Kauai News
Brown Water Advisory: Island of Kaua‘i
Heavy rain has resulted in stormwater runoff entering into coastal waters.
Kaua‘i Urgent offers online self-scheduling
Through the new system, patients can secure a time slot up to 24 hours in advance at the clinic, located at 4484 Paheʻe St. in Līhuʻe.
Public comment sought on how to improve accessibility at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
Public input on the draft will be accepted through January.
Update: Kaua‘i police find missing Kapa‘a woman
The 37-year-old was reported missing by her relative on Sunday at 5:52 p.m.
Kaua‘i firefighters respond to multiple incidents Monday
No injuries were reported in any of the incidents.
High surf advisory issued for north- and west-facing shores of Ni‘ihau and Kaua‘i
According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, a large northwest swell is building from the northwest to the southeast down the island chain and will peak tonight and Wednesday.
Maui wildfires recovery, projected global slowdown prompt low 2024 economic growth rate forecast
The State of Hawaiʻi revised its 2023 growth projections upward to 1.9%, but lowered its 2024 projections to 1.3% due to the projected global slowdown and recovery from the Maui wildfires.
Kaua‘i fishpond access preserved for community
Purchase and transfer of Halulu Fishpond Access to Waipā Foundation marks Trust for Public Land’s 50th project during its 50th year serving Hawai‘i.
Traffic emergency zone hearing: Kūhiō Highway at Waikoko
A traffic emergency zone declaration allows HDOT to expedite procurement and permitting to take action to construct improvements to protect access to the state highway.
Update: Repair work rescheduled for Waimea River Ford Crossing
Staffing issues have pushed back the work, which is necessary to allow the Public Works Roads Division to repair and restabilize the west side approach that leads down to the Waimea River Ford Crossing, at the end of Menehune Road.
Reminder: Kaua‘i businesses that help you toward zero waste
We fill the landfill with 25% recyclables, 25% organics like food and green waste, and 25% construction and demolition material.
Overnight water service shutdown scheduled on Ala Namahana Parkway on Dec. 14-15
The service area includes Ahuimanu Center tenants, Kīlauea Fish Market and the Kīlauea Post Office.
Physics behind unusual behavior of stars’ super flares discovered
While solar flares can be powerful, they are insignificant compared to the thousands of “super flares” observed by NASA’s Kepler and TESS missions.
Kaua‘i Community College students prepare food donations for Maui
Under the tutelage of Culinary Instructors Chef Steve Nakata and Chef Mark Oyama, with
assistance from O‘ahu-based non-profit organization Chef Hui, the students are learning how to prepare, chill, and cook or reheat bulk foods.
Kauaʻi sees near to above average rainfall in November
Leeward and southern portions of the island continue to see abnormally dry and moderate drought conditions; however, most of the island is not experiencing drought.
Hawai‘i travelers optimistic about airline merger of Alaska and Hawaiian
In the merger announcement, CEOs from Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines said they were committed to a combined airline that maintains both brands.
Update: High surf advisory canceled for north- and west-facing shores of Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau
Surf has fallen below advisory levels.
Link between STI and advanced prostate cancer debunked
Prostate cancer, a common concern both in the United States and globally, holds the title of the most frequently diagnosed cancer in men in Hawaiʻi.
Dec. 26 update: Updated hours announced for firecracker permit payments
The Kaua‘i Fire Department reminds the public that it is illegal to set off fireworks and firecrackers on public property, including streets, sidewalks, or parks. Removing the powder or pyrotechnic contents from any firework is prohibited.
