Kaua‘i News

The program is tailored for established, early-stage business owners ready to take the next step in growing their food-related businesses; space is limited, so those interested are encouraged to apply early.

Hawaiʻi Mesonet and Hawaiʻi Climate Data Portal data show the accumulated rainfall throughout 14 days in March during back-to-back kona lows reached as high as 3,000% of normal historical levels for this time of year, culminating in a destructive “rain bomb” over Oʻahu.

“Denim Day is more than a symbol — it’s a collective stand,” said Kauaʻi Committee on the Status of Women member Lori Barrett in the announcement. “When our community comes together, we amplify every voice, support every survivor and send a clear message that Kaua‘i believes, stands with and uplifts one another through awareness and action.”

These grants support preservation and protection of lands with natural, environmental, recreational, scenic, cultural, agricultural and historic value, while also providing public access and strengthening partnerships between government and community-based organizations.

All ceremonies for Kaua‘i schools will be held on May 22.

The Hawaiʻi Department of Health warns that storm runoff is causing new contamination risks in the area between Lydgate Beach and Wailua Beach.

The appointments are subject to confirmation by the Hawaiʻi State Senate.

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.

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.

Kauaʻi County will observe Good Friday by closing all offices and facilities on April 3. The Kauaʻi Bus will maintain its daily schedule.

Researchers have tested new surveillance technology the detects diseases the cause mass death in whale and dolphin populations.

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.

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.

The monthly test of the all-hazard Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System is scheduled for Wednesday at 11:45 a.m.

The company has 20 days to respond to the order, as violations were found at facilities on all main Hawaiian Islands.

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.

These meetings will highlight findings from Kaua‘i County’s recently completed comprehensive water systems evaluation and water rate study.

Rapid ‘ōhi‘a death was detected on Kauaʻi in 2018 and on O‘ahu in 2019.

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.

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.