Brittany Lyte/Civil Beat/2023
The Shift To A Green Energy Future Is Renewing Plantation-Era Water Wars On Kauai
A proposed hydro project — the first of its kind in the world — could supply up to a quarter of the island’s power by diverting 4 billion gallons a year from the Waimea River.
Courtesy: DLNR
Hawaii Spent Decades Developing Community-Managed Fishing Areas. Lawmakers May Undo That
Despite overwhelming testimony in opposition, a measure is moving forward in the Senate.
Courtesy: Keala Foundation
New Kauai Drug Camp Treats At-Risk Teens Like Family — Not Patients
A scrappy grassroots group is finding success through a program that features strength conditioning, outdoor adventure and the healing power of forgiveness.
Allan Parachini/Civil Beat
Evslin Leaves ‘Big Hole’ On Kauai Council As He Moves To State House
The governor chose the top vote-getter of this past council election to fill Rep. James Tokioka’s seat.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2019
Police: Manhunt Underway For Suspect In Kauai Homicide
Police have advised the public not to approach him.
David Croxford/Civil Beat/2023
Hawaii Health Advocate And Kauai Councilman Appointed To House
Their appointments brings the number of first-time House members to 18.
Yoohyun Jung/Civil Beat/2021
Voting Opens For Kauai Food Access Plan Targets
Votes will help develop the first state plan to guide local food resiliency and production.
Hawaii Department of Land and Natural Resources via AP/2023
Hawaii Whale Dies With Fishing Nets, Plastic Bags In Stomach
The body of the 56-foot long, 120,000-pound whale was first noticed on a reef off Kauai on Friday.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2019
A State Abortion Coordinator? Hawaii Lawmakers Consider Overcoming Barriers To Access
A Kauai doctor’s lawsuit recently helped expand access. But there are still plenty of hurdles, particularly on the neighbor islands.
Nathan Eagle/Civil Beat/2011
Kauai Is Making A Blueprint To Meet ‘Huge Desire’ For Local Food
Small community meetings across the islands will help develop the first state plan to guide local food resiliency and production.