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Now that construction of a new motorized entry gate at the main entrance of the administrative building’s parking lot is finished, customers can access the drop box starting at 6 a.m. daily Monday through Friday beginning later this week.

“Better Choices, Better Health” series is designed to support seniors in overcoming challenges while they create and carry out their self-management strategies.

Susan Rhee joins the Garden Isle organization from O‘ahu, bringing nearly 2 decades of experience in the animal welfare movement, most recently working in public policy, advancing animal cruelty legislation in Hawai‘i.

Peak monthly tides will combine with higher-than-predicted water levels to produce conditions ripe for inundation of shorelines and low-lying coastal areas during early morning hours through afternoon of Oct. 10.

Riders now have a contactless option to pay for trips by tapping a credit or debit card or mobile wallet such as Apple Pay or Google Pay on any Kauaʻi Bus.

The interuption in service is because of staffing issues.

Neighbors, friends and families from Hanalei, Wainiha and Hā’ena came together for a night of good food, meaningful connection and community spirit.

INTO LIGHT Project on display from Feb. 1 through April 30, 2026, at Kauaʻi Performing Arts Center offers chance for healing and awareness as well as opportunity for Garden Isle residents to have the stories of their loved ones become part of the exhibit’s national tapestry.

Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Will any of these planned closures impact your commute or fun? Take a look and plan ahead now.

The offices will be closed Oct. 8, with normal business hours resuming Oct. 9.

Kaua‘i Island Utility Cooperative would have received $18.2 million in federal assistance to apply toward the combined $35.8 million total cost of the two projects.

New analysis finds Hawai‘i’s nonprofit sector is facing budget cuts and program changes that could disrupt essential services statewide.

The first fire is estimated to have been 200-by-15-yards in size; the second blaze was smaller, and was located about 1 mile to the east. No injuries or damaged structures were reported.

“While we closely monitor the federal government shutdown, I will not let it harm our families who rely on this important source of nutrition,” said Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green in an announcement the afternoon of Oct. 3. “I will ensure that funding remains available for this critical program.”

First responders arrived shortly after 4:35 p.m. Oct. 2 near the 1.5-mile landing zone and discovered the 31-year-old hiker, who was suffering from heat stroke.

The Kaua‘i store raised $38,856 during the 2025 summer fundraising campaign, placing it at No. 19 out of more than 4,600 Walmart locations nationwide; all of those funds will stay in Hawai‘i, too, in support of Kapi‘olani Medical Center for Women & Children.

Main Līhu‘e office and Kapa‘a satellite office will be shuttered Oct. 8 for staff training; regular hours will resume Oct. 9.

Affected customers are asked to leave their bins out as pickup for the remaining area is anticipated to be completed tomorrow, Oct. 3.

Kaua‘i Fire Department and partner Kaua‘i Philippine Cultural Center invite community members to come out Oct. 4 for informational booths, demonstrations, fire trucks, pictures with Sparky, games and much more.

“By standing together, we can show support, strengthen connections and remind one another that no one faces breast cancer alone,” said Kaua‘i County Office of Boards and Commissions in an announcement about this year’s observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.