Kauai News
No injuries following warehouse fire in Kapa‘a, officials say
Damages to structure and contents are estimated at $350,000.
Park rangers raise concerns over non-traditional offerings left at Kīlauea summit on Big Island
Recent visitors to Kaluapele, the summit area of Kīlauea, have left behind roasting pans filled with meat, poke to unopened packages of Chips Ahoy cookies, fruit, candy bars and burning incense sticks. Officials from Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park say they’ve been left as offerings to pay respects to Pelehonuamea, the elemental deity of volcanism and […]
Hawai‘i Tourism Authority releases February Hotel Performance Report
For February 2024, the survey included 168 properties representing 48,046 rooms, or 86.0 percent of all lodging properties with 20 rooms or more in the Hawaiian Islands, including those offering full service, limited service, and condominium hotels.
Kaua‘i County Council approves development plan to grow affordable housing in Kapa‘a
Construction is set to begin in late 2025 and is expected to be completed in early 2027.
Graduation dates announced for Hawai‘i high schools
Hawai‘i Department of Education announced dates for high school graduation ceremonies for the class of 2024.
Smoking’s impact across racial, ethnic groups focus of UH study
Researchers from the University of Hawai’i Cancer Center collaborated on a study that sheds light on the complex links between smoking habits, epigenetics (the factors beyond DNA sequence that impact gene activity), and the risk of smoking-related diseases, such as lung cancer.
Water service shutdown scheduled in Līhu‘e
The Kaua‘i County Department of Water will conduct work from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., weather permitting.
State agencies and community groups to explore solutions for building a climate-ready Hawai‘i
A series of events will be hosted throughout the week in an effort to underscore the importance of taking action and supporting efforts to build a climate ready Hawai’i.
Rock music’s Michele Rundgren is selling Tiki ‘Iniki – the only tiki bar on Kaua‘i
Michele and her husband, rock star Todd Rundgren, opened Tiki ‘Iniki on the North Shore of the Garden Isle in 2013.
Kaua‘i police seek help finding missing Līhu‘e man
The Kaua‘i Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing Līhu‘e man. Seventy-six-year-old William Birkholz was reported missing on Monday. He was last seen near Nāwiliwili Small Boat Harbor on Saturday. Birkholz is 5 feet 7 inches tall, weighs approximately 140 pounds and has blue eyes and grey hair. He is […]
Update: High surf advisory for shores of Ni‘ihau and Kaua‘i extended
Surf of up to 20 feet is expected along north-facing shores, and up to 14 feet along west-facing shores.
Man arrested in connection with Koloa dog strangling case
“A 35-year-old male resident of Kōloa was inside his residence when he heard a loud noise coming from where his dog was kept outside. Upon exiting the residence, the 35-year-old man found 49-year-old Jason Mearns lifting his dog off the ground by its chain,” the Kaua‘i Police Department said in a statement.
One newly graduated correctional officer takes up posts at Kaua‘i jail
The Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation welcomed its first new class of adult corrections officers at a graduation ceremony on O‘ahu last week.
Salvation Army ARC monthly donation event scheduled for Friday
Residents, businesses and other organizations can bring in unwanted or unneeded items for reuse, including clothing, small furniture, children’s toys, books, and shoes. Clothing and textiles do not need to be in good condition. Torn or stained clothing is okay.
Enrollment registration for PACT Act scheduled on Kaua‘i for veterans
The two-day event will bring out Veteran Affairs health care professionals to share information and resources with veterans on Kaua‘i regarding the new act, which expands VA health care and benefits for veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange and other toxic substances.
Community petition to revoke permits is denied as Coco Palms rebuild continues
The planning commission’s decision comes amid developer Reef Capital Partner’s announcement that they have reached key milestones in the demolition process, and that construction crews are actively working to complete the once-renowned Coco Palms Resort in 2026.
State legislature discusses funding air ambulance program
The new program would create a cost-sharing partnership with the Department of Health bringing helicopters and funding to operate the program to Hawai‘i, Kaua‘i and Maui Counties.
Clearing and maintenance work scheduled for Kaiākea fire station
The necessary work will allow various County of Kaua‘i crews to cut and maintain vegetation and remove debris on the property.
Looking for employment? Check out the Kaua‘i Job Fair
More than 50 businesses, representing a variety of industries on the Garden Isle, will offer an assortment of employment opportunities.
Get rid of your household hazardous waste during upcoming collection events
Among the items that will be accepted are automotive products, lead-acid batteries, lawn and garden products, oil-based paints, thinners and stains, fluorescent lights, batteries and more.