Kaua‘i News

The post became vacant with the retirement of now-former 5th Circuit Judge Randal Valenciano in October 2025; appointment of new judge will be made by Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green.

Kaua‘i County Agency on Elderly Affairs says these engaging “talk story” sessions will highlight several programs designed to support kūpuna with staying active, connected and well.

NOTE: In observance of Good Friday, April 3, there will be no contraflow or lane closures unless otherwise permitted; lane closure schedules can change at any time without further notice.

The protests are among thousands of others — including on other islands in Hawai’i — happening Saturday, March 28, throughout the nation; All Kaua‘i Indivisible members and supports are also welcome to special event immediately following the Līhuʻe protest.

The bin was moved to an area near the refuse drop-off location; relocation allows staff to better monitor materials being placed in the bin, as some recent drop-offs have contained prohibited items.

Hull was recognized for his work in creating and implementing a program to reduce wildfire risk on the Garden Isle.

The two people who survived the crash remain at Wilcox Medical Center in Līhue with undisclosed injuries.

Since Kauaʻi was left relatively unscathed after the Kona low storms and is assisting Maui’s recovery efforts.

The county district health office is inviting the public to learn about public health services, programs and job opportunities on April 10.

The helicopter was reported to be a white Hughes OH-6 Cayuse operated by Airborne Aviation, with one pilot and four passengers aboard at the time of the crash-landing Thursday 100 yards off the the coast of remote Kalalau Beach along Nāpali Coast.

‘Every Dancer Is A Star’ 2026 is scheduled for 6:30 to 8 p.m. today at War Memorial Convention Hall, highlighting academy students in a vibrant, multimedia performance, including solos, group numbers and special guest stars. Get your tickets now!

Geochemical analysis of erupted tephra samples during the past decade help scientists understand the temperature of Kīlauea’s shallow magma system under the summit — and things have been “heating up!”

Kauaʻi Festivals is an online platform for creating and exploring free event listings that showcase the island’s rich art, culture, and community.

The Women’s History Month Craft Fair will feature 30 women-owned businesses from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. this Saturday.

‘Spin is a fossil record of how a planet formed,’ said study lead author and researcher at Northwestern University Dino Chih-Chun Hsu in an announcement about the discovery. ‘By measuring how quickly these worlds rotate, we can start to piece together the physical processes that shaped them tens to hundreds of millions of years ago.’

Communities across the state were hit hard this month after two Kona low systems brought rain and flooding to the islands.

It’s a fun, family-friendly morning — and every dollar PAL raises goes directly back to the nonprofit affordable housing provider; even better: the more community members who participate will literally multiply the nonprofit’s impact.

“By investing in facilities like this, we’re making sure our crews have the space, safety and support they need to continue maintaining our roads and responding in times of need,” said Kaua‘i County Mayor Derek Kawakami. “That’s what keeps our island safe and moving forward.”

Two of the four tennis courts will also be converted into six dedicated pickleball courts.

Ola Nā Lima Mālama: Hawaiʻi Caregiver Conference aims to empower caregivers with expert strategies and tools tailored for real-world dementia care.