Kaua‘i News
Earth Machine Home Composting Bins now available on the North Shore of Kaua‘i
The County of Kaua‘i has been distributing compost bins free of charge for over 20 years.
Kauaʻi County seeks feedback on proposed strategies to adapt to climate change
The County of Kauaʻi is seeking feedback from its residents on proposed Climate Adaptation Strategies through an online poll and a series of workshops being held May 10 to June 21.
Magnitude 7.4 earthquake strikes near Tonga Islands; no tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck near the Tonga Islands at a depth of 132 miles at 6:02 a.m. on May 10; there is no tsunami threat to Hawai’i.
Kaua‘i Department of Water’s quality reports now available
In accordance with The Safe Drinking Water Act, the Department of Water produces and provides its customers with an annual water quality report by July 1.
Koloa Rum Company expands distribution to New Jersey
New Jersey consumers can now choose from eight Koloa Rum products made in Kalaheo.
Construction to begin on 24-unit project in ʻEleʻele for homeless
The Kauaʻi County Housing Agency held a blessing on Tuesday to mark the start of construction for the 24-unit, $4.37 million Lima Ola Supportive Housing Project in ‘Ele‘ele.
Kaua‘i County Council to vote on Coco Palms resolution to prioritize public access, uses
The resolution introduced by Kauaʻi County councilmember Felicia Cowden cites the historical and cultural significance of the derelict Coco Palms resort in Wailuā.
Young Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders face highest cancer death rates
Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders between the ages of 20 and 49 had the highest death rate from any cancer, compared to 20 to 49-year-olds from other racial and ethnic groups.
Kaua‘i climate group to discuss airlines’ carbon footprints Wednesday
Speakers will include Gordon LaBedz of Surfrider Kaua‘i and Sari Pastore of Understory Alliance.
Paige Onishi new COO of Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement
Onishi will oversee day-to-day operations and ensure all departments within the Council are working to accomplish the organization’s goals.
Updates for lane closures of Weliweli Road in Kōloa to install new sewer line
The Kauaiʻi County Department of Public Works announced updates about lane closures on Weliweli Road in Kōloa to install new sewer line.
Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative leads state in renewable generation at 60.2% in 2022
Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative announced it has maintained its position as the state’s top renewable generator by achieving 60.2% renewable in 2022.
State releases draft management plan for Kapāpala Canoe Forest on Hawaiʻi Island
The 1,257-acre Kapāpala Canoe Forest, the only state land designated for cultivating and providing koa for use in kālaiwaʻa, or traditional Hawaiian canoe construction, has a draft management plan that can be viewed online.
Sen. Schatz introduces bipartisan bill to protect keiki from harms of social media
U.S. senators Brian Schatz, Tom Cotton, Chris Murphy and Katie Britt have proposed new legislation called the Protecting Kids on Social Media Act, aimed at safeguarding children from the harmful effects of social media.
Sections of Mailihuna, Kawaihau roads to close beginning May 8
Exercise caution and drive slowly when commuting through the work area.
McDonald’s treats Hawaiʻi’s teachers with free coffee, cookies May 8-12
McDonald’s of Hawaiʻi is showing appreciation for educators across the state by offering a free medium hot or iced coffee and two chocolate chip cookies from May 8-12.
Kaua‘i companies join business incubator
Kealia Organics and Ohana Mana Juice Co are among the 13
within the cohort.
Gardening on the Garden Isle: Are you smarter than a rose beetle? Can you outrun a snail?
Kauaʻi Master Gardener Tom Timmons explains how to get rid of beetles, slugs and snails without chemicals in his latest Gardening on the Garden Isle column.
Mongoose captured at Nawiliwili Harbor on Kauaʻi
While mongoose populations are well-established on O‘ahu, Maui, Moloka‘i and Hawai‘i Island, the Kaua‘i Invasive Species Committee continues to successfully prevent the animal from gaining a foothold on the Garden Isle.
Gov. Green nominates Kauaʻi’s Tokioka for Hawaiʻi’s economic chief
Hawai’i Gov. Josh Green nominated James Kunane Tokioka of Kauaʻi to serve as the Director of the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism.
