Kaua‘i News
King Kalākaua replica medals stolen during break-in at Merrie Monarch Festival office
Hawai‘i police are investigating a break-in at the Merrie Monarch Festival office in Hilo where several items were stolen, including replicas of King David Kalākaua medals.
Kaua‘i: last week to apply for Kupu ‘Āina Corps
Kupu is actively seeking host sites and participants to work in sustainability-focused sectors like renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, and climate adaptation on Kaua‘i.
Queen’s Bath closed due to hazardous conditions
Last year saw several swimmers rescued from the waters of Queen’s bath, including a group of four tourists from Texas, Wisconsin, Mississippi and Florida.
Mayor Kawakami signs $398 million Kauaʻi county budget for fiscal year 2024
Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami signed a $398.4 million Kauaʻi County budget for fiscal year 2024 that includes $87 million for capital improvement projects.
County departments at Līhuʻe Civic Center closed June 19 due to water leak damage
The water leak was caused when a sprinkler was accidentally activated shortly after 8:50 p.m. on June 18, according to a preliminary report from the Kaua‘i Fire Department.
Hawai‘i senator introduces measures to end waiting period for immigrants seeking federal benefits
U.S. Sen. Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) introduced legislation with fellow House Democrats to eliminate the five-year waiting period for immigrants seeking a range of federal benefits.
Southwest ending nonstop flights Sept. 5 between Los Angeles and Kauaʻi, Big Island airports
Southwest Airlines once again will end daily nonstop service between Los Angeles and the airports in Līhuʻe on Kaua‘i and Kailua-Kona on the Big Island the day after Labor Day.
Hōkūleʻa canoe begins 4-year Moananuiākea Voyage circumnavigating Pacific
The voyaging canoe Hōkūleʻa departed Statter Harbor in Juneau, Alaska, on June 18, 2023, to officially start a four-year circumnavigation of the Pacific.
3 Kaua‘i businesses receive grant to help grow operations
A state agency has awarded nearly $1 million to 26 local companies in an effort to help with expenses in fostering economic and employment growth throughout the islands.
Lane closures for sections of Kapa‘a scheduled June 19 to 24
Motorists are advised to expect brief and occasional delays. Please exercise caution and drive slowly when commuting through the work area.
Paniolo Cattle Company beef brand to no longer be available at Hawai‘i Safeway locations
Parker Ranch in Waimea on the Big Island announced that the partnership between its Paniolo Cattle Company and the national grocery store chain will end in mid to late July.
Kaua‘i County sewer rate increase goes into effect on July 1
Kaua‘i residents are reminded that the county’s sewer rate will increase by 11% starting July 1, 2023. The previous adjustment to wastewater rates was in 2014. The increase comes after Kaua‘i County Council passed Bill 2874 in September 2022. According to the legislation, the rate will increase by 11% per year over a five-year period. […]
Gardening on the Garden Isle: How to eat a tree
In the latest Kaua’i Now gardening column, Master Gardener Tom Timmons explains how to eat a Moringa tree, which he says is tasty.
Po‘ipū Beach on Kauaʻi ranks 18th for bluest water in United States
Poʻipū Beach’s water is among the bluest in the nation.
State officials report voluntary food recall of certain raw oysters after 5 people get sick in Hawai‘i
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health is warning the public of two food items — raw oysters and frozen fruit — sold in the state that have been voluntarily recalled by manufacturers due to contamination.
Hundreds gather in Alaska for Global Launch Ceremony of Hōkūle‘a as crew sets out on 4-year voyage around the Pacific
Cultural blessings, celebratory dances and protocol were conducted Thursday at the Global Launch Ceremony.
President, CEO of Hawai‘i Tourism Authority to step down in September when contract ends
John De Fries is the first Native Hawaiian appointed as Hawai‘i Tourism Authority’s president and CEO.
6.5 magnitude quake hits Tonga region; no tsunami threat for Hawai‘i
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center reported an earthquake with a magnitude of 6.5 occurred at approximately 9:11 a.m. HST in the Tonga region.
Kawaikini Charter School’s annual fundraiser at Rob’s Good Times Grill in Līhuʻe
Kawaikini Charter School will host its biggest fundraiser of the year, “Kanikapila me Kawaikini,” on June 20 at Rob’s Good Times Grill in Līhuʻe.
Volcano Watch: Honoring volcanolgist who unveiled Earth’s magnetic secrets in lava flows
This week’s Volcano Watch is dedicated to U.S. Geological Survey scientist Duane Champion, who helped unlock Pele’s secrets by studying the magnetic properties preserved in lava flows.
