Kauai News
Conservation-based summer program accepting applicants on Kaua‘i
The program, which runs from June 5 through July 23, typically caters to students between the ages of 17 and 22.
Kaua‘i lawmakers named to House leadership roles
Garden Isle politicos will helm the state’s 2023 Legislative Session when it begins Jan. 18.
Meanwhile, local Democrats are seeking a replacement for Kaua‘i Rep. Jimmy Tokioka, who has left his seat to join Gov. Josh Green’s administration.
Hawai‘i leaders commemorate Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Today, the nation celebrates Martin Luther King, Jr., and his legacy to fighting for equality.
High Surf Advisory extended for Ni‘ihau and Kaua‘i
The National Weather Service has extended its High Surf Advisory to 6 a.m. Tuesday.
12-year-old boy hit by car while riding his bike in serious condition
A 12-year-old Anahola boy was admitted in serious condition to Wilcox Medical Center after he was struck by a vehicle while riding his bike Saturday afternoon.
6th emergency relief period for SNAP benefits declared by Gov. Green
Gov. Josh Green signed a sixth emergency proclamation to extend federal funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program emergency allotment benefits, in keeping with ongoing federal COVID relief efforts.
Kauaʻi lane closures for Jan. 15-20
There will be no lane closures on Jan. 16 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Kūhiō Highway southbound contraflow also will not operate on this day.
High surf advisory for north- and west-facing shores of Kauaʻi, Niʻihau
Surf is forecast to be 18 to 22 feet this morning for north- facing shores of Kauaʻi and Niʻihau, and dropping a little in the afternoon.
Kaua‘i community asked to assist murdered, missing Native Hawaiian women and girls
The average profile of a missing child in the State of Hawai‘i is a 15-year-old Native Hawaiian female from O‘ahu, according to a new report authored by Kaua’i community organizer and researcher Nikki Cristobal.
Kaua‘i Community College kicks off spring semester
KCC’s new Interim Chancellor Margaret Sanchez is excited to start the year off strong.
First responders aid surfer in Hanalei waters off Kaua‘i
Kaua‘i beachgoers are urged to stay well away from the water and visit other lifeguarded beaches such as Keālia Beach, Lydgate Beach Park, Poʻipū Beach Park and Salt Pond Beach Park.
Mālama Kaua’i sows seeds of Food Access Plan
State legislators and the public will review Kaua‘i residents’ food-access objectives in February.
High Surf Warning downgraded to Advisory for west- and north-facing shores
A High Surf Warning has been downgraded to an Advisory, which is now in effect till Sunday evening.
Live ball python turned in at Honolulu Zoo
A 28-inch live ball python was turned in to the Honolulu Zoo Wednesday afternoon under the state’s Amnesty Program.
Kaua‘i groups awarded $385,000 for community projects
Grant recipients included HAPA, Malama Kaua‘i, the Kaua‘i Community Science Center and the Aina Alliance, among others.
Plane lost power before Līhu‘e Airport crash
The unidentified pilot sustained serious injuries, according to the National Transportation Safety Board’s preliminary findings.
Kaua‘i COVID-19 testing centers close next month
Almost 90,000 COVID-19 rapid PCR tests have been run through the county’s testing sites to date, according to Kaua‘i officials.
State official addressing Kaua‘i women’s issues next week
The public is encouraged to attend the meeting discussing topics including abortion legislation, period poverty and solutions to violence against women.
Vidinha Stadium track and field to close Jan. 17 to Jan. 27
Vidinha Stadium track and field in Līhuʻe will be closed from Tuesday, Jan. 17 to Friday, Jan. 27. The closure is necessary to conduct temporary repairs to the track, according to the County of Kaua‘i Department of Parks and Recreation, which announced the pending closure this week. “We thank the public for your patience as […]
Kaua‘i Solid Waste offering $80k through competitive grant program
Grant funds are only available to non-profit organizations, which submit applications by Feb. 10.
