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Community input sought for Statewide Historic Preservation Plan update
The plan is meant to guide preservation priorities, partnerships and strategies around Hawaiʻi through 2034 — public input is vital to ensure it reflects the voices and values of Hawaiʻi residents.
Did you know? Diabetes increases risk of blindness, serious eye diseases
Hawaiian Eye Center raising awareness and urging prevention during Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month.
Update: Another 8-foot shark spotted in waters off Kaua‘i North Shore beach
The sighting at Hanalei Bay later Tuesday afternoon (Nov. 11) came just 2 hours after the first 8-foot shark, a tiger shark, was spotted off Keālia Beach.
Update: Advisory remains in place for Kauaʻi, Niʻihau east shores as high surf persists
National Weather Service cancels advisory for north-facing shores, but eastern shorelines can still expect to see large breakers from 9 to 12 feet increasing to 10 to 14 feet Wednesday (Nov. 12).
Update: Weliweli Road drainage work delayed until January 2026
The work was originally slated to begin Nov. 10. More information will be provided when available.
ʻŌlelo to broadcast, stream Office of Hawaiian Affairs committee, board meetings
Broadcast and streaming of meetings conducted elsewhere throughout the islands — not just from the Office of Hawaiian Affairs boardroom on O‘ahu — also will be allowed, such as recent sessions at University of Hawai‘i at Hilo’s College of Hawaiian Language.
Kauaʻi’s first pickleball event to raise funds for local families in need
The first annual Kauaʻi Pickleball Tournament of Hope will raise money for programs through Child & Family Service as state funding cuts threaten valuable services for families.
Scientist reports recent Kaua’i shark encounters reflect normal fall behavior
Following a shark bite incident off Kauaʻi’s North Shore, experts affirm that such encounters align with normal seasonal behavior, stressing that the risk to swimmers remains low despite temporary beach closures.
State seeks applicants to Public Utilities Commission
Public Utilities Commission Chair Leo Asuncion Jr. will be leaving his position on Nov. 17.
Water system upgrade to interrupt service for some customers in Kapa‘a
As a result, a water service interruption will impact a portion of Haleilio Road, Kaulana Road, and Kihei Road on Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., weather permitting.
Kaua’i County offices to close in observance of Veterans Day
In observance of Veterans Day, Kauaʻi will close multiple county facilities on Nov. 11.
Emergency road closure planned along Wawae Road tomorrow morning
Motorists can expect 15 to 30-minute intermittent road closures along a portion of Wawae Road in Kalāheo from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tuesday.
Kauaʻi surfing icon Rochelle Ballard inducted into Hawaiʻi Waterman Hall of Fame
The Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation also honored surfing pioneer Patti Paniccia and paddling champions Johnny “Johnny Mac” McCandless and Lauren Spalding.
Hawaiian Council administering emergency aid to Native Hawaiians impacted by federal shutdown
This $6.1 million in emergency funding is designed to reach Native Hawaiian households that are most at risk and may not qualify for other state or federal assistance.
Trump administration demands Hawaiʻi, other states ‘undo’ SNAP payments made for November
Hawaiʻi was one of several states to make the SNAP payments for November before the U.S. Supreme Court temporarily paused two rulings ordering emergency funds be used for the food program during the federal shutdown.
UH college student joining Antarctica expedition with polar explorer Robert Swan
In 20 days, UH Mānoa sophomore Eric Gee will be joining legendary polar explorer Robert Swan on an expedition to Antarctica to show the world why it is a critical resource that needs to be protected.
Hawaiʻi transportation department launches plan to improve pedestrian, biking, transit access
HDOT will also host a virtual community meeting for Kauaʻi residents on Monday night to present the network, gather feedback and highlight local projects.
Update: Continued higher-than-normal water levels mean coastal flooding will persist
The possible flooding is due to peak monthly high tides combined with water levels that are running higher than predicted .
11 lane closures scheduled during week of Nov. 8-14 on Kaua‘i state roadways
NOTE: There will be no lane closures on Tuesday, Nov. 11, in observance of the Veterans Day holiday, unless permitted. Otherwise, be sure to check if any of these upcoming road closures and projects will impact your commute this coming week.
Latest edition of Kaua‘i Youth Report now available for public review
The 2025 version of the most comprehensive data snapshot of how Garden Isle Youth are doing across diverse socioeconomic indicators is now available for public review.
