Kauai Now

03/03/2024

The County of Kaua'i announced that a 69-year-old man from Colorado died on Friday, Mar. 2, after hitting his head on a rock while boogie boarding at Allerton Beach in Koloa. An autopsy is pending.

The County of Kaua’i announced that a 69-year-old man from Colorado died on Friday, Mar. 2, after hitting his head on a rock while boogie boarding at Allerton Beach in Koloa.

02/03/2024

In collaboration with the Zonta Club of Kaua‘i, the committee invites everyone to share their favorite women-owned businesses by posting on social media pages and tagging the Zonta Club of Kaua‘i.

In collaboration with the Zonta Club of Kaua‘i, the committee invites everyone to share their favorite women-owned businesses by posting on social media pages and tagging the Zonta Club of Kaua‘i.

02/03/2024

Your Kauai County Weather Forecast for March 02, 2024

WEST KAUA'I: Mostly sunny. Scattered showers in the morning, then isolated showers in the afternoon. Highs around 79 near the shore to around 67 above 3000 feet. East winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 50 percent.

SOUTH KAUA'I: Partly sunny in the morning then becoming mostly sunny. Breezy. Scattered showers. Highs around 78. Northeast winds 15 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 50 percent.

KAUA'I MOUNTAINS: Breezy. Partly sunny with scattered showers. Highs 66 to 74 in the valleys to around 61 above 4000 feet. East winds 15 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 50 percent.

NORTH KAUA'I: Partly sunny with scattered showers. Highs 71 to 78. East winds around 15 mph. Chance of rain 50 percent.

EAST KAUA'I: Partly sunny with scattered showers. Highs 71 to 78. East winds around 15 mph. Chance of rain 50 percent.

Full Forecast >> https://kauainownews.com/weather/



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02/03/2024

Your Kauai County Surf Report for March 02, 2024

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02/03/2024

All projects are weather permitting.

Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice.

02/03/2024

The collections comprise a glossary of words and definitions, and ʻōlelo noʻeau (sayings) and nane (riddles) related to ancestors, elders and aging.

These resources were compiled as part of a bigger effort to explore the large repository of digitized Hawaiian language newspapers for Kanaka Maoli (Native Hawaiian) perspectives on elderhood.

02/03/2024

A third reading in the full Senate for SB 3335 is likely to be scheduled in the coming days, as the bill has a March 7 deadline to cross over to the House for further consideration.

02/03/2024

The recommendations suggest returning to normal activities when, for at least 24 hours, symptoms are improving overall, and if a fever was present, it has been gone without use of a fever-reducing medication.

DOH continuously reviews data on respiratory pathogens, including the virus that causes COVID-19.

01/03/2024

The mini horse is a certified animal for the pet therapy program at Queen's North Hawai‘i Community Hospital in Kamuela.

As of late afternoon Thursday, the Waimea certified pet therapy animal, the first from Hawai‘i to be nominated, had raised $10,013 so far and was No. 1 on the leaderboard. The fundraising competition through Pet Partners ends March 18 and Darby is looking for everyone’s support.

01/03/2024

Kaua‘i County Council Chair Mel Rapozo introduced a resolution on Wednesday urging the state legislature to oppose Senate Bill 3335, a measure that would make recreational cannabis legal in the state effective Jan. 1, 2026. After a lengthy debate, the county council voted in a 3-3 tie, deferring the resolution for reconsideration on March 13.

Kaua‘i County Council Chair Mel Rapozo introduced a resolution on Wednesday urging the state legislature to oppose Senate Bill 3335, a measure that would make recreational cannabis legal in the state effective Jan. 1, 2026. After a lengthy debate, the county council voted in a 3-3 tie, deferring t...

01/03/2024

Your Kauai County Weather Forecast for March 01, 2024

WEST KAUA'I: Mostly sunny with isolated showers. Highs around 78 near the shore to around 66 above 3000 feet. East winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 20 percent.

SOUTH KAUA'I: Partly sunny. Breezy. Numerous showers in the morning, then scattered showers in the afternoon. Highs around 77. East winds 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 70 percent.

