Kaua‘i News
Road Resurfacing Work Continues in Kōloa
Road resurfacing work on Po‘ipū Road, from Kōloa Road to Waikomo Road, in Kōloa continues today, March 23, to Monday, March 28, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., weather permitting.
UH: Class of 2021 College Enrollment Disruptions Continue
Two years of the COVID-19 pandemic have taken their toll on college-bound high school students from the islands.
Update: Portion of Kūhiō Highway Reopens Near Hanalei Bridge Following Flooding
The National Weather Service has canceled a Flash Flood Warning for the island of Kaua‘i.
Flash Flood Warning Extended Through the Afternoon
The National Weather Service extended the flash flood warning on Kaua‘i till 3:45 p.m.
Kūhiō Highway Closed Near Hanalei Bridge
Kūhiō Highway in the vicinity of the Hanalei Bridge and Hanalei School are closed as a flash flood warning for the island remains in effect.
Brown Water Advisory Issued on Kaua‘i
The Department of Health has issued a brown water advisory for Kaua‘i.
Hawai‘i State Judiciary to Lift Pandemic Protocols
The Hawai‘i State Judiciary plans to lift pandemic-related restrictions on March 26.
Update: Flash Flood Warning Issued
The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood warning for the island today.
‘Never Returning to Normal’: Research Shows Nearly Permanent Drought or Wet Conditions Ahead
It could be time to reconsider the very definition of drought, according to new research from half a dozen institutions, including the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, which investigated what the future might have in store for rainfall and soil moisture.
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.
