Kaua‘i News
Two Kaua’i residents among winners of 2022 Timeshare with Aloha Awards
From a pool of 42 nominations, winners for the ARDA-Hawaiʻi’s 2022 Timeshare with Aloha Awards were chosen in nine award categories with two honorees from Kauaʻi.
High surf advisory issued for Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau
A high surf advisory was issued for north- and west-facing shores of Ni‘ihau and Kaua‘i till 6 a.m. Tuesday.
Free COVID-19 tests available at Kauaʻi County neighborhood centers Oct. 19-21
The County of Kaua’i will distribute free COVID-19 home test kits at County neighborhood centers from Oct. 19 to Oct. 21.
Worst-case scenario: Research finds 50% of world’s coral reefs face death by 2035
By 2055, it is projected almost all of the world’s coral reefs, or 99%, will face unsuitable environmental conditions.
Kauaʻi Sea Farm cultivating loli for export and fishpond restoration with NOAA funding
The Kaua‘i Sea Farm in Kalāheo has partnered with the O‘ahu nonprofit Pacific American Foundation to cultivate loli as a high-value export product and restore fish ponds through a project funded by NOAA.
Firefighters respond to structure fire in Waipouli
No injuries were reported following a fire Friday at a Waipouli condominium complex.
Kaua‘i Independent Food Bank holiday food drive kicks off in November
A Kaua‘i food bank wants to make the holidays brighter — and fill tables — for people in need.
Explanation available online for proposed charter amendments on 2022 general election ballot
The 2022 general election is just a few weeks away and Kaua‘i voters will have the chance to weigh in on several proposed changes to the county charter.
National Weather Service extends high surf advisory for north-facing shores
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended a high surf advisory through this evening for portions of the Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau.
County committee donated period product packs for homeless girls and women on Kaua’i
The Kaua‘i County Committee on the Status of Women provided 46 period product packs each to Hale Opio Kaua‘i, Kaua‘i Economic Opportunity and Family Life Center Kaua‘i, which all help homeless girls and women.
Daytime closures on Kūhiō Highway for road construction begin Oct. 24
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation on Monday will begin daytime closures on Kūhiō Highway between Kuamoʻo Road and the Temporary Kapaʻa Bypass Road for the Kūhiō Highway short-term improvements project.
Officials advise no swimming, snorkeling because of high surf conditions
Safety officials are asking swimmers and snorkelers to take a break at some of the island’s shores because of dangerous ocean conditions.
High surf advisory issued for portions of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau
A high surf advisory is in effect until 6 a.m. Saturday.
USPS debuts new delivery options for Līhue Carrier Annex on Kauaʻi
The US Postal Service launched its new USPS Connect delivery services at 15 Post Offices across Hawaiʻi today, including the Līhue Carrier Annex Post Office.
More lane closures scheduled in Kapa‘a
Construction of a new roundabout in Kapa‘a will again require portions of three roadways to be closed.
Water Department upgrading meter tech islandwide
The Department of Water is transitioning to advanced water meter technology for its more than 24,000 customer accounts as part of a meter replacement program.
Get crafty: Blankets, quilts, plants, food and more up for grabs at Senior Center Craft Fair
There will be crafted items and homemade food for just about everyone — and maybe even a few Christmas gift ideas — during an upcoming event in Līhu‘e.
IRS reminding more than 9M people they could be eligible for key tax credits
The Internal Revenue Service is sending special reminder letters to more than 9 million people who still could be eligible for a variety of key tax benefits.
Resurfacing work scheduled on Poʻipū Road
Portions of Poʻipū Road will be closed Oct. 14-19, weekdays, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., weather permitting.