KAUA'I MOUNTAINS: Mostly cloudy. Breezy. Frequent showers in the morning, then scattered showers in the afternoon. Highs 65 to 73 in the valleys to around 60 above 4000 feet. East winds 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 90 percent.

NORTH KAUA'I: Partly sunny in the morning then becoming mostly sunny. Scattered showers. Highs 70 to 77. East winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 50 percent.

EAST KAUA'I: Mostly cloudy with numerous showers in the morning, then mostly sunny with scattered showers in the afternoon. Highs 70 to 77. East winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 70 percent.

Full Forecast >> https://kauainownews.com/weather/



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01/03/2024

Your Kauai County Surf Report for March 01, 2024

Full Report >> https://kauainownews.com/surf/

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01/03/2024

“We are stoked to be a part of this event back on Kaua‘i this summer," said Nick Herbig, an outside linebacker for the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Nick and Nate Herbig of the Pittsburgh Steelers will return to their home of Kaua‘i to continue giving back to their community.

01/03/2024

“Itʻs great when residents come together to support the community,” said Stefan Swanepoel, president of North Shore Give.

The initiative included an online auction that was live for two weeks and culminated with a live auction and gala at the 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay in Princeville.

01/03/2024

An autopsy is pending to determine the exact cause of death, but foul play is not suspected.

At approximately 3 p.m. on Feb. 28, first responders were dispatched to Lumaha‘i Beach for a swimmer in distress. According to a preliminary report, the victim had been swimming when she was suddenly swept out into deeper water.

01/03/2024

Medics transported the hikers to Wilcox Medical Center for treatment.

Personnel with the Hanalei fire station, Rescue 3 aboard Air 1, and the on-duty battalion chief responded to the incident.

29/02/2024

When compared to pre-pandemic 2019 levels, January 2024 total visitor arrivals represent a 93.4% recovery from January 2019.

Since the August 2023 Maui wildfires, total visitor arrivals were down in five out of the last six months while total visitor spending recorded six consecutive months of decreases from 2023.

29/02/2024

The construction crews working on the project will go through cultural training that covers Maunakea's history and cultural significance.

Hōkū Keʻa is the second telescope on Maunakea in the final phase of the extensive decommissioning process required under the Mauna Kea Comprehensive Management Plan.

29/02/2024

Your Kauai County Weather Forecast for February 29, 2024

WEST KAUA'I: Breezy. Partly sunny with isolated showers. Highs around 79 near the shore to around 67 above 3000 feet. East winds up to 20 mph. Chance of rain 20 percent.

SOUTH KAUA'I: Breezy. Partly sunny with showers likely. Highs around 78. Northeast winds 15 to 25 mph. Chance of rain 70 percent.

KAUA'I MOUNTAINS: Mostly cloudy. Breezy. Occasional showers in the morning, then showers likely in the afternoon. Highs 66 to 74 in the valleys to around 61 above 4000 feet. East winds 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 90 percent.

NORTH KAUA'I: Breezy. Mostly cloudy with showers likely. Highs 71 to 78. East winds up to 20 mph. Chance of rain 70 percent.

EAST KAUA'I: Mostly cloudy. Breezy. Occasional showers in the morning, then showers likely in the afternoon. Highs 71 to 78. Northeast winds 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 90 percent.

Full Forecast >> https://kauainownews.com/weather/



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29/02/2024

Your Kauai County Surf Report for February 29, 2024

Full Report >> https://kauainownews.com/surf/

Mahalo Honolua Surf Company for supporting Maui Now Surf

Photo Credit: Sebastian Gabriel

29/02/2024

During the test, all outdoor warning sirens statewide will sound a 1-minute steady tone, with a test of the Live Audio Broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System conducted at roughly the same time in cooperation with the Hawai‘i broadcast industry.

During the test, all outdoor warning sirens statewide will sound a 1-minute steady tone, with a test of the Live Audio Broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System conducted at roughly the same time in cooperation with the Hawai‘i broadcast industry.

