Kauai News
To Capt Andy’s, thanks for everything! Surfrider Kaua‘i
Port Allen-based tour and adventure company helps nonprofit reward its hardworking and dedicated volunteers with sunset Nā Pali Coast dinner cruise and then beecomes an Ocean Friendly Restaurant.
Update: Big Island’s Kīlauea puts on ‘one for the history books’ with Episode 23 of ongoing eruption
Lava fountains reach more than 1,000 feet, volcanic plume soars at least 5,000 feet before most recent phase of eruptive activity — that teased for several days — abruptly ends after just 6 hours and 10 minutes Sunday night.
Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, Pacific Islanders ‘integral to the American story’
Hawai’i U.S. Sen. Hirono, New York Rep. Meng introduce bicameral resolution officially marking May 2025 as Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, honoring the significant contributions the communities have made and continue to make to the United States.
Kaua‘i Bus schedule adjusted for upcoming parade in Kalāheo
The parade, which will cause road closures in Kalāheo, is to honor Hālau Ka Lei Mokihana o Leināʻala and the 2025 Miss Aloha Hula, Jaedyn Janae Puahaulani Pavao.
Famous to infamous? First responders called to Kalalau for 3rd time this month
32-year-old man visiting Garden Isle was rescued May 23 from beach after suffering an apparent leg injury in the famous areea of Nā Pali Coast along Kaua‘i’s North Shore.
Volcano Watch: Inter-episode rumblings at Kīlauea
As enthralling as each eruptive episode is, experts at the USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory watch just as closely at what’s happening between episodes.
Kaua‘i weekly lane closures: May 24-30
In observance of Memorial Day on May 26, there will be no contraflow and lane closures unless otherwise permitted. Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice.
Hirono joins in introducing bipartisan resolution recognizing National Wildfire Preparedness Month
US Sen. Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) joined in introducing a bipartisan, bicameral resolution designating May as “National Wildfire Preparedness Month.” The introduction of this resolution comes as recovery efforts continue following the devastating Lahaina wildfires in 2023 and the Los Angeles fires earlier this year.
Guardrail work scheduled on roadway in Kapa‘a
The work is scheduled to occur from May 27-28, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., weather permitting.
Keiki summer program explores animal husbandry, gardening and life skills
The Kauaʻi Animal Education Farm is hosting six weeks of a Summer Enrichment Program in Kapaʻa offers for children aged 8-14 to learn new skills and make friends.
Hawaiʻi’s health perceptions declining: New survey reveals widening disparities
Hawaiʻi residents are reporting a decline in their own health outlook and face escalating barriers to care, according to a new statewide survey released Wednesday.
Corals damaged by yacht returned to Maui waters following rehabilitation
Rehabilitated coral fragments damaged by a grounded luxury yacht more than two years ago were returned yesterday to Honolua Bay on Maui’s northwestern coast.
Water conservation measures remain in place for Hanalei community and ʻAnini Beach areas
An update will be provided when the conservation request has been lifted.
Kaua‘i County announces facility closures on Memorial Day
The Waimea and Kapa‘a swimming pools will also be closed in observance of the holiday.
Hawaiʻi actor Kaipo Dudoit brings island charm to Disney’s live-action ‘Lilo & Stitch’
Several Hawaiʻi-born actors are hitting the big screen in the live-action “Lilo & Stitch” when it opens in theaters this Friday, May 23. Among them is Kaipo Dudoit of Oʻahu who plays the role of David Kawena.
New eatery opens in the Shops at Kukui‘ula
Scotty Browns, part of the Vancouver-based Browns Restaurant Group, began serving food to customers on May 6.
Full closure scheduled on Temporary Kapa‘a Bypass Road later this month
The closure is necessary to install new striping and paving markers on the newly paved road.
SurfRider Foundation Kaua‘i releases monthly water quality tests for beaches, streams
Water quality in several Kaua‘i streams had overwhelming levels of bacteria recorded during the SurfRider Foundation’s monthly testing in May.
Petroleum company on Kaua‘i cited for hazardous waste violations
The company has been assessed a $108,140 fine for the three violations. In addition to paying the penalty, the company has been ordered to take corrective actions, including — but not limited to — training its employees to prevent future violations.
State seeks public input on Nā Ala Hele Trail program
Nā Ala Hele is updating its program plan, originally created in 1991, and seeks community input. Forest users are invited to help guide the process by joining an online open house on Wednesday, May 21 from 5-6:30 p.m. via Zoom.
