Saving Kauai’s Kalihiwai Reservoir Is An Expensive Problem
In a last-ditch effort, some farmers and wildlife enthusiasts are trying to raise funds to save this relic of the plantation era.
Judge Rejects Plea Deal For Former Kauai Councilman Who Led Meth Ring
Arthur Brun changed his plea to guilty as part of an agreement with prosecutors. But a judge rejected the deal, opening up the possibility of a trial.
Kauai Quit Using Oil To Produce Most Of Its Electricity Years Ago. That’s Paying Off Now
Oil prices are surging due to the Russian invasion, but the island’s dwindling reliance on fossil fuels is helping to stabilize utility bills.
Kauai Mayor Says ‘The Worst Is Behind Us’ In State Of The County Address
Mayor Derek Kawakami recapped the first three years of his term and laid out a plan to fix aging infrastructure.
Secret Agent’s Indictment Amplifies Demand To Rename Kauai’s Russian Fort
Advocates of changing the fort’s name to reflect its Hawaiian heritage are confident the state will do so but no official decision has been made yet.
Plans Stalled For Kauai’s Vacant Residential Drug Facility
The county initiated a title transfer eight months ago but until it goes through a new effort to open Kauai’s underutilized drug treatment facility remains on hold.
Like Prevails Over Iseri In Kauai Prosecutor Race
A political newcomer, Like is stepping into office at a time when the island is dealing with a rise in fentanyl abuse, a suicide problem and a longstanding lack of mental health and drug addiction resources.
Helicopter Crashes At Kauai Missile Range Facility, Killing Four People
The helicopter was operated by a military contractor participating in a training operation.
Civil Beat Is Ramping Up Its Neighbor Islands Coverage With New Full-Time Reporters
We’re beefing up on Maui first, so expect to see much more enterprise reporting from that island starting this week. Big Island and Kauai coming soon.
Why Isn’t Hawaii’s Largest Union Weighing In On The Kauai Prosecutor’s Race?
HGEA is unusually silent on the special election for Kauai prosecuting attorney.