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Haʻaheo originally slated to arrive at east Kaua‘i port the morning of April 25, but will now arrive by noon.

Geophysical instruments recorded many major, and even subtle, details the night of the 2022 Mauna Loa eruption onset. In this week’s “Volcano Watch,” explore some of these monitoring data observations that offer clues as to what was happening beneath the surface.

The plan outlines 79 strategies to prepare for climate change and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Several open houses are scheduled in May.

The 54-year-old woman visiting from San Diego, Calif., apparently fell while hiking the trail April 23 and injured her ankle. She was taken to Wilcox Medical Center in Līhuʻe after being extracted from the trail — amid unstable weather conditions — for further treatment.

Water customers in Hanalei and ʻAnini Beach were originally asked to take water conservation measures after a mechanical failure at a pump station April 4 affected the county’s water system storage supply in the area.

Free program — hosted at Sheraton Kaua‘i Resort in Kōloa — showcased opportunities for career development and growth in the hospitality industry and beyond.

Theme for this year is “Fair Housing in Hawai‘i.” Topics will include such issues such as state law, fair housing 101, cultural practices, case studies and more.

Wastewater did reach some nearby properties, but none reached state waters. Ponded material was pumped down, and contaminated propertiees were disinfected following the spill that happened between 4 and 5 p.m. April 23.

Forecasters at National Weather Service in Honolulu report flooding is no longer expected to pose a threat.

The meet was hosted by Kaua‘i Police Activities League on April 18 at Island School in Līhuʻe.

Kaua‘i County Agency on Elderly Affairs is honoring 10 older Garden Isle residents as part of the festivities at the free event May 15 during Older Americans Month.

Lava jettisoned to heights of more than 650 feet at times during the 10 hours of Episode 18 high fountaining before the most recent phase of the Big Island volcano’s summit eruption ended the afternoon of April 22.

ʻAlohilani Rogers honored for longtime unwavering dedication to preserving Hawaiian language and customs with her students by being named winner of the 2025 Hawaiʻi State Teachers Association STACY Award for Teaching Excellence.

Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Check to see if any of the planned closures will impact your commute during the next week.

Friday’s rescue shortly after 2:30 p.m. was the sixth time since March 23 Kaua‘i first responders were called to render assistance after one or more hikers, many of them visitors, found themselves in trouble while on the popular North Shore trail during bad weather conditions.

The immersive 5-day summer program hosted by Kaua‘i Police Department provides students in grades 9-12 with a hands-on introduction to the world of public safety, blending interactive classroom sessions with practical activities to give participants a comprehensive understanding of police operations.

Because of coordinated efforts between first responders and support from community partners, the child was located safely nearby with no reported injuries.

Radar indicated at 3:08 p.m. that rain was falling at rates of 1 to 3 inches per hour, particularly across an area south of Mount Waiʻaleʻale, causing flooding on roads and in poor drainage areas and streams.

Motorists should make appropriate arrangements to accommodate the necessary road closures and allow extra time to get to their destinations. Area residents will be allowed partial access through the closure.

The beach at Pohoiki, near the easternmost point on the the Big Island in the Puna District, grew rapidly in the year following the 2018 lower East Rift Zone eruption of Kīlauea and has continued to evolve since.