Kaua‘i News
Brown Water Advisory issued at Lumahai Beach
The public is advised to stay out of flood waters and storm water runoff due to possible overflowing cesspools, sewer, manholes, pesticides, animal fecal matter, dead animals, pathogens, chemicals and associated flood debris.
Wailuā Golf Course to limit play, as state sprays trees for coconut rhinoceros beetle
Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture and University of Hawai‘i researchers will conduct the drone-based treatment of the palm trees, in an effort to eliminate the course’s coconut rhinoceros beetle infestation. So far, 31 adult beetles have been found in traps at the golf course.
Kupu, state launch Nā Manu ʻElele Steward Program – applications open now
The stewards are responsible for educating visitors, enforcing safety measures, and maintaining the increasingly popular Hawai‘i Island trail. The program sees great success by increasing visitors’ awareness of the trail’s hiking conditions and the valley’s history and cultural significance. There’s also been a decrease in hiking accidents, illegal camping and parking infractions.
Reminder: Real Property Tax Relief and Exemptions deadline Oct. 2
If you are a Primary Resident of Kaua‘i and are not currently receiving a home exemption or related tax credit, you may be eligible to file a claim to reduce the real property taxes on your home. To qualify for a home exemption, you must occupy your property as your principal home for more than 270 days, file a 2022 Full Time Residency State of Hawai‘i Income Tax Return (form N-11), provide a Hawai‘i Driver’s License or State ID, and do not claim primary residency elsewhere.
Hawaiian Airlines Holoholo Challenge moves to Kaua‘i; funds raised go to McBryde Garden
Hawaiian Airlines launched the Holoholo Challenge in 2020 to encourage wellness and connection amid heightened isolation during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Kauaʻi Community College’s honeybees are among the last disease-free hives in Hawai’i
Bee populations in the United States are declining due to a parasite called the Varroa mite that’s also been found on Oahu and the Big Island. Kauaʻi Community College’s Apiary Project has one of the few disease-free honeybee sites left in the state.
Lane closures for sections of Kapa‘a from Oct. 2 to Oct. 6
The closure is necessary for roadway construction. During this time, lanes will be shifted to help accommodate for the construction. Please note that Kawaihau, Hau’a’ala, and Mailihuna Road will experience temporary road narrowing. Additionally, please note that during student pick-up and drop-off times, work effort will be minimized to help accommodate both Kapa‘a High School and the elementary schools.
Kaua‘i County Water Department goes pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Water Department employees will wear pink work shirts featuring a pink remembrance ribbon on Wednesdays throughout October.
Firefighters extinguish fire in Kalāheo Thursday; two individuals displaced
Personnel from the Kalāheo and Hanapēpē fire stations, Rescue 3, the Fire Prevention Bureau, Kaua‘i Police Department, and the on-duty Battalion Chief responded to the incident.
Hanapēpē refuse transfer station closed Saturday
The closure is necessary for crews to haul green waste. For the safety of crew members of the public during the green waste hauling, all services will be closed on Saturday.
Officials advise no swimming at Brennecke’s Beach due to shark sighting
Officials received reports of a possible 7-foot shark near Brennecke’s Beach on Wednesday.
Woman dies following Līhu‘e traffic crash Wednesday
At approximately 4:50 a.m. Wednesday, KPD and Kaua‘i Fire Department personnel were dispatched to a report of a traffic crash involving a motor vehicle and pedestrian near mile marker 2.5 on Kapule Highway in Līhu‘e.
Road closures scheduled for portions of Waipouli Road in Kapa‘a starting Wednesday
The closure is for road surfacing work.
Kaua‘i County Agency on Elderly Affairs symposium to focus on fraud and scam prevention
Resource tables with providers within the community will be open for viewing prior to and following the one-hour presentation by Kupuna Alert Partners, which begins promptly at 10 a.m.
Kaua‘i firefighters extinguish 12-acre brush fire in Anahola – arson suspected
No injuries were reported, and no structures were damaged. However, first responders advised homes along Pilipoli Road to evacuate as a precaution.
One more Lāhainā fire victim identified by police: death toll is 97, unaccounted for is 22
The Maui Police Department identified one more victim of the Aug. 8 Lahaina fire on Monday: Matsuyuki Osato, 83, of Lahaina.
Kapa‘a swimming pool to temporarily close
The closure will allow for crews to complete electrical work.
New census data confirms more Native Hawaiians reside on the continent than in Hawai’i
U.S. Census data indicate that in 2020, 47% of Native Hawaiians lived in Hawaiʻi, while 53% resided on the continent.
Deadline nears to apply for real property tax relief, exemptions
If you are a primary resident of the island and not already receiving a home exemption or related tax credit, you could be eligible to file a claim to reduce the real property taxes on your home.
