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Kauaʻi police offer chance for residents to connect with officers over coffee
Join the Kauaʻi Police Department for “Coffee with a Cop” at Līhuʻe’s Kukui Grove Center to foster open community dialogue and meaningful connections with local officers over coffee.
Inspection of Wailua–Kapaʻa sewer collection system scheduled
The County of Kauaʻi Department of Public Works describes this as a critical step toward strengthening wastewater infrastructure serving the eastside communities.
Road striping ongoing this week in Kapa‘a
The work is scheduled, weather permitting, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Elegible kūpuna can apply to rental subsidy program while on Hawaiian Homes wait list
The initiative is funded with $10 million from the federal Native American Housing Assistance and Self-Determination Act, secured by Hawaiʻi’s congressional delegation.
Visiting hiker rescued after fall on Kaua‘i trail
Kaua‘i Fire Department Chief Michael Gibson reminds hikers to take proper precautions before heading out on the island’s trails, particularly when conditions are wet.
ALTRES Back-to-School Drive supports teachers and students on Kauaʻi’s North Shore
In a heartwarming show of support for education, ALTRES employees have donated over $20,000 and fulfilled classroom supply wish lists for two schools on Kaua‘i and Moloka‘i.
Kauaʻi Community College student Joshua Galiza earns Servco automotive scholarship
Kauaʻi Community College student Joshua Galiza wins the prestigious 2026 STEP scholarship, securing financial aid and hands-on training towards his dream of becoming an automotive technician.
Volcano Watch: Scientist link Kīlauea lava fountain heights to changes in magma chemistry
Scientists at the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory are tracking changes in Kīlauea’s magma chemistry, which could provide insights into the varying heights of lava fountains and indicate a new period of taller fountains.
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.
