Kaua‘i News
Portion of Waimea Canyon Drive to be closed daily for resurfacing work
The first closure, between Maʻule Road and Kōkeʻe Road, is planned for Monday, June 22. Anticipated completion of this section is Monday, Aug. 17.
Bail increased for Hanalei murder suspsect William ‘Billy’ Sinclair
A judicial review related to evidence recovered during investigation by Kaua’i police resulted in bail being increased to $1.5 million for suspected 51-year-old murderer William “Billy” Sinclair, who remains in custody; Sinclair’s bail was previously set at $500,000.
Kaua‘i County to reschedule test for new emergency notification system
Residents and visitors on Kauaʻi may receive test alerts on their mobile device, landline, or by email during a one-hour window from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on June 16.
Bravo’s ‘Top Chef’ winner from Big Island shares her secret ingredients to competition success
After a dramatic journey from elimination to victory, Rhoda Magbitang, the executive chef of CanoeHouse at the Mauna Lani, won the 23rd season of the popular cooking series.
Minor costal flooding a possibility during peak high tides through early next week
A coastal flooding statement was issued, alerting the public to the possibility of minor flooding along the shorelines and in low-lying coastal areas throughout the entire state, especially near daily peak tide, which will be during the late afternoon and early evening hours.
Gov. Josh Green preserves solar tax credit with executive order
The executive order safeguards recent investments and aligns with the state’s renewable energy goals amidst uncertainties caused by Act 24.
Hawaiʻi Sea Grant’s ‘Voice of the Sea’ TV series wins record 10 Telly Awards
The 47th annual Telly Awards judging council, which selects the winning entries, featured more than 250 expert judges from Google, HBO, BBC, Netflix and more. More than 13,000 entries from around the globe were submitted this year.
More than 41K Hawai‘i residents join Schatz statewide telephone town hall
U.S. senator answered questions about rising costs, federal funding, housing, health care, among others.
Hirono, Chamber of Commerce Hawai‘i host 10th annual Hawai‘i on the Hill
Members of the Hawai‘i business community again had the opportunity to showcase their businesses and products, meet directly with congressional leaders and share the aloha spirit with members of U.S. Congress and District of Columbia community.
Crews to install speed table to enhance road safety on Hauiki Road next week
Lane closures will impact drivers on Hauiki Road in Kapaʻa from June 15-17 as Maui Kūpono Builders install a speed table.
Trump attempts to allow commercial fishing in protected Pacific Ocean marine zone
President signs new proclamation to open Mau and Ho‘omalu Zones of Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument, Islands Unit of Mariana Trench Marine National Monument and Rose Atoll Marine National Monument to commercial fishing.
Mālama Kauaʻi invites community to seed, plant exchange and Swap Not Shop clothing event
Both are part of the nonprofit’s Food Access Summit and Mutual Aid Fair on Saturday, June 13; it will be a day rooted in mutual aid, resource sharing and strengthening local resilience.
Volcano Watch: Remembering the 1926 Mauna Loa eruption a century later
This eruption is most remembered for the destruction of Ho‘ōpūloa village, a few miles north of Miloliʻi Bay.
Hawai’i State Judiciary warns public of text scam targeting drivers
The Hawaiʻi State Judiciary is alerting residents to a concerning scam involving bogus text messages that falsely claim unpaid traffic fines, using official-looking court and DMV names to threaten legal action.
From FAFSA to registration: Kauaʻi Community College ʻOhana Night simplifies path to college
The event is designed to provide individualized, face-to-face assistance that helps students overcome common enrollment barriers.
Avoiding devastating eye injuries this Fourth of July
Hawaiian Eye Center offers safety tips to protect your eyes during U.S. celebration of its Independence Day.
Hawai‘i Medical Service Association to honor Kaimana Scholarship winners
The 15 high school seniors students awarded throughout the state will each receive $5,000 in financial assistance; all to be honored during special event June 14 on Oʻahu.
Kaua‘i Fire responds to 2 blazes 12 hours apart
Two homes, one near ‘Anini Beach and the other in Kapa‘a, were destroyed, and the cause of the fires is under investigation.
Kauaʻi Humane Society to celebrate 25 years of lifesaving programs for the island’s strays, pets
Kauaʻi Humane Society will feature pet adoptions, local vendors, and educational booths for its birthday party on June 27.
Kaua‘i residents invited to attend invasive pest meeting
Organized by the University of Hawaiʻi at Manoa’s College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience, the two-day gathering is slated for Aug. 11-12.
