Kaua‘i News
State Fines US Navy Nearly $9M For Sewage Discharges
The state Health Department issued a notice of violation and order to the Navy to address a myriad of deficiencies at a wastewater treatment facility near Pearl Harbor.
Deadline to Apply for Real Property Tax Exemptions is Sept. 30
The County of Kaua‘i is reminding the public that the deadline to file upcoming 2023 Real Property Tax Exemptions is Sept. 30.
Hanamā‘ulu Man Arrested Following Bomb Threat to Kōloa Elementary
A Hanamā‘ulu man was arrested Monday after making a phone call to the Kōloa Elementary School administration, threatening that a bomb would go off at the end of the school day.
Whoa: Kaua‘i Kneeboarder Earns 9th World Title
Kaua‘i kneeboarder Dave Hubbard made history when he become only the second bodyboarder to earn nine world titles, earning the prestigious designation Sept. 10 at the Sintra Portugal Pro competition.
Kauaʻi Humane Society: We Need Help
“In these challenging times, we look to our community, near and far, to help KHS continue to maintain its no-kill status … as well as a refuge to animals in need,” Schafer said.
Online Event Connects UH Grads to IT, Intelligence Career Opportunities
Graduating students and recent grads of the University of Hawaiʻi system interested in pursuing careers in the information technology and intelligence sectors will have another chance to connect with employers in Hawai’i during an upcoming online career fair.
Lane Closure Scheduled For Portion of Kekaha Roadway
A part of a Kekaha roadway will be temporarily closed the first week of October.
County Announces Auction of Used Equipment, Supplies at Department of Water
The county will conduct a sealed bid auction of items no longer being used by the Department of Water.
Water to Be Temporarily Shut Off on Kīlauea Roadway
Water customers on a Kīlauea roadway are being notified that their service will be temporarily shut off one day this week.
Occasional Traffic Delays Scheduled at Kōloa Roundabout
Work at an intersection in Kōloa will likely cause occasional traffic delays this week.
Farm Vehicles Have New Safety Check Form to Fill Out
Farmers renewing their safety checks have a new form to fill out to do so.
Wailua Student Earns $10K Scholarship
A Kaua‘i High School graduate recently earned a heroic scholarship.
Second Brush Fire Extinguished in Anahola
A second reported brush fire broke out Friday afternoon in Anahola.
Weekly Road Closures: Sept. 24-30
The list of weekly road and lane closures for the week of Sept. 24-30 is out.
Driver of Fatal Kapa‘a Accident Arrested
The driver involved in a Kapa‘a traffic crash that resulted in a fatality has been arrested.
No Injuries Reported Following Early Morning Brush Fire in Anahola
No injuries were reported following a brush fire early this morning in Anahola.
Haleko Road Closure on Sept. 24
Haleko Road, from Rice Street to Pua Loke Street, in Lihue will be closed for road maintenance work on Sept. 24 from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., weather permitting.
Momma horse killed by hunter trying to eradicate wild pigs on friend’s property
A hunter helping his friend eradicate wild pigs from his property on the BIg Island instead shot the neighbor’s horse, leaving her 11-weak-old foal without a mother.
Lane Closures Scheduled in Kapa‘a Starting Next Week
Portions of Mailihuna Road, Hau‘a‘ala Road, and Kawaihau Road will be closed from Sept. 26 to Oct. 1, from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Weekly COVID Update: 68 New Cases Reported on Garden Isle
The state Department of Health reported 1,132 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, Sept. 21, bringing the statewide total to 343,204.
