Kauai News

Gavin Phillips, a 56-year-old man from California, was pronounced dead after being pulled from the waters off Lāwaʻi Beach by bystanders.

Master-at-Arms 1st Class Jeffrey Diaz died a hero after bravely rescuing two children struggling in high surf conditions.

DMV appointments scheduled today and tomorrow are canceled due to hardware issues affecting the production of ID cards, licenses and permits.

Rice Street revitalization drives strong demand; growing wave of local businesses underscore the plaza’s position as a premier retail destination in central Līhu‘e.

Feast on holiday favorites and more during an extravagant Turkey Day buffet, complete with stunning waterfront views, or get a tasty chef-prepared take-out feast to celebrate; then, come back to the resort the next day to help Santa officially kick off the holiday season during the annual Tree Lighting Ceremony.

Free Zoom panel Dec. 12 will feature several officials discussing with those who attend how to improve the state’s resilience and self-sufficiency.

Hawai‘i among first states in the nation to get proposal approved through the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program.

Surf has already fallen below advisory criteria along the north- and west-facing shores of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau.

Self-service options are available in many retail lobbies during post offi ce closures for holidays, including the upcoming Thanksgiving celebration, Nov. 27.

The Salvation Army plans to bring the spirit of Thanksgiving to Kauaʻi residents in need with two community events on Wednesday, offering free meals and live entertainment.

As the first and only coral nursery on Kauaʻi, this project represents an essential contribution to Hawaiʻi’s broader restoration network and long-term reef stewardship.

County of Kauaʻi offices will be closed on Nov. 27 for Thanksgiving, but Kauaʻi Bus will run on a holiday schedule.

“These updates give our communities and leaders clearer, more actionable information so we can plan smarter, protect people and respond to the realities unfolding along our shores,” said State of Hawai‘i Climate Coordinator Leah Laramee.

Fundraising effort aimed at supporting Hawai‘i residents who might be Impacted by changes in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program eligibility requirements.

Caucus members underscored the urgent need for meaningful and continuous consultation with the Native Hawaiian community as the negotiation process moves forward; they also remain committed to ensuring all future decisions honor the state’s fiduciary duties and protect Hawaiʻi’s lands for generations to come.

In observance of Thanksgiving, there will be no contraflow or lane closures Nov. 27 unless otherwise permitted. Otherwise, be sure to check if any of these upcoming road closures and projects will impact your commute this coming week.

8 people were honored with annual appreciation awards during the recent 35th annual Hawai‘i International Tropical Fruit Conference at Hilo Hawaiian Hotel; the awards recognize people who advance — through research, education and practice — the use of tropical fruits to support a sustainable, local food industry in the islands.

The jobs program covers a variety. of sectors, including education, technology, creative industries, skilled trades and healthcare.

At Kalapaki Bay, 67-year-old Liming Xu of Rhode Island was discovered unresponsive and later was pronounced dead at a Kauaʻi hospital.

The project includes replacing aging water mains with ones that are bigger and provide better water pressure for fighting fires.