Kauai News
Public may weigh in as Kaua‘i utility seeks 50-year permit
The 50-year permit, if approved, would follow several 5-year incidental take permits granted to KIUC by the United States Fish & Wildlife Service.
Most rain gauges on Kauaʻi record near to above average rainfall in December
Although wet conditions closed out the year, all of the rain gauges on Kauaʻi finished 2022 with near to below average rainfall totals.
First time in 50,000 years green comet commeth; and it may never return again
The green comet was discovered by astronomers at the Palomar Observatory in San Diego County, Calif., and made its closest approach to the sun on Jan. 12.
University of Hawaiʻi Board approves tuition freeze for 4 years for community colleges
The new UH schedule freezes tuition for the next two academic years but has 2% increases in resident tuition rates at UH Hilo, UH Mānoa and UH West Oʻahu in academic years 2025-26 and 2026-27.
Green to deliver his first State of the State address
The public can watch the speech live in person at the Capitol in Honolulu or via several outlets on the internet.
High surf warning extended for portions of Garden Isle
The warning for north- and west-facing shores of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau is now in effect until 6 p.m. Monday.
University of Hawaiʻi investigates coolant leak in Maunakea telescope
The University of Hawaiʻi has notified the Hawaiʻi Department of Health that it is investigating two fluid leaks from the chilling system of the UH 88 inch observatory on Maunakea, operated by the Institute for Astronomy, also known as IfA.
Portion of Kawaihau Road to close for clearing and roadwork next week
A portion of Kawaihau Road will be closed from Jan. 23-27, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for clearing and grubbing, roadway excavation, and sidewalk construction.
Flags ordered at half-staff for funeral services of Princess Kawānanakoa
The princess, who died on Dec. 11, 2022 at age 96, will lie in state at ‘Iolani Palace on Sunday for the public memorial and on Monday there will be her private funeral at Mauna ‘Ala.
Public input sought in survey about traffic safety and issues in Hawaiʻi
Information collected from the survey will help the Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation dedicate resources to communities that are greatly impacted by either traffic safety concerns or need additional resources.
Volcano Watch: Newberry volcano in Oregon designated as “very high threat” by U.S. Geological Survey
Newberry Volcano has been active for more than 530,000 years, most recently 1,300 years ago and is designated as a “very high threat” volcano by the U.S. Geological Survey.
High surf advisory for portions of Kauaʻi, Niʻihau until 6 a.m. Saturday
The forecast for Kauaʻi and Niʻihau is for surf to build to 15 to 20 feet along north-facing shores and 10 to 15 feet on west-facing shores.
Three from Kaua‘i nominated to fill Hawai‘i House seat vacated by Tokioka
Current and former councilmembers Luke Evslin and Mason Chock, as well as nonprofit director Nikki Cristobal, are in the running.
Kaua‘i couple retires from botanical garden – but continues to nurture their community
Chipper and Hau‘oli Wichman have recently stepped down as president and executive assistant of the National Tropical Botanical Garden. The two have spent decades restoring the flora and culture of Hawai‘i.
Hawaiʻi State Legislature opens 2023 with public, culture and optimism
For nearly three years, the COVID-19 pandemic forced the Hawaiʻi State House and Senate to operate solemnly online, but Wednesday the public was back and the mood was festive.
Search continues for missing Big Island fisherman; friends hold out hope
An extensive 72-hour search for Captain Cook fisherman Mark Knittle, who fell overboard in waters off Hōnaunau Bay early Sunday, ended Wednesday evening with no signs of the 63-year-old.
Kōloa roads will close periodically beginning Monday
The Kaua‘i Department of Public Works and contractors are constructing improvements near Kōloa Elementary.
32nd session of Hawaiʻi State Legislature opens today with optimism and priorities
This year, the Hawaiʻi State Capitol is open to the pubic and in-person public sessions for the first time since COVID-19 led to social distancing.
7.0 earthquake in Moloucca Sea near Indonesia; no tsunami threat for Hawaiʻi
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center reported an earthquake with a magnitude of 7.0 occurred at approximately 8:06 p.m. HST in the Molucca Sea near Indonesia.
Drug-free nonprofit invites Kaua‘i to Līhuʻe open house
The first such event ever hosted by the Hoʻokele Coalition will include refreshments and free raffle prizes.
