Kaua‘i News
Victims in Weekend Plane Crash Identified
A multi-agency search and recovery operation was conducted Monday in Kōke‘e, for an overdue Civil Air Patrol plane that crashed late Sunday afternoon.
Cessna Plane Crashes on Kaua‘i, Authorities Investigating
Authorities are investigating the crash of a Cessna 172 on Kaua‘i, the National Transportation Safety Board tweeted this morning.
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events Scheduled
The Public Works Solid Waste Division reminds residents that Household Hazardous Waste events are scheduled on March 26 and 27, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
High Surf Advisory Issued for Niʻihau and Kauaʻi
The National Weather Service issued a high surf advisory for Kauaʻi and Niʻihau starting at noon till 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 22.
‘Ukes for Ukraine to Help Those Impacted by War
The global ‘ukulele community will come together on April 9, for a live-stream fundraiser, “‘Ukes for Ukraine.”
Free Classes, Summer Advising, Scholarships to UH Campuses Offered for Class of 2022
The University of Hawai‘i Community Colleges and their community partners are offering support for high school seniors still challenged by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Kaua‘i Kumu, Educator, Awarded for Conservation Efforts
On Saturday, March 19, among other honors, Sabra Kauka was named a DLNR & YOU Citizen Conservationist.
Kaua‘i Bus Announces Change to Kōloa School Bus Stop
Construction work on an island roadway will require a change in where people get on the Kōloa Shuttle near Kōloa School.
Forestry Program Looking For Tree-Caring Volunteers
Are you passionate about trees and their value for our well-being? Do you have professional experience you would like to apply to improving our urban and community forests and green spaces across the state?
Firefighters Extinguish Brush Fire in Makaweli Valley
Firefighters extinguished a brush fire that ignited in Makaweli Valley, in Waimea, Friday afternoon.
Bill Would Restore Military Land Back to Hawaiʻi
U.S. Rep. Kaialiʻi Kahele introduced the Leandra Wai Act, federal legislation to remediate and restore Mākua Military Reservation on O‘ahu and return the land from the military back to the State of Hawaiʻi.
County In-Person Meetings Return March 28
In-person meetings are returning starting Monday, March 28.
Kaua‘i Weekly Lane Closures: March 19-25
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announced lane closures for the week of March 19-25.
Molokaʻi Man Pleads Guilty to Flight Interference, Assault of Attendant
A Molokaʻi man pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in connection with a case involving an assault of a flight attendant on a flight from Honolulu to Hilo last year.
More Free Test Kits Available on Kaua‘i
A second round of free COVID-19 home test kits will be available to Kaua‘i residents from March 28 to April 4.
County Announces Prince Kūhiō Day Closures
In observance of Prince Kūhiō Day, county offices will be closed Friday, March 25. Regular business hours for county offices and services will resume Monday, March 28.
Liquor Control to Begin Collecting Red/Blue Manager Exam, Card Fee
In compliance with the rules of regulation of the Liquor Control Commission, the county Department of Liquor Control will soon begin collecting a fee for the red/blue manager card exam and card.
$10M Gift to Help Address Kaua‘i’s Physician Shortage
A major funding gift from the founder of social media giant Facebook and his wife will help address the physician shortage and improve access to health care on Kaua‘i.
Vehicle Involved in Hit-And-Run Located
The Kaua‘i Police Department is asking for the public’s help with finding a driver involved in a hit-and-run incident.
Senate Passes Schatz-Led Bill to Protect Survivors of Abusive Relationships
The U.S. Senate today unanimously passed the Safe Connections Act that will help survivors of domestic violence cut ties with their abusers and separate from shared wireless service plans.
