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Update: Heavy rain diminishes over windward Kaua‘i; flooding no longer threat

National Weather Service forecast office in Honolulu cancels flood advisory that was in effect until 2 a.m.

Proposed bipartisan measure hopes to use AI to TAME extreme weather, wildfire

TAME Extreme Weather and Wildfires Act introduced in U.S. Senate by Hawai’i Democrat Schatz and Montana Republican Sheehy would use artificial intelligence to better protect communities from increasing toll of extreme weather and wildfires.

Appeals court hands down victory in battle against scourge killing endangered native birds

Environmental Court’s sufficient finding of final environmental assessment for incompatible insect technique project to control mosquito-born avaian malaria in East Maui, like that started in February on Kauaʻi, affirmed by Intermediate Court of Appeals.

Hanalei transfer station accepting bagged trash only April 28-May 3

The temporary change is because of scheduled necessary repair work, weather permitting, on the facility’s drainage system to ensure regulatory compliance.

Kauaʽi’s vital community services face devastating impact from federal funding uncertainty

There is some hope, however, as Hawaiʽi lawmakers are considering measures to support the state’s community-based organizations, including increasing funding for some departments and providing emergency funding in case federal support is cut.

U.S. Coast Guard replaces inoperable navigation light on Lehua Island

Aids to Navigation Team Honolulu covers over 90 aids across the Hawaiian Islands. Aids vary from lighthouses to buoys to fixed lights.

Reminder: Registration for Mayor’s Youth Track Meet closes April 16

The meet is scheduled for April 18 at Island School in Līhu‘e and will feature a variety of events such as sprints, relays, long jump, high jump and shot put.

Kauaʻi Marriott locations to search for marketing and sales candidates today

Marriott’s Kauaʻi Beach Club is hosting a hiring event for sales positions today from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Nurses at Kauaʻi’s Wilcox Medical Center ratify new contract that addresses pay, staffing levels

The new nurses agreement at Wilcox Medical Center includes increased pay and addresses the concerns of nurses about insufficient staffing levels.

First Hawaiian Bank opens its modern, sustainable Līhuʻe branch on Monday

First Hawaiian Bank unveils its comprehensive Līhuʻe Banking Center at Hokulei Village, marking a significant investment in Kauaʻi’s community.

Namahana Public Charter School set to open for 7th and 8th graders this August

Namahana School in Kīlauea has taken a historic step as it welcomed its initial cohort of seventh and eighth graders from 100 founding families, marking the beginning as a pioneering tuition-free public charter school for the North Shore.

No new suspected measles cases reported following confirmed case on O‘ahu

No new suspected measles cases have been reported after the Hawai‘i Department of Health confirmed the illness in a child and presumptive case in an adult from O‘ahu.

Lane closures scheduled for portions of Ho‘one Road in Po‘ipū

A lane closure is scheduled in Po‘ipū starting today till May 12.

Statewide initiative launches to improve stroke care with $6.8M backing it

The effort, called Mission: Lifeline Stroke, is backed by a $5.8 million grant from The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust and $1 million from the American Heart Association.

Sen. Schatz to host statewide telephone town hall

US Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) will host a telephone town hall meeting at noon on Thursday, May 8, 2025.

30-year-old Kapa‘a man dies after struggling in waters off Lydgate Beach

Mathew Tusitala was already unresponsive by the time a Kaua‘i Ocean Safety Bureau lifeguard brought him back to shore. An autopsy is pending to determine his exact cause of death.

Saving the best for last: Minnesota couple complete 50-state canoe journey on Kaua‘i

Wendy Norcross and her husband Frank Wattunen launched their final paddle out today (April 13) into the Hanalei River on their journey to float waters in honor of Norcross’ parents, both of whom died from dementia, while raising awareness for the Alzheimer’s Association.

Kaua‘i Ocean Friendly Restaurant Spotlight: Kīlauea Bakery & Pizzeria

Kīlauea Bakery & Pizzeria’s Sami Livé says being honored with Surfrider Foundation designation is about doing her restaurant’s part for a healthier planet while serving great food and coffee.

New ‘pig butchering’ scam lures people into fake cryptocurrency investment

Kaua‘i Police Department is warning Garden Isle residents, especially kūpuna, about the swindle that promises high returns only for the money put in to be stolen instead.

Kaua‘i County reviewing, updating Multi-hazard Mitigation and Resilience Plan

Federal Emergency Management Agency requires plans to be scrutinized at least every 5 years for communitieis to remain eligible for a range of the agency’s programs.
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