Kaua‘i News
Flags ordered at half-staff to honor law enforcement officers who lost lives in line of duty
This week is Police Week nationwide and Wednesday is Peace Officers Memorial Day.
Gov. Josh Green calls state to action to be more aware of risks, prepared for wildfires
State’s top executive proclaimed May as Wildfire Mitigation and Risk Reduction Preparedness Month
Kaua‘i poi to be served at dozens of Hawai‘i schools throughout May
Across the participating schools, over 11,800 individual 4-ounce poi cups from Hanalei Poi Company and their Hanalei farmer suppliers — equating to nearly 3,000 pounds of poi — will be served.
Flood watch issued throughout Hawaiian Islands
A Kona low developing north of the state will bring the potential for a prolonged period of heavy rain and thunderstorms over portions of the state from Wednesday through Friday.
State implements tenant screening fee regulations for Hawai‘i residents
The new law prohibits a landlord from charging an applicant for a residential dwelling unit, a tenant screening fee that is more than the actual cost to obtain information about the applicant.
Kaua‘i Community College professors among University of Hawai‘i faculty honored for excellence in teaching, research
“Congratulations to our world-class honorees who have demonstrated outstanding excellence in teaching and scholarship,” said UH President David Lassner.
Brown water advisory in place for Kōloa Landing
Rain has resulted in stormwater runoff entering into coastal waters.
Governor proclamation encourages collective action against threats from invasive species
At Friday’s proclamation ceremony celebrating Hawaiʻi Invasive Species Awareness Month (HISAM), Governor Josh Green, M.D., helped bring focus to the risks that invasive species pose to the environmental and economic health of Hawaiʻi, the good work taking place to combat them, and the importance of a cooperative approach in the effort.
Kaua‘i magician Matthew Singer to deliver 12 performances at Poʻipū resort this summer
The show features all-original material including two tricks the magician is particularly fond of: “Dimensional analysis” and “subconscious electrical sensing.”
Proposals sought for coconut rhinoceros beetles management in green waste
The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture is seeking proposals from nonprofit organizations to eliminate coconut rhinoceros beetles on O‘ahu, and another to support green waste management on Maui, Moloka‘i, Hawai‘i island, Kaua‘i and O‘ahu.
Yearslong black slime ‘nightmare’ now in court; Kaua‘i homeowners ‘fatigued’
Nearly 80 homes in a Hanamā‘ulu a development with plumbing reportedly rife with black slime-causing bacteria.
Aurora Borealis witnessed on Big Island
“It was a beautiful purple and greenish tinge visible to the naked eye for about 5 minutes,” Brenda Trowbridge shared on social media.
Update: Flood advisory canceled, watch remains in place for all Hawaiian Islands
Radar shows that the heavy rain has diminished.
US Senate passes provisions to improve air tour safety, address air noise in Hawai‘i
The US Senate on Thursday passed the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, which included several provisions authored by US Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i). The bill contains measures to address air tour noise in Hawai‘i, improve air tour safety, help airports adapt to extreme weather, and establish a Senate-confirmed Assistant Secretary at the Department of Transportation’s Office of Aviation Consumer Protection. The bill now moves to the House of Representatives for consideration.
Volcano Watch: The blast of the century at Kīlauea
Kīlauea began erupting explosively 100 years ago this week, for the first time in nearly a century. The eruption lasted for about 17 days, killing one person and injuring others.
Kaua‘i fisherman finds oddity in belly of tuna; scientists identify rare octopus
Alan Okuhara of Mark’s Place is a scientist at heart; he and marine biologist Molly Lutcavage have a list of ‘marine mysteries’ to solve.
Help ‘Stamp Out Hunger’: Donate to National Association of Letter Carriers food drive
The 32nd annual National Association of Letter Carriers annual event is Saturday nationwide, including in Hawai‘i.
Update: Flood advisory for Kaua‘i canceled
Radar shows that the heavy rainfall that started at about 1 p.m. Friday has diminished.
Kaua‘i, start your engines: PMRF hosting fourth annual car show this Saturday
Ninety vehicles of all kinds have registered for the event. Attendees can vote for their favorite vehicles, and the winners will receive trophies.
Portion of Wawae Road in Kalāheo closed until further notice
Erosion exacerbated by recent flooding has compromised the roadway’s stability.
