Kauai News
Issued: Brown water advisory at Kōloa Landing, Wailuā Bay and Lydgate Park
Rain has resulted in stormwater runoff entering into coastal waters. The public is advised to stay out of flood waters and storm water runoff.
Haʻena residents challenge AT&T cell tower plans
Kaua’i County Council members held a briefing on AT&T’s plan to place a 5G cell tower on a house lot in Ha’ena during a committee meeting on Wednesday, as community residents filled the chambers to speak out against the proposed construction.
Kapa‘a transfer station only accepting bagged trash Friday
The change is because of scheduled equipment repairs, which could be finished as early as Saturday. All other services at the facility are still available.
Kaua‘i police alert public about new phone scam involving threat of arrest for missing jury duty
To make the scam appear credible, callers could use real information about the victim, real court addresses and names of court or law enforcement officials.
Buildings to light up green for Mental Health Month
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Health and its partners are joining together to encourage Hawaiʻi residents to foster acceptance of mental health care and end the prejudice and discrimination that create barriers to seeking treatment.
Coffee labeling standards bill gets final approval from Hawaiʻi Legislature
House Bill 2298, introduced by Big Island state Rep. Nicole Lowen, mandates that as of July 1, 2027, any coffee labeled or advertised with a Hawaiʻi geographic origin must consist of at least 51% coffee, by weight, from that region.
Over 400 pounds of unneeded medication collected during National Drug Take Back Day
For more than a decade, the DEA’s National Drug Take Back Day has removed almost 18 million pounds of unneeded medications from communities across the country.
Wastewater spill reported following failure of Coco Palms sewer pump station
The contaminated spill area was confined within a fenced-off construction yard, adjacent and south of the pump station.
Intermittent roadwork scheduled for various roads in ‘Ele‘ele throughAug. 14
Affected roads include: Mehana Road, Ulaula Road, ‘Ele‘ele Road, Keokeo Road, Melemele Road, Akala Road, and Uliuli Road.
Department of Health issues a recall alert for Gibson Farms bulk organic California shelled walnuts due to potential e. coli contamination
The recalled product may have been distributed at Hoku Foods Natural Market, at both the Kapaʻa and Koloa store locations.
BLNR awards disputed Coco Palms state land to developer over nonprofit group
“There were options that could have benefitted and protected community interests. But they really decided to completely side with the developer.”
Hawai‘i Tourism Authority launches new campaigns to stimulate meaningful travel demand
We need to ensure that the Hawaiian Islands stay top-of-mind among travelers amidst the competitive global market, especially as we head into the summer and fall.”
Pinwheels set out on Kaua‘i police lawn in recognition of Child Abuse Awareness Month
On April 23, participants were invited to place blue pinwheels on the police department’s lawn as a visible reminder that every child deserves love, happiness and a future free of abuse or neglect.
Statewide siren test for May takes place Wednesday morning
The all-hazard Outdoor Siren Warning System for Public Safety is one part of the Hawai‘i Statewide Alert and Warning System used to notify the public during emergencies.
Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture receives landmark support from State Legislature
H.B. 2619, which appropriates almost $20 million, awaits a final vote by the Senate and House of Representatives.
Kaua‘i schoolchildren visit PMRF to do ‘good for the land’ while celebrating Earth Day
The Pacific Missile Range Facility and its partners held a competitive beach cleanup and more on April 26.
Youth development org Tee First holding golf programs for Kaua‘i kids, teens this summer
First Tee – Hawai‘i is a youth development organization that helps kids and teens build their strength of character through golf.
Hawai‘i rates highly on safety and security according to Visitor Satisfaction and Activity Survey
More than 90% of visitors from all markets rated Hawai‘i as “excellent” or “above average” when it comes to being a safe and secure destination.
Community colleges offering free summer training – careers include esports, tech, more
The training classes offer the chance to upskill and attain industry certifications, opening doors to employment, paid internships and apprenticeships.
Southwest Airlines hosts first mock travel day for families with Autism Moms of Kona
This mock travel day was meant as a fun activity to help children with autism get more comfortable with the process of going through the airport — starting from the ticket counter, to going through security, and agriculture to boarding a plane and ending at baggage claim.