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Flags to be lowered in honor of life and service of former state, US lawmaker Patricia Saiki
Saiki in 1986 became the first Republican and second woman elected to represent Hawaiʻi in U.S. Congress; flags shall be flown at half-staff through sunrise Oct. 5.
Some state lands reopen to public on Kaua‘i following Hurricane Lowell providing limited access
The public is urged to use caution when accessing forested areas, as many unmitigated hazards exist.
Weight restriction lifted on Wainiha Bridge No. 3 with erosion repairs completed
The bridge had been weight-limited to 5 tons or below to address erosion damage from Hurricane Lowell.
All state parks on Kauaʻi will remain closed for foreseeable future due to Hurricane Lowell damage
The public is urged to avoid Kōke‘e State Park and Kōke‘e Road, where many catastrophic, unmitigated hazards exist throughout the landscape.
Kaua‘i County reminds real property tax owners about deadline for some upcoming relief programs
The deadline is Sept. 30 for programs such as home and income exemptions, among others; those who previously submitted an application and have not received confirmation if was approved could have to resubmit their application.
UPDATE: Southboud portion of Kūhiō Highway reopen after closure for emergency water repairs
The highway was closed earlier Sunday between Hardy Street and Poinciana Street in Līhuʻe because of necessary water system repairs and following road work.
Go and Know: Department of Health offers free breast, cervical cancer screenings for eligible women
Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among women in Hawaiʻi; an average of 1,287 women are diagnosed with breast cancer and 172 die from the disease each year in the islands.
Princeville Utilities Co. issues precautionary water conservation notice for all customers
Customers are asked to limit water use to essential uses only such as drinking, cooking, laundry and sanitation purposes until Hurricane Lowell has safely passed and conditions have returned to normal.
Hurricane Hunters reveal what they found inside Lala as it strengthens into a Category 1 hurricane
As Hurricane Lala intensifies into a Category 1 storm, the U.S. Air Force Hurricane Hunters have flown back to California after performing essential data collection flights to improve understanding of Lala.
Water conservation notice issued for Princeville, Kalihiwai Bay Estates and ʻAnini Road
Due to expected severe weather this weekend, Princeville Utilities Co. and the Department of Water are urging residents to use water for essential purposes only to prevent outages.
High surf advisory in effect for south-facing shores of Kauaʻi, Niʻihau
The high surf advisory is in place from 6 p.m. tonight to 6 a.m. Friday morning and is not related to the incoming tropical storm.
Young Brothers brace for tropical storm impact on operations
The National Weather Service anticipates issuing a tropical storm watch on Thursday as a developing storm system gathers strength.
Public invited to review proposals for County of Kauaʻi grant program
The Innovation Grants Program are awarded to projects that identify a local challenge or need and present a proven innovative solution.
Public is encouraged to prepare for potential severe weather
Kauaʻi County shares how to best prepare for potential inclement weather, which includes heavy rain, strong winds and hazardous conditions.
Georgia man arrested after posts threatened husband of former director of National Intelligence
According to court records, Nolan Ezra Goldklang posted threatening statements directed at Tulsi Gabbard’s husband on the social media platform, “X.”
Junior golfers compete in a tournament, resulting in 2 Kauaʻi winners
The Poʻipū Bay Junior Classic winners include Kalā Abraham, Kai Taylor, Shane Murphy, Mie Funakoshi, Makayla Yonemura, and Makena Yonemura.
University of Hawaiʻi to replace the fundraising and membership program for student athletes
The University of Hawaiʻi is launching Bows Athletics Club to ehance support for nearly 500 student-athletes.
Green appoints Danielle Bass to represent Senate District 18
Danielle Bass was appointed following the retirement of state Sen. Michelle Kidani and will represent the district until a successor elected in the Nov. 3 general election takes office.
News in brief for Aug. 7: Flight operations, fishing tournament, scholarships and more
A quick look at news happening throughout the state and beyond.
Kauaʻi Community College program teaches inmates carpentry, builds hope
The students from the Kauaʻi Community Correctional Center learned practical skills while building a classroom that will provide work opportunities when they are released.
