Kaua‘i News
State invites residents to share thoughts about future land transportation needs
Public meetings to discuss Hawai’i Department of Transportation Statewide Long-range Land Transportation Plan begin March 10; Kauaʻi Long-Range Land Transportation Plans meetings are March 11.
Family seeks support for Kauaʻi teenager recovering from severe injures in 3-vehicle wreck
Kauaʻi teenager Haylee Silva has a long recovery ahead, after undergoing multiple emergency surgeries for trauma to her liver, fractures in her arm and face, and a broken jaw.
Grand Hyatt Kaua‘i honors outstanding team members as Employee and Manager of the Year
Front office agent Tina Marie Galicinao and food and beverage manager Angeelee Rolland were honored for their outstanding service, leadership and embodiment of the aloha spirit that made a lasting impression on guests and colleagues.
Olympic Gold medalist leads ‘Mothers Daughters One Day Retreat’ at 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay
Carissa Moore, surfing’s first Olympic Gold medalist and five-time world champion surfer, hosted the retreat focused on connection, confidence and cultivating a spirit of aloha across generations.
Survey launched to shape 2026 Ka Pewa Youth Summit in April on Kauaʻi
Voices of students collected from throughout Kauaʻi County who complete the Ka Pewa Youth Pulse Survey will directly inform summit programming, panels and breakout sessions.
UPDATE: Surf along east shorelines of Kauaʻi forecast to remain at advisory levels through today
National Weather Service forecasters in Honolulu extended the high surf advisory in place for those shores of the island until 6 p.m. today (Feb. 26) as waves of 7 to 10 feet are still expected.
University of Hawaiʻi scientists discover 10 new species of Hawaiian leaf-roller moths
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resilience researchers also identified seven new groups of the native moths, which is a much more rare event that the discovery of a new species.
Surfrider Kaua‘i seeks volunteers to help mission of protecting, cleaning and celebrating Kaua‘i waters
Nonprofit entering its 20th year of helping protect, clean and celebrate the waters of Kaua‘i; working with the organization is pretty fun, plus the ocean needs your help!
Community members invited to upcoming Wildfire Protection Plan workshops
These community meetings are an important opportunity for residents, landowners and stakeholders to help prioritize wildfire safety actions, identify mitigation projects and strengthen coordination between the community and partner agencies.
State Senate confirms new circuit court judge for Kaua‘i
The judge is a graduate of Kapa‘a High School.
County announces community meetings in March and April to discuss water rates
These sessions will highlight findings from the county’s recently completed comprehensive water systems evaluation and water rate study.
High bacteria levels detected in waters at beach park on Kaua‘i
The state Department of Health has collected another sample and is retesting the site.
Celebrate Mālama Kaua‘i’s 20th birthday by participating in upcoming Mutual Aid Fair
Instead of hosting a gala or formal dinner to commemorate the milestone, the organization invites and encourages individuals, families, organizations, farmers, businesses, healers, educators and everyday changemakers to be part of what executive director Megan Fox calls ‘a living expression of lōkahi.’
Kauaʻi Chapter of Surfrider Foundation reveals water quality findings for 2026
The Surfrider Foundation Kauaʻi Chapter reported high concentrations of bacteria and water quality challenges in 19 different locations for January and February.
Namahana School taps Kīlauea-based firm to lead campus construction
Noho Workshop selection to oversee campus buildout — plus partnership with locally and internationally respected planner Gordon Karau as facilities project manager — reaffirms school’s commitment to be “from and for the community.”
Up to 10-year extensions of Mauna Kea leases would be allowed by proposed House bill
The master lease of lands atop the Big Island mountain is set to expire Dec. 31, 2033.
Annual Mayor’s Youth Track Meets scheduled for students in kindergarten to eighth grade
The annual Mayor’s Youth Track Meets offer competitive, yet supportive experiences for free to students at all Kauaʻi elementary and middle schools.
Water shutdown scheduled Tuesday night for some areas in Kōloa
During the water service shutdown, Goodfellow Bros. will perform work on Kauaʻi County’s Poʻipū Road Safety and Mobility Project.
New canoe crop cultivation course grows opportunity across Hawai’iʻs food economy
The course combines hands-on experience and business insight, enhancing Native Hawaiian economic resilience and contributing to a sustainable food system.
‘Year of the Fire Horse’ ignites creative momentum at Common Ground in Kīlauea
On Friday, a vibrant Lunar New Year event at Common Ground celebrated the “Year of the Fire Horse” and united the North Shore community through creative art installations.
