Kaua‘i News

Duke Kahaulelio-Yadaoʻs journey to the leadership position began on his family farm in Kalāheo and included a fermentation workshop and distilling course in Kentucky.

Experts in Native Hawaiian history, law and public policy discussed the historical circumstances that led to the creation of these programs, their role in addressing longstanding inequities and their continued importance.

This is one of several technology improvements that are underway as part of the university’s “Common Standard of Care” initiative.

Unique program connects girl scouts with industries, employers and career pathways

Construction has begun at the pickup area fronting Baggage Claim B and will continue through 2027.

On Kauaʻi, the Boys & Girls Club of Hawaiʻi operates four program locations, with a new teen center planned at the former Garden Island newspaper building in Līhuʻe.

The free meals are helping many of the 80% of community college students on Kauaʻi who are dealing with damaged homes, lost income and/or prolonged power outages due to Hurricane Lowell.

Direct2UH removes traditional application barriers by providing eligible seniors direct admission to one or more UH campuses based on their grade point average, with no application fee.

“In my opinion, diversity of representation in the legal profession is required for access to and actual achievement of justice.” — Hawaiʻi Supreme Court Justice Sabrina S. McKenna

Native Hawaiian nonprofits are working to update state’s historic preservation program administrative rules to involve lineal and cultural descendants in decisions regarding iwi kūpuna.

Nāmaka has overcome challenges including internal theft to provide diners with a tropical ambiance and locally inspired gourmet cuisine.

New applicants are encouraged to apply; proposals must be received on or before 4:30 p.m. Oct. 30, and this is a received-by deadline, not a postmark date.

Proper disposal of unused medications helps to protect the public and water supplies.

Fourteen collegiate women’s golf teams from the U.S. and Japan are set to tee off at the prestigious 30th Rainbow Wahine Invitational on Kauaʻi.

The rate and service charge increases go into effect Nov. 1; customers will begin seeing the updated rates on their Dec. 1 billing statements.

Here is up-to-date information about recovery efforts and resources from Hurricane Lowell.

As part of a nationwide wellness initiative, Walmart stores across Hawaiʻi, including a locations on Kauaʻi, will host a free health event.

“Here on Kaua‘i, water makes it possible for our island communities to live and have life,” said Kaua‘i County Department of Water Manager and Chief Engineer Joe Tait. “Investing in water means investing in our future.”

“I know the list of people that are trying to get into housing is long, but don’t give up hope because you never know when things open up, so just stay in it.” — Kauaʻi Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami

The new lifeguard station at the beach home to “Back Channel,” an area known for strong currents with a history or drownings, replaces a roving patrol Kauaʻi Fire Department Ocean Safety Bureau previously used to cover the area in the aftermath of the 2018 North Shore floods and landslides.