Kaua‘i News
Kaua‘i Ocean Discovery to Reopen
A learning facility focused on the traditions and knowledge of the ocean and inspiring ocean stewardship is reopening.
Call For 2022 Kauaʻi Poke Fest Competitors
How are your poke skills? Do you think your poke is the best? Want to find out?
Several Lane Closures in Effect
Several lane closures are in effect around the island this week, according to the county Department of Public Works.
County to Host First Youth Climate Summit
The county is looking for input from island youth about how to combat and adapt to climate change.
15K Free COVID Test Kits to Be Handed Out on Kaua‘i
A third round of free COVID-19 home test kits will be available to Kaua‘i residents from May 2-6.
UH Research Focuses on Improving Public Health With Hula
The end of the Merrie Monarch Festival in Hilo on the Big Island doesn’t mean hula gets put on the shelf for a year. In fact, findings in a study by University of Hawai‘i researchers suggest people could hula their way to better health.
Community Encouraged to Participate in National Drug Take-Back Initiative
National Drug Take-Back Day is approaching and authorities are encouraging residents to gather up their unused or expired medications for safe, anonymous disposal.
Blessing Held Friday for Lydgate Beach Park Inclusive Playground
A blessing was held at Lydgate Beach Park on Friday for the state’s first fully inclusive playground.
Trio of Waimea Roads to Close April 25-26
The Department of Public Works Roads Division announced that portions of Maile Road, Ape Place, and Ula Place in Waimea will be closed for one-lane closures on April 25 and April 26, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Weekly Road Closures: April 23-29
The state Department of Transportation released its weekly list of road and lane closures for April 23-29. Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.
2 Rescued from Queen’s Bath
Two Utah visitors, aged 48 and 22, were rescued at Queen’s Bath in Princeville Thursday morning.
Blessing Held for Kaua‘i Veterans Cemetery Expansion Project
About 50 people gathered for the blessing of the Kaua‘i Veterans Cemetery Expansion Project in Hanapēpē on Thursday, April 21.
Police ID Victim in Fatal Good Friday Crash on Kūhiō Highway
Authorities have identified a woman who was killed in a car crash on Kūhiō Highway on Good Friday.
Watch: From Maunakea to Haleakala, Chants Welcome Earth Day
On Earth Day 2022 at sunrise, groups across Hawai‘i gathered atop Hawaii island’s Maunakea and Maui’s Haleakala. They were joined by islanders and visitors who congregated in sacred Hawaiian spaces and places, urban centers and along the coastlines. All participated in a chant that began at 6:06 a.m. Hawaiian sunrise.
Kaua‘i Health Officials: New Strains Likely Reason for Increased COVID Cases
In its latest information briefing released Thursday, Kaua‘i health officials said the number of increased COVID-19 cases is likely due to new subvariants found in Hawai‘i.
10 Soloists Vie for Top Title of Miss Aloha Hula
The Merrie Monarch hula competition kicked off Thursday night with Miss Aloha Hula at the Edith Kanakaʻole Stadium in Hilo.
Anahola Man Faces Negligent Homicide Charge in Connection to Fatal Crash on Good Friday
An Anahola man is facing numerous charges, including negligent homicide, following a car crash last week that left one person dead.
Hōkūleʻa, Hikianalia Making Good Headway Toward Tahiti
The crews of voyaging canoes Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia and making strides on their way to Tahiti.
