Kaua‘i News
Brown water advisory canceled for most of Kauaʻi, remains in effect for Lydgate and Wailua Beach
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health warns that storm runoff is causing new contamination risks in the area between Lydgate Beach and Wailua Beach.
Gov. Josh Green appoints circuit court judges on Kaua‘i and Maui
The appointments are subject to confirmation by the Hawaiʻi State Senate.
Brown water advisory issued for portions of Kaua‘i
The Hawai‘i Department of Health advises beach users to stay out of the water when the water appears brown or murky, especially following storms or heavy rain.
$1.5M in funding now available for wildfire mitigation projects across Hawai‘i
Grants of up to $300,000 are now available for high-impact, shovel-ready projects that reduce hazardous fuels and improve wildfire safety in areas where communities and natural landscapes meet.
County of Kauaʻi to close offices, facilities this Friday
Kauaʻi County will observe Good Friday by closing all offices and facilities on April 3. The Kauaʻi Bus will maintain its daily schedule.
New technology can detect pathogens in marine mammals within an hour
Researchers have tested new surveillance technology the detects diseases the cause mass death in whale and dolphin populations.
Kauaʻi swears in Rudy Tai as new police chief
With more than 35 years of experience and a clear vision to strengthen community relationships and boost department morale, Rudy Tai has been ceremonially sworn in as Kauaʻi’s new chief of police.
Kauaʻi High entrepreneurs learn how to run a business by experience
The Young Entrepreneurs Program has helped foster over 50 student-created, agriculture-based products, which are available to purchase only unitl 11:59 p.m. today.
Upcoming monthly statewide siren system test coincides with anniversary of deadly 1946 tsunami to Hawai‘i
The monthly test of the all-hazard Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System is scheduled for Wednesday at 11:45 a.m.
Used oil transporter and processor in Hawai‘i cited, fined for operating without a permit
The company has 20 days to respond to the order, as violations were found at facilities on all main Hawaiian Islands.
Lydgate Beach Park Campground area to reopen following scheduled maintenance
The area closed on March 2 to allow the Kaua‘i County Department of Parks and Recreation staff and partner agencies time to thoroughly clean the area, perform grounds maintenance, and conduct repairs of the campground facilities.
Community meetings scheduled to discuss proposed water rate increases in Kaua‘i County
These meetings will highlight findings from Kaua‘i County’s recently completed comprehensive water systems evaluation and water rate study.
State officials remind Merrie Monarch travelers about ongoing ‘ōhi‘a quarantine restrictions
Rapid ‘ōhi‘a death was detected on Kauaʻi in 2018 and on O‘ahu in 2019.
Kauaʻi County Council hears support, concerns about Santos, an appointee to Planning Commission
The mayor’s appointee is a construction company executive with LEED accreditation who supporters say is experienced but others say could have conflicts of interest.
Student at University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo earns prestigious NOAA scholarship
Out of 820 applicants, Iran Rosales is one of 130 students to be awarded the prestigious Ernest F. Hollings Scholarship, administered by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Single-vehicle crash in Anahola leaves one person seriously injured, driver arrested
A 46-year-old man riding in the truck’s cargo bed was ejected during the crash and was airlifted to Oʻahu with serious injuries.
14 University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa programs shine in new global subject rankings
“These rankings highlight the exceptional work and commitment of our faculty, students and staff,” said University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Interim Provost Vassilis Syrmos in a university release. “They showcase the university’s global standing and reinforce that [University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa] offers outstanding educational opportunities and experiences for both our local community and those joining us from around the world.”
New legislation aimed at preventing youth suicide co-introduced by Schatz
Bill funds initiatives to support suicide prevention, train medical professionals In suicide prevention and lethal means safety.
‘North Shore is a resilient community’: Haleʻiwa moves forward after the flood
Visitors are welcome back as shops and restaurants reopen and Oʻahu’s North Shore recovers.
Response to impacts from kona lows continues by Hawai‘i Department of Health
Department will conduct precautionary sampling and testing of nearshore waters — as well as flood-carried mud and sediment — to understand contaminant levels in the environment; personnel also actively monitoring mosquito populations and taking targeted action in impacted areas.
