Kauai News
Gov. Green forms committee to guide him in discussions on Hawai‘i military-leased lands
Mostly made up of Native Hawaiians, the committee encompasses individuals from state government and the private sector.
Kaua‘i firefighters contain 10-acre brush fire sparked Wednesday night
No injuries or damaged structures have been reported at this time.
State notifies public about upcoming full closure of Wailuā River Bridge
Officials said the closure during the morning of Nov. 16 is necessary while crews pour concrete for one of the diaphragms under the bridge.
Green Fee Advisory Council to give update about project evaluation, recommendations
Online registration now open for the Nov. 20 webinar; the council is now reviewing the more than 600 ideas submitted from individuals and from other avenues for possible Green Fee funded projects.
Breaking News: After record 43 days, federal government shutdown ends
President Donald Trump signed a funding bill on Wednesday night that ends the stalemate over the funding bill.
Road closures scheduled for Kiahuna Plantation Drive, west resort entrance
The scheduled lane and road closures will allow crews to continue work on the Po’ipū Road Safety and Mobility Project.
Public can give input on update of county Multi-Hazard Mitigation and Resilience Plan
The 5-year plan is a key to strengthening community preparedness and reducing risks around Kaua‘i from natural disasters.
County Charter Review Commission invites public comment on proposed amendments
Commission’s next meeting is Nov. 24, during which members will discuss proposed initiatives including adding to qualifications necessary to be county finance director, prohibiting or limiting gated communities within the county, requiring the Kaua‘i County Cost Control Commission to review the proposed budget of the Office of County Clerk and more.
Community gathers at Hanapēpē Veterans Cemetery for Kauaʻi’s Annual Veterans Day tribute
Community members and veterans gathered at Kauaʻi’s Hanapēpē Veterans Cemetery for a heartfelt Veterans Day tribute, honoring the contributions of military personnel.
Community input sought for Statewide Historic Preservation Plan update
The plan is meant to guide preservation priorities, partnerships and strategies around Hawaiʻi through 2034 — public input is vital to ensure it reflects the voices and values of Hawaiʻi residents.
Did you know? Diabetes increases risk of blindness, serious eye diseases
Hawaiian Eye Center raising awareness and urging prevention during Diabetic Eye Disease Awareness Month.
Update: Another 8-foot shark spotted in waters off Kaua‘i North Shore beach
The sighting at Hanalei Bay later Tuesday afternoon (Nov. 11) came just 2 hours after the first 8-foot shark, a tiger shark, was spotted off Keālia Beach.
Update: Advisory remains in place for Kauaʻi, Niʻihau east shores as high surf persists
National Weather Service cancels advisory for north-facing shores, but eastern shorelines can still expect to see large breakers from 9 to 12 feet increasing to 10 to 14 feet Wednesday (Nov. 12).
Update: Weliweli Road drainage work delayed until January 2026
The work was originally slated to begin Nov. 10. More information will be provided when available.
ʻŌlelo to broadcast, stream Office of Hawaiian Affairs committee, board meetings
Broadcast and streaming of meetings conducted elsewhere throughout the islands — not just from the Office of Hawaiian Affairs boardroom on O‘ahu — also will be allowed, such as recent sessions at University of Hawai‘i at Hilo’s College of Hawaiian Language.
Kauaʻi’s first pickleball event to raise funds for local families in need
The first annual Kauaʻi Pickleball Tournament of Hope will raise money for programs through Child & Family Service as state funding cuts threaten valuable services for families.
Scientist reports recent Kaua’i shark encounters reflect normal fall behavior
Following a shark bite incident off Kauaʻi’s North Shore, experts affirm that such encounters align with normal seasonal behavior, stressing that the risk to swimmers remains low despite temporary beach closures.
Water system upgrade to interrupt service for some customers in Kapa‘a
As a result, a water service interruption will impact a portion of Haleilio Road, Kaulana Road, and Kihei Road on Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., weather permitting.
Kaua’i County offices to close in observance of Veterans Day
In observance of Veterans Day, Kauaʻi will close multiple county facilities on Nov. 11.
Emergency road closure planned along Wawae Road tomorrow morning
Motorists can expect 15 to 30-minute intermittent road closures along a portion of Wawae Road in Kalāheo from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tuesday.
