Kaua‘i News
Overnight water service shutdown scheduled on Ala Namahana Parkway on Dec. 14-15
The service area includes Ahuimanu Center tenants, Kīlauea Fish Market and the Kīlauea Post Office.
Physics behind unusual behavior of stars’ super flares discovered
While solar flares can be powerful, they are insignificant compared to the thousands of “super flares” observed by NASA’s Kepler and TESS missions.
Kaua‘i Community College students prepare food donations for Maui
Under the tutelage of Culinary Instructors Chef Steve Nakata and Chef Mark Oyama, with
assistance from O‘ahu-based non-profit organization Chef Hui, the students are learning how to prepare, chill, and cook or reheat bulk foods.
Kauaʻi sees near to above average rainfall in November
Leeward and southern portions of the island continue to see abnormally dry and moderate drought conditions; however, most of the island is not experiencing drought.
Hawai‘i travelers optimistic about airline merger of Alaska and Hawaiian
In the merger announcement, CEOs from Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines said they were committed to a combined airline that maintains both brands.
Update: High surf advisory canceled for north- and west-facing shores of Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau
Surf has fallen below advisory levels.
Link between STI and advanced prostate cancer debunked
Prostate cancer, a common concern both in the United States and globally, holds the title of the most frequently diagnosed cancer in men in Hawaiʻi.
Dec. 26 update: Updated hours announced for firecracker permit payments
The Kaua‘i Fire Department reminds the public that it is illegal to set off fireworks and firecrackers on public property, including streets, sidewalks, or parks. Removing the powder or pyrotechnic contents from any firework is prohibited.
The Salvation Army is seeking community assistance with Angel Tree Campaign
All children should feel the magic of Christmas during the holidays, and no family should have to choose between paying the bills or paying for
meals – especially during the happiest time of the year.
EnhanceFitness program now available in Hanalei
EnhanceFitness is a group exercise program that is designed for older adults at all levels of fitness.
Attorney General Lopez acts to reduce illegal gun trafficking
Following the passage of the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, the ATF has proposed a new regulation to clarify what it means for a person to be “engaged in the business” of dealing in firearms.
Matson returns Hōkūleʻa home to Hawai‘i
The voyaging canoe was unloaded onto the water at Honolulu Harbor Thursday morning at 8 a.m.
GoFarm Hawai‘i returning; free participation to applicants referred by employers
Class times are are on weeknights and weekends over a seven-month period to minimize interference with work obligations.
Update: Kaua‘i police locate missing child safe
Donvyn Maloney, age 13, of Lāwa‘i, was reported missing on Dec. 4 and was last seen in the Puhi area.
New or amended ocean resources rules go before State Land Board
In 2021, the Hawai‘i State Legislature mandated the implementation of the Ocean Stewardship User Fee. Commercial operators that are required to have a Commercial Use Permit from the DLNR Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation (DOBOR), will have to collect a $1.00 fee from each passenger or customer.
Governor orders flags to fly at half-staff today in honor of Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
“This is a day for all of the world, but especially Hawaiʻi, to solemnly honor the sacrifices of so many service members and civilians who lost their lives during the Dec. 7, 1941, attack that changed the course of world history,” said Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green
Update: High surf advisory canceled
According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, surf along north-facing shorelines of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau has fallen below advisory levels.
Kekaha man sentenced to 10 years in prison for sex assault on a minor
Ezra John Silva pled guilty to Sexual Assault in the Second Degree.
Mayor Kawakami to proclaim Dec. 6 Kaua‘i Tele-Dentistry Pilot Project Day
Hawai‘i has one of the highest prevalence of tooth decay in the United States.
Kekaha Landfill to close early Dec. 15
The early closure is needed to accommodate a community event. Regular landfill hours will resume Dec. 18.
