Kaua‘i News
UPDATE: Bacteria advisories canceled for Keālia Beach Park, Anahola Bay Pavilion areas
Water sample tests show enterococci levels at both locations no longer exceed acceptable levels of enterococci.
Road closures for Pua Loke and Ulu Mahi subdivisions will run through Oct. 23
The closures are necessary for public safety while crews resurface the roads.
Hale Hōkūala Kauaʻi commemorates opening with Hawaiian blessing
The first Curio Collection by Hilton in Hawaiʻi has opened near Līhuʻe Airport, offering guests a blend of luxury, culture, stunning views and access to Kauaʻi’s best destinations.
What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Tuesday about Hurricane Lowell recovery
Here is up-to-date information about recovery efforts and resources from Hurricane Lowell.
Pacific Missile Range Facility now accepting applications for Guest Pass Program
Eligible individuals can submit applications for guest pass access to the facility’s select recreational sites and beach access.
University of Hawaiʻi, University of Massachusetts create partnership focused on mutual priorities
Both university systems signed a five-year memorandum of understanding to establish a framework for joint research, student and faculty exchanges and training programs.
Solomon Kanoho named Kauaʻi County’s manager for Hurricane Lowell recovery and mitigation
Kanoho has two decades of public safety experience with the county, including in the Kauaʻi Fire Department and with the Kauaʻi Emergency Management Agency.
Kauaʻi County accepts $100,000 IT services donation to repair damage caused by Kapule Building fire
Kauaʻi County Council has embraced a pivotal $100,000 donation from Constructive Construction Management LLC to rejuvenate county computer systems impaired by the Kapule Building fire.
Kauaʻi Police Department’s Joseph Himongala honored as statewide law enforcement officer of the year
Officer Joseph Himongala of KPD has been named the Hawaiʻi State Law Enforcement Officers Association’s Officer of the Year for his exemplary service.
Hawaiian Council launches statewide housing support program for storm-related families
In response to the devastation caused by Hurricanes Lala and Lowell, the Hawaiian Council has introduced the Host Housing Support Program, offering up to $2,000 per month to Hawai’i households that provide shelter to displaced residents.
University of Hawaiʻi has made applying easier with one application accepted for all 10 campuses
The University of Hawaiʻi has launched ApplyHawaiʻi, a single undergraduate application for all 10 campuses: the seven community colleges or the three universities. This replaces a patchwork of separate applications and accounts that prospective students previously had to do when applying to more than one campus. The new system is now available for students applying […]
Forum explores next chapter in Hawaiʻiʻs economic relationship with Japan
Hawaiʻi and Japan are poised to strengthen their economic ties by delving into sectors such as tourism, clean energy, and technology, as revealed in the 2026 Hawaiʻi-Japan Economic Report.
Students sought for new biosecurity academy to fight against invasive pests in Hawaiʻi
Leeward Community College partnering with the state to train the next generation of invasive species inspectors.
Raised crosswalk work set for Kūhio, Kaumualiʻi Highways begins this week
Due to adverse weather conditions, the installation of raised crosswalks on Garden Island’s Kūhiō and Kaumualiʻi Highways has been rescheduled for this week.
Kids saddle up for fall fun at Healing Horses Kauaʻi
Children on Kauaʻi can explore their creativity and improve their riding skills at Healing Horses Kauaʻi’s 2026 Fall Horsemanship and Riding Camps, happening from October 5-9.
Goodwill Industries of Hawai‘i to host reuse collection event Friday in Līhuʻe
Residents, businesses and other organizations can bring unwanted or unneeded items for reuse, including clothing, small furniture, kitchen items, children’s toys, books and shoes.
New study from University of Hawaiʻi researchers unlocks how tilapia adapt to extreme saltwater
Researchers at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa’s College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience have discovered how Mozambique tilapia regulate prolactin genes to survive extreme salinity, a finding that could help enable brackish water aquaculture and preserve precious freshwater resources.
Road, lane and bridge closures scheduled around Kauaʻi throughout this week, beyond
All of the planned closures are related to necessary road work, including paving of Mauka Wailuā Bridge, manhole and sewer line inspections and road resurfacing; all work is weather permitting.
Facing our fears: New youth-led nonprofit report sheds light on what state residents say about Hawaiʻi’s future
Center for Tomorrow’s Leaders project reveals shared fears about affordability, quality of life and more.
2026 Ironman World Championship in Kona on Big Island once again will feature men, women sharing the field
This year, 2,548 athletes, 110 of them professionals, are registered to take on the grueling 240.6-mile swim, bike and run course.
