Kauai News
State alerts residents about recall of multiple frozen waffle brands
Products include Kodiak Cakes, Good & Gather and Great Value brands sold throughout the United States, including at supermarkets and retailers in Hawai‘i.
World’s next generation of marine scientists present cutting-edge research on Kaua‘i
The physical and chemical oceanography symposia feature future or recent PhD graduates at the top of their fields.
Nāwiliwili harbor office closed
The facility will be shuttered through Nov. 7 as it undergoes renovations. Services are being offered at Port Allen Small Boat Harbor during closure period.
Hawai‘i unemployment rate remains at 2.9% in September
Nonfarm jobs in Hawai’i increased by 9,000, or 1.4%, compared with September 2023, including job gains in the leisure and hospitality and trade, transportation and utilities industries.
Full closure of Hā‘ena-bound lane of Kūhiō Highway now in effect at Waikoko Hairpin Turn
The closure went into effect a day earlier than scheduled because of field observations and will continue until further notice.
U.S. Postal Service announces recommended holiday mailing dates for Hawaiʻi
The Postal Service also urges customers to plan ahead and ship as early as possible during the holiday season.
Small businesses can seek capital through newly launched crowdfunding online portal
Businesses can use, repay and reuse these low-interest loans over three years, after which time the money becomes part of a “forever fund.”
Islands around the world home to 1/3 of Earth’s plant species, study reveals
Hawai‘i stands out with 83% of its plant species being endemic to the state.
Kapaʻa bike path inducted into Rails to Trails Hall of Fame; former mayor Maryanne Kusaka recognized for vision
The Rails to Trails Conservancy celebrated Ke Ala Hele Makālae as one of the top trails in the United States, noting its contribution to health, mobility, and the quality of life for Kaua‘i residents and visitors alike.
Kauaʻi County Council hears update on Ready Keiki preschool initiative
A total of 55 new preschool classrooms across the state have opened through the initiative, with three of them being on Kaua’i.
Kaua‘i Chocolate & Coffee Festival to showcase products from Hawaiian Islands
The quality of Hawaiʻi coffee has been known for years outside of the state, and now the home grown chocolate is gaining traction.
Shark sighted Saturday afternoon at Brennecke’s Beach on Kauaʻi
A 10- to 15-foot tiger shark was reported in waters off Po‘ipū.
Volcano Watch: Potential long-term outcomes of recent intrusions in Kīlauea East Rift Zone
While scenarios such as a new pit crater forming in the Chain of Craters or large seaward movement of the volcano’s south flank are less likely, current conditions provide an excellent opportunity to better understand what can happen in the long run.
Update: Flood Advisory for eastern Kaua‘i canceled
National Weather Service radar had indicated persistent moderate to locally heavy rains at 8:19 a.m. over portions of windward Kauai, mainly from Nāwiliwili to Kapaʻa, falling at a rate of up to 1 inch per hour, but the heavy rain has diminished by 10:30 a.m.
Wendy Hensel says she will continue to uplift indigenous values as University of Hawaiʻi president
The Board of Regentsʻ unanimous choice to take over for outgoing president David Lassner said despite not being from Hawaiʻi, she would continue to uplift indigenous values of the University of Hawaiʻi.
Pasifika voices heard loud and clear at Hawai‘i International Film Festival
Pacific Islanders in Communications celebrates these indigenous and native storytellers, encourages fans to continue attending filmscreenings on neighbor islands and voting for favorites.
Bill to allow guest houses on Kauaʻi to address housing shortage passes in committee
The committee voted to recommend approval of Bill 2933 and its amendments, with unanimous support from the council members.
City University of New York administrator to take helm at University of Hawaiʻi
The university’s Board of Regents voted unanimously Thursday to appoint the current executive vice chancellor and university provost at the City University of New York to succeed David Lassner, who will retire at the end of this year after serving as UH president for more than 11 years.
Minor King Tides coming to coastal court as October supermoon rises
Peak monthly high tides will cause isolated minor flooding from late tonight through Sunday morning along island shorelines and in low-lying coastal areas.
