Kaua‘i News
Green waste services unavailable at Kapa‘a transfer station until further notice
During this period, customers are advised to use green waste at the Līhu‘e refuse transfer station.
UPDATE: Warrant issued for suspect in connection with homicide
Chris Santos, 48, is wanted in this homicide investigation, and a warrant has been issued for his arrest. Santos is believed to still be on Kaua‘i.
Kaua‘i firefighter receives minor injuries during response to Kapa‘a structure fire
During an inspection of the building walls, a gas leak was also discovered after an unknown ignition source caused the flash fire that injured the firefighter.
One month since Lāhainā wildfires: Oct. 8 reopening date set for West Maui, 66 remain unaccounted for
Governor Josh Green today announced the reopening of West Maui on Oct. 8, as the state tries to balance economic survival, and the need for people to have jobs to help their families as they rebuild and recover.
New book highlights Native Hawaiian cultural practices for social justice, health
“Ka Māno Wai: The Source of Life” explores Native Hawaiian cultural practices through the insights of 14 esteemed kumu loea, or experts, from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa.
Kaua‘i firefighters extinguish multiple brush fires Wednesday
When firefighters arrived on scene shortly before 10:50 a.m., they discovered two fires at the end of Kalalea Road. The first fire was a combination of brush and a vehicle, which firefighters contained and extinguished shortly after.
One hospitalized following Po‘ipū traffic crash Thursday
According to preliminary reports, at approximately 6:35 a.m., Kaua‘i Police was dispatched to a report of a traffic crash involving a bicyclist and a motor vehicle. A bicyclist traveling southbound on Nalo Road attempted to make a right turn onto Ho‘one Road. After overtaking a vehicle near the stop sign, the bicyclist collided with a Toyota Tacoma operated by a 24-year-old Hanapēpē male traveling eastbound on Ho‘one Road.
Kaua‘i Gross Liquor Sales Percentage Fee due by Oct. 30
The department will be sending out notices to licensees in the coming days.
Update: Kōkeʻe brush fire extinguished
Fire crews have cleared the scene and Waimea Canyon Drive is now open.
Kaua‘i police seek help finding missing Kapa‘a man
The 53-year-old was last seen at a family member’s residence over a week ago and is known to frequent the Kīlauea to Kapa‘a areas.
Update: brush fire extinguished in Kōloa
The Kaua‘i Police Department is currently rerouting traffic in the area to assist in the response.
Kapa‘a Swimming Pool to reopen Thursday; blessing held last week
“After undergoing extensive renovations, we are pleased to announce that the Kapa’a Swimming Pool will reopen to all swimmers this Thursday,” said Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami.
Hanalei Beach parking lots to close for temporary repairs starting Wednesday
Repairs will be made on four different parking lots.
Paramedics concerned about quality of care under new ambulance contract on Maui and Kauaʻi
Advocates of the current service say “flaws” in the new contract would diminish the Emergency Medical Services systems, and called the diminished standards “grossly irresponsible,” “negligent” and “profoundly hurtful” in the wake of the worst mass casualty in Hawaiʻi’s modern history.
Volunteer in the Makauwahi Cave Reserve on Kaua‘i
The “Reforest Hawaiʻi, Capture the Carbon” event on Sept. 16 begins at 7 a.m.
Four more Lāhainā wildfire disaster victims identified Sunday, bringing the total to 54
The Maui Police Department released the names of four more victims from the Aug. 8 Lahaina fire. Police today confirmed the identity of: Nicholas Turbin III, 71; Anthony “Tony” Simpson, 43; Glenda Yabes, 48; and John “Thumper” McCarthy, 74. All are from Lahaina.
Lane closures scheduled for portion of Iwipo‘o Road in Lāwa‘i
The road closure is necessary to allow the County of Kaua‘i Roads Division to repair a damaged culvert.
Maui Fire Department contains 100% of Lāhainā fire Sunday
The Maui Fire Department said the total estimated amount of acres for the Lāhainā fire is 2,170.
UH medical students meet leaders of Kauaʻi health care community
The students, part of Kauaʻi Medical Training Track program, kicked off their first year Aug. 18 during an event at The Plantation House by Gaylords.
Partial lane closures to be implemented along Pu‘uwai Road in Kalāheo
Residents, pedestrians and motorists are advised to adhere to flaggers, who will be on-site to assist with traffic flow.
