Kaua‘i News

Kaua‘i County is in Day 24 of recovery from Hurricane Lowell. Cleanup, repairs and reconstruction continue after the storm caused widespread damage over Labor Day weekend.

Water sample testing results show that the enterococci levels no longer exceed the threshold level, state health officials said.

The settlement holds Monsanto accountable for polychlorinated biphenyl contamination and supports Hawaii’s ongoing efforts to protect its natural resources.

Motorists urged to avoid the area and stay updated on reopening announcements.

U.S. senators representing the islands introduce measure to recognize the rich history and culture of Native Hawaiians and Hawai‘i.

All 14 candidates competing for Kauaʻi County Council seats gathered on the North Shore to discuss urgent issues regarding the island’s emergency response after Hurricane Lowell.

A mini roadway will be set up in the parking lot at Līhuʻe Civic Center — including intersections, a roundabout, signs and more — to give kids a chance to practice riding through a real road system; all activities are free and open to the public.

Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative emergency utility pole replacement originally planned for Wednesday and Thursday was pushed back because of inclement weather; now slated for Oct. 3-4.

Saiki in 1986 became the first Republican and second woman elected to represent Hawaiʻi in U.S. Congress; flags shall be flown at half-staff through sunrise Oct. 5.

Radar shows heavy rain has diminished; flooding no longer expected to pose a threat.

Ocean Safety Bureau officials remind the public to swim only at lifeguarded beaches and to stay out of the water anywhere it appears brown or murky.

The department recommends staying out of these affected waters for 48-72 hours after the rain has stopped and after the beach has received full sunshine.

Applications are now due by 4:30 p.m. Oct. 23; the original deadline was Oct. 6.

Award-winning Chef Jhonny Montemayor is whipping up a harvest wine dinner in collaboration with the resort, Lydgate Farms and the Wagner Family of Wine.

Tropical Storm Nolo was about 345 miles west of Līhuʻe as of the 2 a.m. Wednesday advisory from the National Hurricane Center.

National Forensic Science Week is a time to highlight the field of forensic science and raise awareness about the scientific and procedural work done in support of criminal justice systems.

It was the largest graduating recruit class of deputies of Hawai‘i Department of Law Enforcement since it became a separate state agency nearly 2 years ago.

The advisory was previously in place until 6 p.m. today.

Cyrus Johnasen was selected to join the state Land Use Commission while J. Elise Hannigan joins Kristen Lum Brummel of Honolulu chosen as a new members of the Hawaiʻi Teacher Standards Board.

Southbound traffic will be routed onto the one-way Kapaʻa Bypass Road during the work hours.