Kaua‘i News
New facilities agreement reached between University Laboratory School, University of Hawaiʻi
The agreement establishes an initial 3-year term, with a mutual option to extend for an additional 5 years, ensuring operational stability for University Laboratory School and in alignment with its upcoming charter renewal cycle.
Luke, 4 others indicted on 12 counts including bribery, corruption; Governor calls for her to resign
The Oʻahu grand jury’s sweeping 12-count indictment brought against Hawaiʻi Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke, businessman Tobi Solidum, former state Rep. Ryan Yamane, former Gov., David Ige top staff member Ford Fuchigami and former Public Utilities Commission Chairperson Leo Asuncion and is tied to the state’s COVID-19 community testing program.
Hurricane Fausto Friday Update: Storm expected to weaken before reaching Hawaiʻi, high surf advisory extended
The current forecast brings the system near or just north of the Hawaiian Islands during the early to middle portions of next week and as a tropical storm.
News in brief for July 24: Endowed professorship, Red Hill, colorectal cancer summit and more
A quick look at news from throughout the state and beyond.
Volcano Watch: Watching volcanoes move, one survey at a time
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory relies heavily on global positioning satellite data to monitor volcanic activity in Hawaiʻi; data collected are by a combination of permanent stations and annual surveys, giving scientists a picture of Mauna Loa’s changing shape through time.
The Wellness Event returns to Walmart stores statewide just in time for busy back-to-school season
Customers can receive a variety of health screenings, connect with Walmart pharmacists and learn more about resources that support overall wellness; walk-ins are welcome and no registration is required for the July 25 event at Līhuʻe Walmart.
Former Kaua‘i resident indicted with trafficking fentanyl charge
The charge stems from an incident on May 23, 2025, when law enforcement executed a search warrant on the 55-year-old woman’s vehicle and seized approximately 81.5 grams of fentanyl.
REMINDER: Roads temporarily closed, Kōloa Shuttle schedule modified during upcoming Kōloa Plantation Days
Ho‘owili Road will be closed the morning of July 26 to accommodate the festival’s Family Fun Run, while portions of Poʻipū, Kōloa and Maluhia roads will be shuttered for several hours causing several stops of the Kōloa Shuttle to be canceled the afternoon of July 25 for the annual parade.
Chef from Thailand brings global culinary experience to Grand Hyatt Kauaʻi
Chef Suttichai Sripolpa developed his passion for cooking while working in his family’s restaurant in the Udon Thani province of Thailand.
32nd installment of Made in Hawaiʻi Festival scheduled in August
Mark your calendars now; tickets go on sale Aug. 1 for what is hyped as what is expected to be the Honolulu festival’s biggest and best year yet.
UPDATE: High surf advisory extended through Friday evening for Garden Isleʻs south-facing shorelines
The NWS has extended the high surf advisory, which now remains in effect until 6 p.m. Friday.
Full-scale, multiagency emergency response exercise scheduled for Nāwiliwili Harbor next Thursday
The exercise is part of a training series aimed at enhancing preparedness for emergencies, which is set for Saturday, July 25 to Friday, July 31.
Department of Transportation: Campaign signs not allowed to be posted along state highways
That includes on overpasses, fencing, signposts and poles as well as anywhere visible from the highway; illegally placed signs will be removed.
High fecal bacteria levels detected islandwide
Surfrider Kaua‘i’s Blue Water Task Force finds 11 sites around the Garden Isle with very high levels of enterococcus in July water samplings.
51st installment of Queen Liliʻuokalani Keiki Hula Competition and Festival kicks off
Total of 15 hālau from throughout Hawaiʻi, including one from the Big Island and one from Kauaʻi, are participating in the festival, that runs from July 23-25 and caps off a full week of Native Hawaiian programming on Oʻahu.
First hurricane of the season churns toward Hawai‘i
Hurricane Fausto is moving toward the west near 13 mph, with maximum sustained winds of 80 mph.
Kauaʻi public charter school that teaches Niʻihau dialect can open on time until lease dispute is settled
Fifth Circuit Court Judge Stephanie R.S. Char granted a temporary restraining order Wednesday preventing the termination of the charter school’s lease while a broader legal dispute over a sharp rent increase moves forward.
North Shore Give to host free virtual emergency preparedness forum as hurricane season continues
Residents can improve their emergency readiness now by joining the free online forum hosted by North Shore Give.
Kaua’i Ocean Safety officials advise no swimming, recreational ocean activities at Hanalei Bay
Hawai‘i Department of Health Clean Water Branch the afternoon of July 22 issued a brown water advisory for the bay; officials remind public to stay out of water anywhere it appears brown or murky.
UPDATE: Brown water advisory declared for three beaches on Kaua‘i
The Hawai‘i Department of Health advises beachgoers to stay out of waters that appear brown or murky, especially at Hanamaulu Beach, Niumalu Beach and Hanalei Bay.
