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Visitor rescued after suffering apparent leg injury on Kaua‘i trail
Firefighters treated the hiker at the scene and used a wheeled litter to carry the patient safely down to the trailhead.
Crime Stoppers Kauaʻi doubles reward for public tips that lead to arrests
“If you know something, please tell us,” Crime Stoppers Kauaʻi Board President Ron Wiley said. “No one will know the tip came from you.”
Sun Noodle Sura Tanmen issues recall in Hawai‘i for undeclared fish
To date, there have been no reports of illness or adverse events attributed to the recalled product.
Kaua‘i officials ID surfer who died earlier this week
The surfer was found unresponsive on Aug. 2 about 25 yards offshore of Hanamā‘ulu Beach Park.
Brown water advisories issued for Kōloa Landing and Waimea Recreational Pier
The Hawai‘i Department of Health advises beachgoers to stay out of waters that appear brown or murky.
Chan Zuckerberg Fund invests more than $330,000 for Kauaʻiʻs education
Kauaʻi’s schools have received over $330,000 in unrestricted funds from the Chan Zuckerberg Kauaʻi Community Fund.
Free car seat safety checks scheduled across Kauaʻi this month
The first safety check will be held from 9 a.m. to noon on Aug. 4 in the back parking lot of Wilcox Medical Center in Līhuʻe.
Kawaihau Community Little League Majors All-Stars win state title; now head to West Regional tournament
The team from the east side of Kauaʻi will face Arizona on Aug. 9 in their first game of the regional tournament, in which the winner advances to the Little League World Series in Williamsport, Penn.
Several people suffer serious injuries following 3-car crash in Līhu‘e
All individuals injured in the crash were treated and released.
Authorities find no evidence of foul play after body pulled from Kaua‘i waters
An autopsy is pending to determine the official cause of death and any contributing factors.
Statewide monthly emergency siren test scheduled
The siren test will be coordinated with a test of the Live Audio Broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System.
Nonprofits can apply for bus passes to help Kaua‘i residents
The Kauaʻi Bus Pass Outreach Program aims to assist with bus passes to low-income households and individuals with transportation needs through eligible nonprofit organizations.
VIDEO: Blacktip shark nursery discovered in Hilo Bay on Hawai‘i Island
Researchers from UH HIlo and a Texas university recently published a study in Frontiers in Marine Science that found juvenile blacktip sharks live in Hilo Bay year-round.
Kaua‘i project receives funding for wildfire mitigation
The funding is through the Hawaiʻi Urban Interface Wildfire Grant Program to reduce hazardous fuels, improve evacuation planning, strengthen preparedness and increase wildfire resilience.
State to host meetings in August about ongoing work to improve Līhu‘e Airport
The meetings will provide an opportunity for community members to share additional feedback on the Līhu‘e Airport Optimization Plan.
Wilcox Medical Center earns national honor for energy conservation and sustainability
The Kauaʻi hospital’s sustainability efforts include a solar farm, upgrades to energy-efficient LED lighting and recycling 400,000 pounds of materials the past year.
Kauaʻi police join countywide emergency alert system to expand public safety notifications
The Kauaʻi Police Department now will be using the Everbridge Emergency Mass Notification System to alert residents and visitors about threats to public safety by text messages, automated phone calls and email.
Kalalau Trail closed due to high stream levels as Tropical Storm Fausto passes island
While the forecast continues to keep the storm’s center away from Kauaʻi, subtle shifts in the storm’s track remain possible and could affect local weather conditions.
3 Kaua‘i high school grads among 10 recipients statewide to be awarded Fukunaga Scholarship
Each recipient will receive up to $20,000 over four years to pursue a degree in business administration or a related field.
Deadline approaching for payment of first installment of real property taxes for Kaua‘i residents
Failure to pay real property taxes in full by the deadline will result in a 10% penalty.
