Kaua‘i News
Water Conservation Notice issued for Anini Road and Kalihiwai Bay View Estates
The Department of Water and Princeville Utilities Co., Inc. issued an immediate water conservation notice for DOW customers in Kalihiwai Bay View Estates and on Anini Road due to an electrical issue affecting PUCI’s pumps. Customers are advised to limit water use to essential needs only such as drinking, cooking and sanitation needs until further notice to avoid a full water service outage.
Lane Closures Scheduled for Kekaha Road, Akialoa Road Aug. 1 to Aug. 10
The Department of Public Works and Geolabs, Inc. are announcing that sections Kekaha Road and Akialoa Road will be under one-lane closures from Aug. 1-10, weekdays, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., weather permitting.
Warning Siren System Test Scheduled for Aug. 1
The monthly test of the all-hazard Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System is scheduled for Monday, Aug. 1, 2022, at 11:45 a.m.
Watch: Case Counts Continue Downward Slide
Kaua‘i’s COVID cases continue to trickle downward, as do the state’s.
COVID Rules for Student-Athletes Looser This Year, But Unvaccinated Players Must Test to Play
Athletes looking to participate this year in school sports won’t have to vaccinate in order to be allowed to play – but if they don’t, they’ll have to test twice a week to prove their not COVID-positive.
Līhu‘e Business Association Discusses New Airport Plan With Community
The Līhu‘e Business Association met Thursday via Zoom to discuss abandoning the Līhu‘e Airport Master Plan and the work Hawai‘i Department of Transportation- Airports Division, or HIDOT-A, to formulate a new plan addressing infrastructure concerns at the facility.
Blue Dolphin Charters Donates to Nā Pali Coast ‘Ohana
On World Oceans Day last month, Blue Dolphin Charters collected a portion of its proceeds from all tours to donate to a nonprofit dedicated to the preservation of the natural and cultural resources of the Nā Pali Coast.
Report: Visitors Simply Spending More in 2022
Tourism numbers – especially dollars spent – continue to trend upward.
Road Closures, Bus Route Change Scheduled During Historic Kōloa Plantation Days Parade
Several roadways will be closed and a temporary route change is planned for The Kaua‘i Bus to accommodate for a parade this weekend in Kōloa.
Kaua‘i Deputy Police Chief Resigns For Personal Reasons
Kaua‘i Deputy Police Chief Stan Olsen has resigned.
‘Access to Care’ Data Shows Troubling Trends in Community Health
A statewide survey that involved nearly 3,300 residents this spring has revealed some troubling data.
Lane Closures Scheduled For Sections of Kapa‘a
The county is notifying the public that portions of several roadways in Kapa‘a will be closed at the beginning of next month.
Water Service Shutdown Scheduled in Wailua
The county is notifying water customers in a portion of Wailua that their service will be temporarily shutdown one day this week.
COVID Weekly Update: 4,075 New Cases Reported Statewide
The state Department of Health reported 4,075 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, July 27, bringing the statewide total to 325,944.
Intermittent Closures Scheduled on Kūhiō Highway
Intermittent closures on Kūhiō Highway in both directions in Waikoko.
Lane Closures on ‘Akuli Street, Hanamāʻulu Road Aug. 1-12
The Department of Public Works and Goodfellow Bros. LLC., are announcing that sections of ‘Akuli Street and Hanamāʻulu Road will be under short lane closures from Aug. 1 to Aug. 12, on weekdays, from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Trash pick-up Delayed Around Kīlauea
Due to equipment issues, trash pick-up will be delayed in the Kilauea and Kawaihau areas.
Limited Monkeypox Vaccine Aimed for High-Risk Populations
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health will open monkeypox vaccination appointments to Hawaiʻi residents at higher risk of monkeypox infection or severe illness this week.
Firefighter Injured While Responding to Brush Fire
A Kaua‘i firefighter was injured after falling on a tree Sunday, July 24, while responding to a brush fire in Kealia.
First Installment of FY 2022-23 Real Property Taxes Due Next Month
The county is notifying and reminding Kaua‘i property owners that their first installment of real property taxes for fiscal year 2022-23 is coming due.
