Kaua‘i News
Red Flag Warning Extended For Portions of Kaua‘i County
The red flag warning will be in effect from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 10, the same time frame as a fire weather watch issued earlier Tuesday.
Kaua‘i County Sees Jump in Firearm Permits Processed in 2021, State Report Shows
Kaua‘i County saw an increase in firearm permits processed, registered firearms and imported firearms last year, according to data released by the Department of the Attorney General.
Kauaʻi Sees Mostly Below Average Rainfall in July
July was a drier month on Kauaʻi, according to a rainfall summary for the month from the National Weather Service in Honolulu.
Weekly COVID Update: 162 New Cases Reported on Kaua‘i
The state Department of Health reported 3,189 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, Aug. 10, bringing the statewide total to 332,822. Fourteen new fatalities were reported.
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.
