Kauai News

A goal is to ensure that Hawaiʻi’s farmers, ranchers and the agricultural community have an opportunity to discuss on-the-ground effects of the federal changes.

Hawai‘i airports have not experienced significant impact due primarily to the commitment of federal employees who have been reporting to work, according to Gov. Josh Green’s office.

Lane closures are scheduled along Olohena Road near Kapaʻa Middle School on Oct. 16-17 to facilitate essential guardrail repairs by the Kauaʻi Department of Public Works and GP Roadway Solutions.

Byron Waller’s is on a mission called “From Patient to Pilot” that aims to inspire young people to chase their dreams no matter the challenges they face.

A study by oceanographers at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa provided the first in-depth look at a poorly understood area of the ocean, revealing a dynamic community that is sensitive to seasonal changes.

All projects are weather permitting.

Løvseth captured the title in her first-ever attempt, defeating Kat Matthews of Great Britain by just 35 seconds in the third-closest world championship finish in the sport’s history – men or women.

Speed appears to be a contributing factor in the crash, and toxicology results are pending to determine if impairment played a role.

Reigning Ironman World Champion Laura Philipp of Germany will lead the professional field that includes two other Ironman World Champions: Great Britain’s Lucy Charles-Barclay and American Chelsea Sodaro.

Nonprofit mountain biking association wants to create, enhance and preserve a world-class network of mountain biking trails throughout Kaua’i County while raising awareness and enthusiasm for a healthy outdoor activity and fostering the next generation of mountain bicyclists.

“What we witnessed here is the strength, resilience and unity of our lāhui — a clear sign that our future is in good hands,” said Office of Hawaiian Affairs Board of Trustees Chairman Kaialiʻi “Kai” Kahele.

Several road closures are scheduled to allow for the installation to occur, which will take place on weekdays only from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., according to a Kaua‘i County press release.

The closure is because of anticipated hazardous ocean conditions that could result in injury or worse to members of the public and first responders.

The car, home and renters insurance firm, while no longer issuing new or renewal policies, will, however, continue to administer all active policies for its thousands of customers throughout the state, manage claims and meet its contractual and statutory obligations throughout the next several years.

Crafters with the Līhu‘e, Waimea and Kekaha Neighborhood Center Senior Clubs and Līhu‘e Senior Bonsai Club will participate in the Oct. 11 event featuring a wide variety of crafts and plants up for sale.

Because beaches are so vital for recreation, tourism and the health of the state’s ecosystem, increasingly being threatened by fecal contaminants — which can enter beach environments through human wastewater, stormwater runoff and animal waste — poses a risk to public health and marine ecosystems.

Road closures and single-lane contraflows, beginning Oct. 13, will be necessary for about 2 weeks on several roadways to accommodate the work.

If you have ever wanted to explore the legislative process and gain valuable experience as a session staff member at the state Capitol in Honolulu, here’s your chance. Apply today.

The Hawai‘i Department of Law Enforcement Illegal Fireworks Task Force since it was established in 2023 has seized nearly 230,000 pounds of illegal fireworks, conducted more than 1,200 enforcement operations and coordinated multi-agency interdictions that disrupted major shipments of illegal fireworks statewide.

Three Vietnam War veterans from Kauaʻi received a heartfelt homecoming after a transformative journey to Washington, D.C. with the Hawaiian Islands Honor Flight.