Kauai News
Hiker found safe after reported missing on Kaua‘i trail
The woman, a resident of Oregon, was found safe and uninjured.
Welcome to Sauna Island: Gilma, Hector no longer threats, but muggy times ahead for most of Labor Day Weekend
Tropical moisture from the two former tropical cyclones is causing dew points to spike into the mid to upper 70s, making it steamy, sticky and stifling around the island.
Monthly testing of statewide outdoor warning system scheduled for Sept. 3
The siren test will be coordinated with a test of the Live Audio Broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System.
‘The canoe will never leave you:’ Hōkūleʻa sets sail after two-week stay on Kaua‘i
The circumnavigation of the Pacific aims to begin a movement of “planetary navigators” who will work to ensure a better future for Earth.
Kaua‘i Fire responds to apartment fire in Wailua
There were no occupants in the unit at the time of the fire at the time of the incident, however, crews did evacuate the building as a precaution.
Road closure scheduled in Kōloa for tree-trimming work
A portion of Maluhia Road, from mile marker 2 to mile marker 3, will be closed on Sept. 3.
University of Hawai‘i researchers use drones to find dolphin population health
Researchers assessed the age of critically endangered, free-ranging dolphins in Greece.
Hawai‘i-issued Real IDs can be added to Apple Wallet
Residents must continue to carry their physical cards.
Lane and road closure notices on Pu’uwai Road extended
The closures are to allow the Department of Water and its contractor, Hawaiian Dredging Construction Company, Inc. to excavate and conduct waterline work.
Gov. Green delivers speech focusing on housing, tourism, healthcare at annual Kauaʻi luncheon
“If you don’t deal seriously with climate change … If we don’t have some kind of ability to deal with the impact of climate, we’re gonna see this again,” Green said of the 2023 wildfires on Maui.
Online survey for East Kaua‘i Community and Circulation plan extended
All East Side community members are encouraged to get involved and share their feedback to help shape the future of East Kaua‘i.
Visitor on Kaua‘i dies after found unresponsive at beach
Based on the preliminary findings from an autopsy and witness statements, foul play is not suspected.
Kaua‘i County announces Labor Day closures
Because the Waimea and Kapa‘a swimming pools are closed on Mondays, staff will observe the holiday on Sept. 3.
UH researchers granted $4.2M to take on Hawaiʻi’s clean energy needs
The Materials Research and Education Consortium will focus on challenges including reliance on costly imported fuels, resource and waste management, mitigation of the effects of soil erosion and ocean contamination.
Events planned on Kaua’i, statewide for Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month
Suicide is the second-leading cause of death for Hawai‘i residents. On average, almost 4 people die from suicide every week. A total of 1,050 island residents died because of suicide from 2019 to 2023.
Kaua‘i Agency on Elderly Affairs workshop series aims to help seniors with chronic conditions
The highly interactive workshop will focus on a chronic disease self-management program.
Water service shutdown on Līhu‘e street rescheduled for early September
The Eha Street water service shutdown was initially scheduled for Aug. 28 to conduct new fire line and service lateral work.
Rural Hawaiʻi faces major health challenges, University of Hawai‘i report finds
This is the first rural health report targeted specifically for Hawaiʻi that measures data at the individual level.
Barks & Buys Market headed to Kaua‘i Humane Society Sept. 7 for clear the shelters event
Every market vendor will donate a portion of their proceeds to the Kaua‘i Humane Society.
Update: County, Coast Guard search for missing Līhu‘e man Gary Gushiken continues
The Kaua‘i Police Department has identified the missing person as 50-year-old Gary Gushiken.