29/02/2024

During the outreach, Red Cross and KFD officials will also discuss fire safety, such as having two means of egress and meeting points, as well as preparing for the upcoming wildland fire season by limiting combustibles around your home.

The Kaua‘i Fire Department Fire Prevention Bureau is partnering with the Kaua‘i Red Cross to visit Garden Isle homes and install free smoke alarms in Kaumakani.

28/02/2024

At a town hall meeting in Lihu'e on Monday, State Coordinator on Homelessness John Mizuno vowed that Hawaii's rates of homelessness would be cut in half by 2026, as he, along with State Representative Luke Evslin and Hawaii House Majority Leader Nadine Nakamura presented upcoming strategies for combatting homelessness and housing shortages across the island and state.

At a community town hall meeting in Lihu’e on Monday, State Homelessness Coordinator John Mizuno, State Representative Luke Evslin, and Hawaii House Majority Leader Nadine Nakamura presented strategies to combat homelessness and housing shortages across the island and state.

28/02/2024

The state program provides technical advice as well as financial assistance on a cost-share basis so private landowners can more effectively manage, protect and restore important natural resources on their properties.

The state program provides technical advice as well as financial assistance on a cost-share basis so private landowners can more effectively manage, protect and restore important natural resources on their properties.

28/02/2024

The agency will use the funds to purchase thermal imaging technology for night operations, when requested, and equip itself with the most advanced tools available to save lives, regardless of the time of day or weather conditions.

The grant also provides for the purchase and deployment of drones, training and development of an integrated system to facilitate search and rescue operations in Kaua‘i County.

The agency will use the funds to purchase thermal imaging technology for night operations, when requested, and equip itself with the most advanced tools available to save lives, regardless of the time of day or weather conditions.

28/02/2024

Your Kauai County Weather Forecast for February 28, 2024

WEST KAUA'I: Breezy. Partly sunny with isolated showers. Highs around 79 near the shore to around 67 above 3000 feet. Northeast winds up to 20 mph. Chance of rain 20 percent.

SOUTH KAUA'I: Partly sunny. Breezy. Numerous showers in the morning, then scattered showers in the afternoon. Highs around 78. Northeast winds 15 to 25 mph. Chance of rain 70 percent.

KAUA'I MOUNTAINS: Mostly cloudy. Breezy. Frequent showers in the morning, then scattered showers in the afternoon. Highs 66 to 74 in the valleys to around 61 above 4000 feet. East winds 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 80 percent.

NORTH KAUA'I: Breezy. Mostly cloudy with scattered showers. Highs 71 to 78. East winds up to 20 mph increasing to 10 to 20 mph in the afternoon. Chance of rain 50 percent.

EAST KAUA'I: Mostly cloudy. Breezy. Numerous showers in the morning, then scattered showers in the afternoon. Highs 71 to 78. Northeast winds 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 70 percent.

Full Forecast >> https://kauainownews.com/weather/



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28/02/2024

Your Kauai County Surf Report for February 28, 2024

Full Report >> https://kauainownews.com/surf/

Mahalo Honolua Surf Company for supporting Maui Now Surf

Photo Credit: tatonomusic

28/02/2024

The new program also provides first responders with thermal imaging technology for night operations when requested by an agency, and equips the organization with the most advanced tools available to save lives, regardless of the time of day or weather conditions.

The grant provides for the acquisition and deployment of drones, training for SAR teams, and the development of an integrated system to facilitate SAR operations in Kaua‘i County.

28/02/2024

Updates will be provided when more information is available.

According to a preliminary report, a Jack Harter helicopter carrying one pilot and four passengers crashed at Honopū Beach.

27/02/2024

Overall, the National Park Service announced that 400 national parks reported a total of 325.5 million visitors in 2023, an increase of 13 million or 4% over 2022.

Overall, the National Park Service announced that 400 national parks reported a total of 325.5 million visitors in 2023, an increase of 13 million or 4% over 2022.