Kaua‘i News
Weekly Road Closures: May 21-27
The state Department of Transportation issued its list of weekly road and lane closures for May 21-27. Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.
Wilcox Goes Meatless on Mondays
In an effort to create a healthier Hawai‘i and increase use of local produce, the Wilcox Health Café will institute “Meatless Mondays” starting May 23.
Free Bus Service Offered During Tropic Care in June
The Kaua‘i Bus announces free bus service during Tropic Care from June 13-20.
Former PSD Director Nolan Espinda Dies
Former Department of Public Safety Director Nolan Espinda died Thursday, May 19. He was 65.
Water Conservation Notice Lifted on ‘Anini Road
The Department of Water and Princeville Utilities Co. has lifted the water conservation in Kilauea.
Water Conservation Notice Issued For ‘Anini Road
A water service advisory for customers on ‘Anini Road in Kīlauea has been changed to a water conservation notice. The revision is the latest update following several other notices earlier today.
Keiki Ages 5-11 Eligible for COVID-19 Boosters
The Hawai‘i Department of Health is adopting guidance from the CDC recommending boosters for children ages 5 through 11 and strengthening booster recommendations for others.
Watch: 1 New COVID-Related Death Reported on Kaua‘i
One new COVID-related death occurred earlier this week, Kaua‘i County Mayor Derek Kawakami announced during the county’s briefing Thursday, May 19.
Update: Urgent Water Service Outage for Anini Road Customers in Kīlauea
The Department of Water has issued an immediate water conservation request for customers in Kīlauea located on Anini Road, until further notice due to a power outage.
3-Car Crash on Kaumuali‘i Highway Leaves 1 in Critical Condition
An 80-year-old man is in critical condition following a three-car crash on Kaumuali‘i Highway in Kōloa Wednesday afternoon.
Registration Now Open For 21st Annual Native Hawaiian Convention
Registration is now open for the the Council for Native Hawaiian Advancement’s 21st annual Native Hawaiian Convention.
Outlook Is For 2-4 Tropical Cyclones During 2022 Hurricane Season
This year marks the 30th anniversary of Hurricane Iniki making landfall on Kaua‘i as a major hurricane, devastating the Garden Isle. And while the outlook for the 2022 hurricane season in the Central Pacific, which begins June 1, is for below average tropical cyclone activity, officials warn it only takes one hurricane or tropical storm to cause a tremendous amount of damage.
Flood Watch Extended for Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau
The National Weather Service in Honolulu extended the watch through Thursday afternoon.
UH: Mystery of Seafloor Metamorphosis Unlocked
A recently published study that was led by University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa researchers has revealed the mysteries of metamorphosis on the seafloor.
Lane Closures Scheduled For Sections of Kapa‘a
Construction work will require the closure of portions of three roadways next week in Kapa‘a
Weekly COVID Update: Over 7K New Cases Confirmed Statewide
The state Department of Health reported 7,149 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, May 18, bringing the statewide total to 265,571.
Green Waste Closed at Kapa‘a Transfer Station Due to Weather Conditions
Weather conditions force temporary closure of green waste at the Kapa‘a Transfer Station.
Lane Closures Planned For ‘Akuli Street, Hanamāʻulu Road Near King Kaumualiʻi Elementary
Work to improve pedestrian access to King Kaumualiʻi Elementary School in Hanamāʻulu will require lane closures on sections of ‘Akuli Street and Hanamāʻulu Road.
Former Kaua‘i Police Department Employee Indicted For Felony Theft
A former employee of the Kaua‘i Police Department has been indicted for fraud and theft by a Kaua‘i County grand jury.
Tropic Care Health Outreach Returns June 23
Tropic Care will return to Kauaʻi on June 13 and will operate at several sites through June 20. The eight-day event will provide no-cost health care services to the community, including physical exams, eye exams, dental exams, fillings, and extractions.
