Kaua‘i News
KAPA DJ Kahikina Attempts to Break Record for Longest Continued Broadcast
KAPA Hawaiian FM DJ Tommy “Kahikina” Ching has been on air since 3 p.m. Monday, Aug. 1, in an attempt to break the record for longest continued broadcast.
State Set to Receive Funding from Nationwide Opioid Settlements
Hawaiʻi is set to receive $26 billion in opioid settlement funds as part of $78 million in nationwide settlements to resolve lawsuits against the three largest drug distributors and one of the largest drug manufacturers, Johnson and Johnson.
State Agency Helps to Make Voting Accessible for Individuals with Disabilities Ahead of Primaries
“We hope that people with disabilities will look into the options that are available to them, because every vote really matters, especially in tight races,” said HDRC’s executive director Louis Erteschik.
State’s Largest Conservation Officer Recruit Class Begins Training
If they all succeed, the state Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement will have an additional 42 officers come next year to beef up its ranks, including some on Kaua‘i.
New Trash Removal Company Looks to Clean up Island
A locally owned and family-operated trash removal company on the west side of Kaua‘i is a fast growing and affordable option when it comes to removing rubbish, which the owners love doing because it serves, if not beautifies, the whole island.
Federal Funding to Aid South Shore Roads
U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i), a senior member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, today announced that Kaua‘i and Maui will be receiving nearly $50 million in combined grant funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation.
EPA Fines DLNR for Large Capacity Cesspool in Kapa‘a
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, EPA, has fined Hawai‘i Department of Land and Natural Resources for an illegal large capacity cesspool, LCC, in Kapa‘a.
Visitor Dies of Apparent Drowning in Waters Off Wainiha Bay
The Kaua‘i Police Department reports that a visitor from the mainland died of an apparent drowning during the weekend.
Affordable Connectivity Program Building Digital Equity by Offering Discount on Internet Service Bills
A program funded by federal dollars is helping island residents get connected.
Portions of Po‘ipū Road to Close Next Week
Portions of Po‘ipū Road near Kōloa Elementary School will be closed from Aug. 15-31, weekdays, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for various improvements.
Keiki Bike And Skateboard Safety Day Returns to Wilcox Medical Center
After a two-year hiatus because of the COVID-19 pandemic, Keiki Bike and Skateboard Safety Day returns this month to Wilcox Medical Center in Līhuʻe.
Salvation Army ARC Schedules August Donation Event
The Salvation Army is giving residents, businesses and other organizations another chance to donate unneeded items for reuse.
5th Circuit Seeks Applicants for Independent Grand Jury Counsel
The 5th Circuit Court is seeking applicants for independent grand jury counsel.
Lane Closures Scheduled For Sections of Kapa‘a
The county is notifying the public about several lane closures scheduled this week in Kapa‘a.
UH-Hilo Center Helps Re-Establish Endangered Maunakea Silversword
A University of Hawai‘i at Hilo center tasked with the stewardship of Maunakea on the Big Island is partnering with the state to aid recovery of a highly endangered plant on the mountain.
AARP Hawai`i Events Goes Inside the Mind of Cyber Conman Brett Johnson
Johnson’s Aug. 20 O‘ahu presentation will be simulcast on the AARP Hawaii Facebook page and YouTube channel.
Watch: Monk Seal Protection Going Smoothly
The Hawaiian monk seal Rocky and her pup spent most of this morning in the water. By late morning they’d moved back onto Kaimana Beach to rest, prompting volunteers from Hawaii Marine Animal Response (HMAR) to again change-up their cordon, with ropes and signs to keep people back.
Flag Order Issued for Late SC Judge
As a mark of respect for the late former Hawaiʻi Supreme Court Chief Justice Ronald Moon, Gov. David Ige on Friday ordered that the flags of the United States and State of Hawai‘i shall be flown at half-staff at all state offices and agencies, as well as the Hawaiʻi National Guard, from sunrise to sunset on Monday, Aug. 8.
Portion of Olohena Road in Wailua to Close Aug. 8, 10, 11
The Department of Public Works announces that a portion of Olohena Road near Olohena Bridge No. 2 will be closed on Aug. 8, Aug. 10, and Aug. 11, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., weather permitting.
Weekly Road Closures: Aug. 6-12
The state Department of Transportation issued its weekly list of road and lane closures for Aug. 6-12.
