Kauai News
Hanapēpē Public Library to celebrate 75th year with 1950s swing dance
The Hanapēpē library opened in 1950 on land once covered by rice paddies and intended for a police station.
Kaua‘i lane closures for week of Feb. 1-7
Lane closures can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Will your route to live, work or play be impacted? Check it out now.
Update: High surf advisory canceled for north shores of Kauaʻi, Niʻihau
Forecasters report, however, that surf along northern shorelines will remain slightly elevated.
Wilcox nurses rally behind new state report about need for, benefits of safe staffing
“We have shared the research that lower ratios literally save lives. Hawai‘i Pacific Health has lower nurse-to-patient ratios in all their O‘ahu hospitals,” said Amy Steward, a Wilcox nurse for more than 17 years and member of the Hawai‘i Nurses Association Wilcox bargaining team. “It’s baffling why they won’t agree to well-researched health policy.”
State crews manage numerous boat groundings following storm
In light of the groundings, Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation Administrator Meghan Statts reiterated that boat owners and operators should pay attention to weather forecasts, avoid going out in advance of storms and check that their lines are secure in harbors or while tied to moorings.
Assessments, cleanup continue throughout Kaua‘i County following major winter storm
County departments assess damages, other impacts — including water conservation request for several communities and service disruption in Kīlauea — and Kaua‘i Island Utility Cooperative continues power restoration efforts.
Update: Young Brothers barge scheduled to arrive Saturday at Nāwiliwili
The shipping company’s sailing schedule was disrupted because of the major winter storm that passed through the state. Barge was originally scheduled to sail Thursday from Honolulu.
Volcano Watch: Announcing winners of 2025 Volcano Awareness Month Art & Poetry Contest
Participants were invited to submit a poem in haiku format or art recognizing Hawaiʻi’s volcanic landscapes in the following age divisions: elementary (grades K-5), middle school (grades 6-8), high school and adult. Nearly 60 entries were received, most from kamaʻāina.
Power restored to majority of Kaua‘i; utility crews ‘working for almost 20 hours straight’
Approximately 1,500 members remain without power at this time.
Public urged to remain vigilant as hazardous weather conditions continue
Kaua‘i County offers updates on response to major winter storm, preparation tips and more information to keep the community informed.
UH-Mānoa building RISEs to occasion, tapped as gold standard for sustainability
Walter Dods Jr. RISE Center is an integrated living and learning community, advancing sustainability practices through its design, construction and operations.
State Transportation Department preps for significant winter storm
Actions were taken by staff, personnel and crew at Hawai‘i’s airports and harbors as well as on its highways to make sure they are ready for impacts from the storm.
‘Red sky in the morning, sailors take warning’: Major winter storm to bring possible flash flooding, damaging winds
Unusually strong winter storm expected to pass just north of Kaua‘i, dragging cold front up through entire state, with tropical moisture and instability provided by strong southerly kona winds.
Update: High wind warning issued for Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau
Southwest winds of 20 to 30 mph, with localized gusts of more than 60 mph, are expected with a major winter storm headed toward the islands. Winds are forecast to increase near Kaua‘i this evening into the night.
UH researchers: Hawai‘i’s two most active volcanoes share magma source
From the mid-20th century to about 2010, Mauna Loa was less active, whereas Kīlauea was highly active. During this time, the chemistry of lava from Kīlauea became more similar to typical lava from Mauna Loa. Since 2010, researchers at University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and their colleagues observed a change in lava chemistry at Kīlauea.
Construction of raised crosswalk at deadly Kauaʻi intersection to begin Feb. 14
The Kawaihau Road raised crosswalk is part of the Kapa‘a Town resurfacing project by Hawai‘i Department of Transportation, which has been on the books since 2017.
Episode 7 of Big Island volcano’s ongoing summit eruption finished in 16 hours
Kīlauea’s summit is already showing signs of renewed inflation, however, so it might not be long until an Episode 8 of lava fountaining and flows is underway.
Lane closure schedule through Jan. 31 for Kaua‘i
Motorists are reminded that lane closure schedules can change at any time, without notice. All projects are weather permitting.
Kaua‘i Fire Department urges safe fireworks practices during Lunar New Year’s celebrations
Fireworks and firecrackers are only allowed to be ignited on private property between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Jan. 29.
Bill package advocates for Hawaiʻi keiki
2025 Keiki Caucus suite of proposed state legislation focuses on taxes, education and health as long-term measures that give state’s young people more opportunity.