Kauai News
Lane closure for Kawaihau Road scheduled from Feb. 25 to Mar. 3
The lane closure is part of an ongoing project to build a peanut-shaped roundabout and other roadway improvements.
Hawai‘i Tourism Authority updates cultural resource ‘Ma‘ema‘e Toolkit’ for visitors
Since its first edition in 2010, Ma‘ema‘e has evolved from a resource for media to a living toolkit for anyone who has a role in representing Hawai‘i.
Wastewater spill contained onsite at Poʻipū water reclamation plant
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reports that 100,000 gallons of wastewater were discharged between 5 p.m. and 1:30 a.m. from Feb. 20 to 21 at the Poʻipū water reclamation plant at 2520 Poʻipū Road.
Rocky’s monk seal pup born on Waikīkī beach gives birth to her own pup Uʻi Mea Ola
On Jan. 28, 2023, Kaimana gave birth to the first monk seal pup of 2023 in the main Hawaiian Islands. Peak pupping season usually begins in spring, so NOAA Fisheries said this early start is a welcome surprise.
Learn about $3 million in emergency funds for Kauaʻi homeowners facing hardship
Kauaʻi homeowners who are experiencing financial hardship may qualify for up to $30,000 from the Homeowners Assistance Fund. There is $3 million in emergency funds available.
Public input sought on Kapa‘a road project
The public is invited to share ideas to improve the safety and accessibility of Kawaihau Road by identifying potential road improvements along the Kawaihau Road corridor.
Ross Kagawa returns to Kaua‘i County Council to fill seat vacated by Luke Evslin
Ross Kagawa previously served on the Council from 2012 to 2020. He has been chosen to replace former Councilmember Luke Evslin, who recently joined the Hawai‘i State House of Representatives.
House Rep. introduces resolutions proclaiming Feb. 24 ‘Remember Ukraine Day in Hawaiʻi’
Hawaiʻi Rep. John Mizuno emphasizes that the war in Ukraine has brought to the attention of the entire world the plight of unarmed, innocent Ukrainian civilians who are suffering and being targeted by occupying military forces.
Gov. Green nominates Kali Watson to lead Department of Hawaiian Home Lands
Hawai’i Gov. Josh Green has nominated Kali Watson to reprise his roles as Director of the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands and as Chair of the Hawaiian Homes Commission.
Hanapēpē refuse transfer station trash chute closed Feb. 23 and 24
Refuse carts will be staged at the transfer station and accept bagged trash only.
High Surf Advisory in effect on East Side of Kaua‘i
Large, rough surf is forecasted through Thursday but continue through the weekend.
Tobacco companies target diverse populations in Hawaiʻi
In Hawai‘i each year, the tobacco industry spends an estimated $26 million on marketing; more than triple the amount the state spends on tobacco prevention and control programs.
94-foot luxury yacht runs into reef in Maui’s Honolua Bay; salvage plan in works
An estimated 30 coral and live rock were damaged during the initial assessment of the grounded vessel Nakoa.
Kaua‘i cops quiet about search for murder suspect in Kōkeʻe
Police have not responded to media inquiries made over the course of the past week – and the Department of Land and Natural Resources isn’t talking.
Luke Evslin of Kaua‘i sworn into Hawai‘i House of Representatives
Luke Evslin was sworn in alongside Trish La Chica, who will serve as the state representative of House District 37 on O‘ahu.
Grove Farm on Kauaʻi names board chair and interim CEO
Donald G. Horner has assumed the role of board chair and interim CEO of Grove Farm, a community development and property management company headquartered in Līhuʻe.
Research finds Papahānaumokuākea could be lost breeding ground for humpback whales
In 2020, the Wave Glider, a remotely operated surface vehicle equipped with sound recorders, traveled 2,600 miles over 67 days, recording the presence of humpback whales throughout the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument.
Update: Highway near Hanalei Bridge has one lane open; flood watch canceled
Kūhiō Highway near the Hanalei Bridge remains closed due to high water levels.
Safe and Quiet Skies Act reintroduced by U.S. Rep. Ed Case of Hawaiʻi
“For too many years, Hawai‘i has seen deadly crashes of commercial air tour helicopters, including in residential neighborhoods, and far too many dead from the crashes of commercial skydiving planes,” said U.S. Rep. Ed Case.
