Kaua‘i News

The Hawaiʻi Department of Land and Natural Resources reminds beachgoers that Beachgoers are reminded it is illegal to harass, disturb or harm them under state and federal law.

The study was prepared by ECOnorthwest through AARP’s Livable Communities Technical Advisors Program. It reports that rising housing costs and limited supply are making it harder for residents to remain in their communities as they age.

Residents and businesses are invited to participate in a two-minute Community Safety Survey to share their thoughts.

George R. Ariyoshi led the state from 1974 to 1986. Ariyoshi died peacefully Sunday night, April 19, surrounded by his family.

Conservation stamp highlights the wild pig, while game bird stamp features the California valley quail, which was originally brought to the islands in 1818 as a gift to King Kamehameha.

In 2025, the 10-person dispatch team answered about 60,000 911 calls for service that required multi-tasking, quick action, and compassion.

Hawaiʻi’s firearm registration report for 2025 reveals a notable 14.7% rise in permit applications alongside a slight decline in total firearm registrations, with a record percentage of imported firearms highlighting changing ownership trends.

Surveys were led by Maui Nui Plant Extinction Prevention Program in partnership with Pūlama Lāna‘i, using on-the-ground exploration and drone technology to access steep cliffs and remote terrain.

No tsunami threat to the state after a powerful magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck off the east coast of Honshu, Japan, late Sunday, sparking tsunami monitoring across the Pacific.

“This new institute combines [University of Hawaiʻi]’s strengths in cutting-edge, ocean-related research and our collaborative, place-based approach to working with resource managers throughout Hawaiʻi and the Pacific to protect our vital coral reefs,” said University of Hawaiʻi Interim Vice President for Research and Innovation Chad Walton.

With Sylvia Luke out of the race, it provides an easier path for Kauaʻi Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami, who previously announced his candidacy for Hawaiʻi’s second highest position.

Abigail Munoz with Monarch Coffee was unanimously elected by the board, “and she was absolutely the right person for this role,” said Hawaiʻi Coffee Association President Ryson Nakamasu.

Early Sunday, Kauaʻi firefighters swiftly brought a blaze at an abandoned building on ʻŌla Road under control. No injuries were reported.

The death of an endangered native Hawaiian owl from malnutrition highlights the species’ fragility and the critical role public awareness plays in wildlife rescue efforts on Kauaʻi.

Kauaʻi mini golfers encouraged to register for the U.S. Open coming to Anaina Hou Community Park Saturday, May 16.

“Phishing remains the most effective attack method in 2026 because it targets the one element that can’t be easily patched: people,” said University of Hawaiʻi Chief Information Officer Jodi Ito.

Danielle Bartz, doctorate candidate in marine biology at University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, was first awarded the $2,000 STEM Award from Zonta Club of Hilo, advancing her to the international level, where she won the $10,000 2026 Zonta International Women in STEM Award.

The preliminary report by the National Transportation Safety Board did not provide a cause of the crash, but said the pilot reported severe vibrations and loss of directional control while making a turn.

The Kauaʻi nonprofit is fundraising to build a well for the agriculture park, an approximately $1 million investment that will provide long-term water self-reliance.

Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.