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Industrial structure fire Friday at Knudson Gap causes estimated $500K in damages

The cause of the fire, which engulfed the second floor of the building in flames, was determined to be accidental.

Līhu‘e man dies in single vehicle crash on Maluhia Road in Kōloa

Speed and impairment appear to be suspected factors in the crash; however, the investigation is ongoing.

Update: Hanapēpē man previously reported missing is located

34-year-old Austin T. Armstrong was found Saturday morning.

Kaua‘i weekly lane closures: March 9-15

Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.

February was dry on Kauaʻi, especially west of Port Allen

The U.S. Geological Survey rain gauge on top of Mount Waiʻaleʻale had the highest monthly total of 24.95 inches, or 102% of average, and the highest daily total of 3.42 inches Feb. 5.

Road closures scheduled for portions of Waipouli Road in Wailua March 14 to April 12

The County of Kaua‘i Department of Public Works says that temporary full road closure will be necessary for some of the repair. The public is being asked to plan for alternate routes and allow extra time to get to destinations.

Hanalei nonprofit wants to transform former church into housing for teachers, lifeguards

The sale of the property on Kūhiō Highway closed only two weeks ago, when a local supporter of The Hanalei Initiative cut a $4.6 million check to buy it.

Boaters urged to slow down, keep safe distance from marine wildlife after deaths of young dolphin, humpback calf

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is urging vessel operators to slow down and enjoy marine wildlife from afar.

Kaua‘i Community College nursing program among top in nation

Three UH community colleges had 100% of their practical nursing program students pass the National Council Licensure Examination on their first attempt in 2023.

California man rescued from waters off Kapa‘a

Kaua‘i Fire Department responded to the incident on Tuesday at 11:45 a.m. on a report of a distressed swimmer in waters fronting the Pono Kai Resort.

‘Ele‘ele man pleads not guilty to allegedly biting a nurse at a Kaua‘i hospital

A 22-year-old ‘Ele‘ele man has pleaded not guilty after he allegedly bit a nurse last November. Chay Ramirez has been charged with second degree felony assault.

Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative to receive federal funding to expand solar energy production

Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative is among the first five cooperative utilities in the nation selected to move forward in the U.S. Department of Agriculture awards process for the Powering Affordable Clean Energy program.

No injuries reported following small brush fire at Kaua‘i Raceway Park

Shortly before 7:40 p.m. on Tuesday, Kaua‘i Firefighters were dispatched to the blaze burning a 1/4-acre of land near the end of the dragstrip at Kaua‘i Raceway Park.

No measles outbreaks reported in Hawai‘i despite rise in cases in U.S. states

As of Feb. 29, 41 cases were reported in several states: Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, New York City, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington.

Senate ways and means committee advances bills on wildfire recovery, agriculture, more

The Committee on Ways and Means continues to support bills that aid the people of Maui, and the survivors and victims of the August 2023 wildfire.

Hawai‘i House of Representatives reaffirms commitment to protecting marriage equality

A new bill seeks to repeal a portion of the state constitution, which grants the Legislature the authority to reserve marriage to opposite-sex couples.

National foundation to gift three Hawai‘i schools $100,000 fitness centers

“This … is a wonderful opportunity and will be an even bigger blessing for our keiki who attend the selected schools,” said Gov. Josh Green.

Hawai‘i lawmaker secures nearly $400M in earmarked federal funds for state nonprofits and projects

U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) secured $394 million in new congressional-directed spending, also known as earmarks, in the first half of this year’s government funding bill.

Kaua‘i police revive Kapa‘a woman suffering from suspected opioid overdose with Narcan

This is the third successful use of naloxone by Kaua‘i police in the last 60 days.

Learn more about homeownership on Hawaiian Home Lands during weekend workshop

Featuring a guest speaker from Hawaiian Community Assets, this workshop will provide insights into building and buying a home on Hawaiian Home Lands.
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