Kaua‘i News
Ige Announces $328M Settlement in Hawaiian Home Lands Case
The state is looking to settle a 23-year-old Hawaiian Home Lands class action lawsuit.
UH Study: Supercell Thunderstorms Caused Kauaʻi’s Record Rainfall in 2018
A recently published University of Hawaiʻi study reveals the culprits behind the record-setting April 2018 rainstorm that wreaked havoc on Kauaʻi — supercell thunderstorms.
Menehune Road to Close in May to Allow for Work on Waimea Swinging Bridge
Menehune Road near the Waimea Swinging Bridge will be closed in May to allow the installation of a permanent tower to the bridge as well as other essential permanent components.
Chief Justice Seeks Public Comment on Nominees For District Court Vacancies
There is one vacancy in the District Court of the 5th Circuit on Kaua’i, and Hawai’i Supreme Court Chief Justice Mark E. Recktenwald is seeking public comment on nominees to fill the position.
DMV to Be Temporarily Closed
The county Department of Motor Vehicles will be temporarily closed from noon-1:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 26.
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.
