Kaua‘i News
McDonald’s in Hawaiʻi to honor veterans with free breakfast on Veterans Day
Veterans and active-duty service members can choose any breakfast sandwich for free by showing a valid military or veteran ID.
15-year-old rescued after falling 15 to 20 feet while hiking Kalalau Trail along Nāpali Coast
The teenager suffered an apparent head injury from the fall and was air lifted to Princeville Airport.
Kauaʻi hunting units reopen for game bird, game mammal seasons
Hunters are encouraged to check current hunting area information before heading into the field and report any significant hazards encountered during their hunts.
What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Nov. 10 about Hurricane Lowell recovery
Up-to-date information about recovery efforts and resources, plus more, from throughout the county.
Local filmmakers expand casting for $1.8 million Kauaʻi adventure film, ‘Thackeray’
From acting to behind-the-scenes production, Kauaʻi residents of all experience levels are invited to get involved in the new action adventure film.
County awards $450,000 to 6 agricultural projects across Kauaʻi
The funding will support projects aimed at increasing local food production, improving farm infrastructure and strengthening the island’s food security.
DMV database updated to allow customers with expired permits to schedule road tests on Kaua‘i
The DMV database has been updated to extend qualifying permits through Nov. 21, allowing affected customers to proceed with scheduling their road tests.
Kōkeʻe, Waimea Canyon State Parks reopen after Hurricane Lowell impacts forced closures
On Sept. 7, Hurricane Lowell battered many areas throughout state parks and forest reserves, leaving roads blocked, power poles snapped, power lines down and the parks’ water system inoperable.
Kauaʻi Community College fair charts paths to 4-year diplomas
More than 70 attendees explored transfer opportunities, connected with other University of Hawaiʻi campuses and learned about online and in-person bachelor’s degree pathways.
Hoʻi Koholā: Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary welcomes return of humpbacks to Hawaiʻi
Boaters are reminded to reduce speed and keep a safe, legal distance around these special seasonal visitors during this time of year.
US Postal Service to observe Veterans Day
Self-service options will be available in many post office retail lobbies on Nov. 11, when facilities are closed because of the holiday.
County announces Veterans Day closures
Regular business hours for county offices and services will resume Nov. 12 following closures Nov. 11 in observance of the holiday.
Volleyball players from 4 NCAA DI universities to compete in Duke’s Kauaʻi invitational
Collegiate athletes coming to Garden Isle from Nov. 20-22 for friendly competition along with community outreach.
Hawaiʻi Law Enforcement Standards Board seeking contractors to analyze training
Proposals to conduct a statewide analysis and develop recommendations for law enforcement training standards must be submitted by Jan. 12.
Goodwill Industries of Hawai‘i will collect unwanted items on Nov. 13
Residents should check with thrift stores before bringing donations to Kaua‘i Resource Center.
Kauaʻi honey competition highlights Garden Isle beekeepers as they advocate for zoning amendment
Kauaʻi’s beekeeping community is abuzz as a bill that would enhance local honey production with new regulations and support from the community and officials.
Residential sewer credit applications due Dec. 31, available online
Applications were historically mailed to residential sewer customers, but damage to the county’s information technology systems because of the Sept. 9 Kāpule Building fire delayed this year’s mailing.
Public comment period set to open at beginning of week to gather input for proposed commercial fishing rules in Pacific national monument
Pacific Islands Heritage Coalition urges the public to speak up for monument protections.
Foodland holding Share a Holiday Feast program in Hawaiʻi to provide holiday meals for those in need
A $20 donation can provide a family of four with a turkey and the holiday fixings.
County acquires 155 acres Līhu‘e for future housing development
A community-based master planning process will help shape the future development and gather input to help determine the number and types of homes, amenities and other features that could be incorporated into the subdivision.
