through September — can now file their annual reports, which must be filed by midnight Sept. 30 to avoid a late filing penalty fee.
