Kauai News
Mechanical problems force closure of Kapa’a Swimming Pool
The Kapaʻa Swimming Pool will temporarily close starting Sept. 17 due to unforeseen mechanical issues, prompting swimmers to utilize the Waimea Swimming Pool.
Kaua’i County holding series of community meetings about future of island’s water
Residents are encouraged to provide feedback that will guide critical investments in water infrastructure resilience, addressing long-term challenges such as aging infrastructure and climate change impacts
Kaua‘i Liquor Control Commission to hear testimony on new rule changes
The public can submit testimony on the proposed amendments before or during the Sept. 24 meeting.
Trash pickup delayed in Waimea, Kapa‘a
Kaua‘i County Department of Public Works advises residents to leave their bins out if their trash is not collected by 3:30 p.m. Sept. 16; pickup is anticipated to be completed Sept. 17.
Young golfers gain more experience through a tournament in Kauaʻi last weekend
Winners from the Kauaʻi Junior Championship include, Leo Saito from Hilo, Ethan Nakatsukasa from Honolulu, Madison Sur from Honolulu, Tay-Lina Nakagawa from Honolulu and Mia Nakaoka from Mililani.
Community gathers for blessing of new mural at Līhuʻe Public Library
The vibrant new mural at Līhuʻe Public Library, crafted by local artist Holly Kaʻiakapu, celebrates Kauaʻi’s cherished traditions and the memory of Eric Larsen, a beloved Garden Isle librarian and community figure.
Wilcox Medical Center reintroduces personalized Cardiac Rehab program
Wilcox Medical Center has relaunched its cardiac rehabilitation program, offering customized exercise and health education to enhance heart recovery and overall wellness.
University of Hawaiʻi helped develop new agriculture maps to help track crops, boost food security
The high-resolution maps are a game-changer for tracking crops, assessing land use, responding to emergencies, and supporting food security in the state.
Kauaʻi Fire Department personnel rescue injured visitor from Kalalau Trail Saturday
A 72-year-old Swiss hiker was rescued from Hanakāpī‘ai Beach after sustaining a head injury.
Celebrate chocolate, coffee from farm to table with festival next month
Mark your calendars for the delightful celebration of chocolate and coffee from Kauaʻi and across the state, the 10th Kauaʻi Chocolate & Coffee Festival will be on October 19 in Līhuʻe.
Planning Department holding final public workshop for East Kauaʻi long-range initiative
Parks, Recreation and Economic Development is the focus of the final public workshop about the East Kauaʻi Community and Circulation Plan.
New campaign aims to raise awareness of early psychosis in Hawaiʻi youth
Recognizing the early signs of psychosis in teens and young adults is key to helping them get the care and support they need, according to the Hawaiʻi Department of Health.
Nighttime lane closures on Kūhiō Highway by Hanalei Hill complete
The closure, which ran from July 8 to Sept. 12, was necessary for the reconstruction of the pavement on Hanalei Hill.
Second crash involving UTV this week leaves a Kōloa man with serious injuries
This is the second crash within days of each other involving a UTV. The first incident occurred on Tuesday, leaving a 19-year-old with serious injuries.
Hawaiʻi-Philippines Business Economic Council to host an expert panel over J-1 visas next week
The Hawaiʻi-Philippines Business Economic Council will host a panel for employers interested in learning about J-1 visas over Zoom on Tuesday as part of its monthly series, “Talk Story Sessions.”
Environmental study underway for proposed improvements to Kūhiō Highway
Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation is hosting an open house to gather community input and share the current status of the project on Wednesday.
Pacific Missile Range Facility aids in protecting threatened seabirds on kauaʻi
Kauaʻi’s annual fledging season for Newell’s shearwaters and Hawaiian petrels begins on Monday and the Pacific Missile Range Facility is preparing to combat light pollution, which disorient the young birds.
Community invited to shape Hawaiʻi’s climate action plan through talk-story sessions
Talk-story sessions on Kauaʻi about the draft climate action plan will be held at the libraries in Līhuʻe and Kapaʻa on Sept. 23.
House Finance Committee visited Kauaʻi last week to view projects in the works, learn about current needs
This visit highlighted Kauaʻi’s innovative efforts in food security and transportation, underscoring potential infrastructure improvements.
