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Kauaʻi County launches online road resurfacing and bridge status map
The mp enables the public to easily track the location of past, current and upcoming road projects on Kaua’i.
COVID weekly update: 66 new infections reported on Garden Isle
The state Department of Health reported 2,211 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, Oct. 19, bringing the statewide total to 360,490.
0nline auction underway to benefit Buddhist temples on Kauaʻi
Lawai International Center is holding a benefit online auction with stunning art pieces provided by Kaua’i artists, dining certificates, unique activities and gift items.
High surf advisory issued for north-facing shores of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau
A high surf advisory has been issued for north-facing shores of Ni‘ihau and Kaua‘i through Thursday afternoon.
Portion of Kūhiō Highway to reduce speed limit in Kīlauea
Starting Oct. 25, the speed limit on Kūhiō Highway between the intersections of Pili and Kalihiwai Roads in Kīlauea will drop to 35 mph.
Ballots being mailed to Kaua’i voters; not too late to register to vote for Nov. 8 election
The Kaua’i County Elections Division will begin mailing ballots to registered Hawai’i Island voters for the general election on Oct. 19, and voters should receive them between Oct. 21 and 26.
Kauaʻi Mayor signs proactive law that regulates development in areas prone to sea level rise
Kaua‘i becomes one of the first counties in the nation to enact proactive development regulations based on sea level rise scientific modeling projections.
Great Hawaiʻi ShakeOut on Oct. 20 for earthquake preparedness
A 5.0 temblor last week near Pāhala on the Big Island was a reminder that people should know what to do in an earthquake and to be prepared for tsunami hazards.
Two Kaua’i residents among winners of 2022 Timeshare with Aloha Awards
From a pool of 42 nominations, winners for the ARDA-Hawaiʻi’s 2022 Timeshare with Aloha Awards were chosen in nine award categories with two honorees from Kauaʻi.
High surf advisory issued for Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau
A high surf advisory was issued for north- and west-facing shores of Ni‘ihau and Kaua‘i till 6 a.m. Tuesday.
Free COVID-19 tests available at Kauaʻi County neighborhood centers Oct. 19-21
The County of Kaua’i will distribute free COVID-19 home test kits at County neighborhood centers from Oct. 19 to Oct. 21.
Worst-case scenario: Research finds 50% of world’s coral reefs face death by 2035
By 2055, it is projected almost all of the world’s coral reefs, or 99%, will face unsuitable environmental conditions.
Kauaʻi Sea Farm cultivating loli for export and fishpond restoration with NOAA funding
The Kaua‘i Sea Farm in Kalāheo has partnered with the O‘ahu nonprofit Pacific American Foundation to cultivate loli as a high-value export product and restore fish ponds through a project funded by NOAA.
Firefighters respond to structure fire in Waipouli
No injuries were reported following a fire Friday at a Waipouli condominium complex.
Kaua‘i Independent Food Bank holiday food drive kicks off in November
A Kaua‘i food bank wants to make the holidays brighter — and fill tables — for people in need.
Explanation available online for proposed charter amendments on 2022 general election ballot
The 2022 general election is just a few weeks away and Kaua‘i voters will have the chance to weigh in on several proposed changes to the county charter.
National Weather Service extends high surf advisory for north-facing shores
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended a high surf advisory through this evening for portions of the Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau.
County committee donated period product packs for homeless girls and women on Kaua’i
The Kaua‘i County Committee on the Status of Women provided 46 period product packs each to Hale Opio Kaua‘i, Kaua‘i Economic Opportunity and Family Life Center Kaua‘i, which all help homeless girls and women.
Daytime closures on Kūhiō Highway for road construction begin Oct. 24
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation on Monday will begin daytime closures on Kūhiō Highway between Kuamoʻo Road and the Temporary Kapaʻa Bypass Road for the Kūhiō Highway short-term improvements project.
High surf advisory issued for portions of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau
A high surf advisory is in effect until 6 a.m. Saturday.
