Kauai News

The soloists were scored by seven judges who looked at their kahiko (ancient) and ‘auana (modern) performances and critiqued them in various areas.

The 54-year-old woman visiting from San Diego, Calif., apparently fell while hiking the trail April 23 and injured her ankle. She was taken to Wilcox Medical Center in Līhuʻe after being extracted from the trail — amid unstable weather conditions — for further treatment.

Water customers in Hanalei and ʻAnini Beach were originally asked to take water conservation measures after a mechanical failure at a pump station April 4 affected the county’s water system storage supply in the area.

Free program — hosted at Sheraton Kaua‘i Resort in Kōloa — showcased opportunities for career development and growth in the hospitality industry and beyond.

Theme for this year is “Fair Housing in Hawai‘i.” Topics will include such issues such as state law, fair housing 101, cultural practices, case studies and more.

Wastewater did reach some nearby properties, but none reached state waters. Ponded material was pumped down, and contaminated propertiees were disinfected following the spill that happened between 4 and 5 p.m. April 23.

Forecasters at National Weather Service in Honolulu report flooding is no longer expected to pose a threat.

A new study from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa highlights how spearfishing—a practice deeply rooted in Hawaiian tradition—promotes not only food security but also physical activity, cultural identity and community well-being.

This year’s Denim Day will be observed on April 30 and will include a proclamation from Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami, which will be read at 11:30 a.m. at the County of Kaua‘i Rotunda, located at 4444 Rice St. in Līhu‘e.

A job fair is planned at the Līhu‘e Post Office, located at 4441 Rice St., from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 25. U.S. Postal Service personnel will be on-site to provide information about the available positions, answer questions and help potential candidates through the application process.

The meet was hosted by Kaua‘i Police Activities League on April 18 at Island School in Līhuʻe.

Lava jettisoned to heights of more than 650 feet at times during the 10 hours of Episode 18 high fountaining before the most recent phase of the Big Island volcano’s summit eruption ended the afternoon of April 22.

Mālama Kauaʻi is inviting community feedback for the development of the Olohena ʻĀina Center in-person on Friday and over Zoom on Monday.

Flooding could impact flood prone roads, low lying areas and urban areas due to elevated runoff and overflowing streams from Tuesday at noon to Wednesday afternoon.

Job seekers in Hawaiʻi can explore various opportunities a hiring fair tomorrow afternoon, with special early access for veterans and military families.

ʻAlohilani Rogers honored for longtime unwavering dedication to preserving Hawaiian language and customs with her students by being named winner of the 2025 Hawaiʻi State Teachers Association STACY Award for Teaching Excellence.

Sampling process helps identify and address any harmful substances present in the property’s soil early on, ensure what type of cleanup methods are necessary and the correct measures are used as well as plan for a safe future for Kekaha.

The wāhine of Hālau Ka Lei Mokihana o Leināʻala won second overall last year at the prestigious festival, but the school’s kāne have not competed in Hilo since 2021.

Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Check to see if any of the planned closures will impact your commute during the next week.

Friday’s rescue shortly after 2:30 p.m. was the sixth time since March 23 Kaua‘i first responders were called to render assistance after one or more hikers, many of them visitors, found themselves in trouble while on the popular North Shore trail during bad weather conditions.