Kaua‘i News
Kaua’i sees mostly below average rainfall in November
The Anahola rain gage posted its lowest November total in its 31-year data record. Līhuʻe Variety Station and Wainiha had their lowest November totals since 2012.
Trustees sworn in for Office of Hawaiian Affairs; they elect leadership today
Addressing issues surrounding the Office of Hawaiian Affair’s share of the Public Land Trust revenue and the development of OHA’s lands at Kakaʻako Makai – recently renamed Hakuone – will be key areas of focus for the agency in the coming year.
Kaua‘i Climate Action Coalition hosting COP27 review Dec. 19
Speakers will include Maui Councilmember Kelly King, who attended the 26th United Nations climate change conference in Glasgow.
Hāʻena shuttle on Kaua’i hits bump in road to success
Despite recent reports of disgruntled tourists, North Shore community groups are chalking up the system as a success.
U.S. Coast Guard searches for possible missing person off Na Pali Coast
The Coast Guard is searching for a possible person in the water after locating an adrift and abandoned kayak in the near shore waters off Nualolo Kai Beach.
State orders updated COVID-19 vaccines for keiki as young as 6 months old
The Hawai‘i Department of Health has placed orders to supply participating health care providers with updated bivalent vaccines for children ages 6 months to 5 years old.
Kapa‘a lane closures coming Monday
State DOT officials also reminded drivers of ongoing East Side lane closures.
Case presented certificate from Hawai‘i Senate in honor of her service as DLNR chairwoman
Case completes her second term as head of the Department of Land and Natural Resources and also chairwoman of the state Board of Land and Natural Resources at the end of this year.
Update: High surf advisory extended for east-facing shores of Kaua‘i
An easterly trade wind swell will remain at advisory levels tonight before dropping just below the threshold this weekend.
Native species return to Rice Street via new murals
Koki‘o ‘ula, lehua makanoe and naupaka kahakai are the latest additions to Rice Street’s public art collection.
Kaua‘i Bus pass program accepting applications
The program provides free or discounted bus passes to those with transportation needs.
Update: Missing Utah woman located and safe
The Kaua’i Police Department thanks the public for its assistance.
Speed limit to drop near Pakala Beach
State transportation officials say the change supports safer pedestrian activity near a popular surf break.
Kauaʻi Police Department promotes 7, honors 4 and welcomes 3 new officers
The Kaua‘i Police Department promoted Jason Overmyer and Stacy Perreira to the rank of Lieutenant — and promoted Ritchael Cariaga, Andrew Muraoka, Ariel Ramos, Macy Telles and Tyler Yates to the rank of Sergeant.
William Browning of Līhuʻe identified as bicyclist killed from hit-and-run injuries
Kaua’i police continue to search for the driver of a white Toyota Tacoma that struck the bicyclist from behind, according to the preliminary investigation.
Kaua‘i entering fire weather watch Thursday
National Weather Service: Dry fuels, strong and gusty trade winds, and low relative humidity could produce extreme fire behavior.
Mauna Loa eruption Day 10: Overflow breaks out upslope from flow front; lava still nearly 2 miles from Saddle Road
The question of when and if the lava flow reaches and crosses Saddle Road, the main thoroughfare between the east and west sides of the Big Island, is on everyone’s minds.
Governor orders flags to fly at half-staff on Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
Gov. Josh Green’s order, at the direction of President Joe Biden, is in effect until sunset today.
Get your fireworks permits in time for New Year’s
Kaua‘i fire officials are recommending buyers apply for permits before fireworks go on sale Dec. 26.
Update: High surf advisory canceled
Officials have nixed the advisory initially slated to end at 6 p.m.
