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Interim chief selected following announcement of embattled Kaua‘i police chief’s retirement
Assistant Chief Kalani Ke was chosen to fill in as chief following Chief Todd Raybuck’s retirement.
122 humpback whales sited off Kaua‘i during final day of statewide coordinated annual count
Two nonprofits have partnered for the past seven years to count whales during peak season, ensuring data is collected simultaneously.
New ‘E-Z Pass’ text scam circulating on Garden Isle
Kaua‘i County Department of Finance reports the text says the person who receives it must satisfy an “E-Z Pass lane debt” to avoid fines and suspension of their driving privileges. It also directs people to a cloned website, where scammers hope to collect their personal and financial information.
Eternal flame temporarily snuffed out by rare gas line blockage
Efforts to restore the flame Friday were unsuccessful. The next step is to clear the line or replace the plugged section of piping. More will be known about the situation and a possible solution by early this week.
Injured Ohio visitor rescued from Kalalau Trail on Nā Pali Coast
Kaua‘i first responders arrived the evening of March 27 at the scene near the Hanakāpī‘ai Beach landing zone and found the hiker, who had suffered an apparent shoulder injury.
Scheduled Kaua‘i lane closures on state roadways for March 29 through April 4
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Check this week’s schedule to see if any of your plans will be impacted by upcoming road work.
Ecologists, cultural practitioners oppose U.S. military rocket launchpads for testing at Johnston Atoll
After its draft environmental assessment is published in April, the public will have a 30-day review period to submit written comments for the Air Force’s consideration.
National Public Health Week highlights the importance of making a difference in home, communities and state
Kauaʻi District Health Office to host a free, family-friendly open house on April 11 in Līhuʻe, showcasing the crucial role of public health programs in building a healthier community.
Intermittent full closure planned next week for portion of Kūhiō Highway
The closure is required to ensure the safety of vehicles traveling below where a helicopter crew will be placing wire mesh on the hillside to anchor loose soil as part of emergency stabalization work at Hanalei Hill that continues 4 years after a devastating landslide in March 2021.
Volcano Watch: Moving magma — what happens after a dike intrudes a rift zone?
When magma moves into the rift zone of a Hawaiian volcano, there is understandably a lot of excitement and apprehension. How far will the magma go? Will it erupt? But even long after the activity stops — regardless of whether it erupts — the subsurface magma continues to have a noticeable impact on the landscape.
Facebook post with pic of dead turtle sparks outrage, highlights need to report violations when discovered
EDITOR’S NOTE: Images that appear with this story could be upsetting to some readers. Discretion is advised.
Class of 2025 high school graduation schedule announced
“The class of 2025 has shown focus, talent and drive. We’re proud of all our graduates as they take the next step in their journey, embodying our commitment to ensure they are globally competitive and locally committed.” — state Superintendent of Schools Keith Hayashi
Hirono highlights dangers to Hawai‘i, U.S. because of mass federal firings
“While Republicans shamefully paint hardworking federal workers as ‘faceless bureaucrats,’ we know that our federal workers do important work.” — U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono, a Democrat from Hawai‘i
More than a job: Being a part of Kaua‘i Police Department is a calling
With 36 vacant police officer positions, 10 dispatcher openings, department seeks infusion of new blue blood to better serve Garden Isle with purpose, looking for people eager to make positive, lasting impact right now..
Did you hear the siren? Let Kaua‘i Emergency Management know with new online tool
The online survey tool, which is live now, is aimed at making sure Hawai‘i’s Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System is functioning correctly. Reports from the community will help improve the outdoor warning siren system’s effectiveness.
Celebrate Earth Month during third annual Ho‘olaule‘a no ka Honua
Bring the whole ‘ohana for a day filled with hands-on activities, live demonstrations and cultural showcases. Explore, learn and be inspired while honoring the island’s natural resources, local food systems and rich heritage. From interactive vendor exhibits to vibrant performances, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.
U.S. diplomatic expert says Hawaiʻi is critical in global security efforts
Former deputy assistant U.S. trade representative for Japan and China Glen S. Fukushima shared insights about shifting U.S. national security dynamics in the Indo-Pacific region, highlighting a need for more policymakers with knowledge of and expertise in its political landscape.
‘We are a global community’: Kaua‘i Community College students shine at international camp
Business major Malia Hoʻokano and Liberal arts major Sabrina Petroc showed off their creativity and skills in Japan during the KOSEN Global Camp, which is focused on “designing social systems and business models oriented towards a circular economy.”
Update: High surf advisory canceled for north and west shores
National Weather Service says surf has fallen below advisory thresholds along those shorelines of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau.
Applications open for second building in Kai Olino affordable housing project on Kaua‘i
Construction of the Kai Olino affordable housing project was temporarily halted in 2024 when one of its two “Phase One” buildings was gutted by fire in the early morning hours of Feb. 25.
