Kauai News
Ho‘one Road in Po‘ipū Now Open For Traffic
A Po‘ipū roadway that was damaged by the historic south swell during the weekend is open again.
Lane Closures Scheduled For Poʻipū Road
Portions of a Kōloa roadway will be closed beginning this week.
DHHL to Begin Hanapēpē Topographic Survey
The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands will begin a topographic survey of residential lots in Hanapēpē next week.
Kalāheo Trash Pick-up Delayed Today
Due to a manpower shortage, trash pick-up in the Kalāheo area will be delayed today, July 19, the county stated this morning.
Celebrate National SPAM Musubi Day with L&L Hawai‘i
L&L restaurants nationwide next month will celebrate Hawai‘i’s favorite comfort food: SPAM.
Update: High Surf Advisory Cancelled
A high surf advisory for all south-facing shores of Kauai has been cancelled, the National Weather Service reported Tuesday afternoon.
Historic S. Shore Swell Damages Roads, Wows Spectators
Spectators are urged to use extreme caution, as large breaking waves could make it dangerous for those standing along the shoreline.
High Surf Warning Extended, Public Advised to Stay Away for West, South Shorelines
The National Weather Service has extended the high surf warning through 6 p.m. for all south-facing shores of all the islands.
AARP Awards $20K Grant to Rice Street Business Association
A Kaua‘i organization will receive a portion of nearly $50,000 in grant funds from the 2022 AARP Community Challenge.
Paniolo Heritage Rodeo Returns July 22-24
Dust off those cowboy boots and put on your spurs. The Paniolo Heritage Rodeo returns next weekend, kicking off the Kōloa Plantation Days at CJM Country Stables in Po‘ipū.
County Officials Urge Safety as High Surf Conditions Persist
Historic high surf affecting the south-facing shores of the state are affecting portions of Kaua‘i and county officials are urging the public to stay safe.
Five Days Left: Hawaiʻi Residents Asked to Help Develop UH Strategic Plan
The University of Hawaiʻi is working on a strategic plan for the future and is asking all Hawaiʻi residents for their input.
High Surf Warning Extended Through Monday For South-Facing Shores
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended a high surf warning for south-facing shores of the state, including those of Kauaʻi.
25K Grant to Help Nonprofits Ready for Federal Funds
Managing the effective use of the hundreds of millions of dollars in federal relief funds that are being allocated to Hawai‘i is no simple task.
Saturday PM Update: Darby More or Less Done
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center reported Saturday evening that the remnants of Darby moved southwest of Hawai’i Island and will have very little impact on Hawaii’s weather
Summer Pandemic Electronic Food Assistance Program to Roll Out July 19
The Hawaiʻi Department of Human Services (DHS) and the Hawaiʻi State Department of Education (HIDOE) have announced the roll-out of 2022 Summer Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer Program (P-EBT).
Saturday Update: Darby’s Path Stays Steady, Passing West of Big Island Today
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center said in its 5 a.m. Saturday public advisory that Darby was about 190 miles east-southeast of Hilo and about 400 miles east-southeast of Honolulu, moving west at about 22 mph. It will be west of the Big Island by 2 p.m. today, according to the Center.
County: No Swimming on South, West Beaches
Ocean Safety Bureau officials are advising no swimming and snorkeling on south- and west-facing shores due to dangerous ocean conditions.
O‘ahu Youth Coach Sentenced for Child Pornography
An O‘ahu man and youth sports coach was sentenced Thursday to 20 years in prison for child pornography.
Eastbound Lane of Kaumuali‘i Highway in ‘Ele‘ele Now Open
Due to a traffic crash, the eastbound lane of Kaumuali‘i Highway in ‘Ele‘ele near the vicinity of ‘Ele‘ele Big Save had been closed.
