Kaua‘i News
New Cases up Slightly
During the county’s weekly info briefing, Mayor Derek Kawakami said the seven-day average on new cases on the Garden Isle is 27, up from 25 last week. Two weeks ago, the average was at 10.
‘Banner Year’: State Legislature Approves More Than $1B For Native Hawaiian Programs
The 2022 state legislative session wrapped up Thursday, May 5, but not before lawmakers infused more than $1 billion into projects and initiatives that will benefit Native Hawaiians.
Girl Scouts Donate Cookie Sales to Help Animals
Kaua‘i Girl Scout Troop 008 donated a total of $6,000 to help rescue animals on the island.
Salvation Army ARC Monthly donation Event Friday
The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center will be on-site at the Kaua‘i Resource Center at 3460 Ahukini Road, in Līhu‘e, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday, May 20.
Legislature Approves $1B for Native Hawaiian Initiatives
The Native Hawaiian Legislative Caucus announced today that the Hawai’i State Legislature has appropriated over $1 billion in funding to projects and initiatives set forth by the caucus.
Public Libraries Celebrate Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Readers of all ages are invited to join the state’s public libraries in celebrating Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month.
Bills Aim to Offer Women ‘Expanded Opportunity For Upward Mobility’
Two measures that were priorities for the state Senate Women’s Legislative Caucus that will help uplift women in the islands were approved by both houses of the state Legislature.
State Lawmakers Approve Minimum Wage Increase, Other Measures to Strengthen Working Families
State legislators on Tuesday, May 3, took a stand for working families in Hawai‘i, passing several key measures including an increase to the state’s minimum wage.
Lane Closures Scheduled For Sections of Kapa‘a
Road and sidewalk construction work next week in Kapa‘a will require the closures of portions of several island roadways.
COVID Weekly Update: DOH Reports 4,249 New Infections Statewide
The state Department of Health reported 4,249 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, May 4, bringing the statewide total to 252,654.
Bill Banning Flavored Vaping Sales Heads to Governor’s Desk
A bill to ban the sale of flavored vaping products has passed both chambers of the Legislature and now moves to Gov. David Ige for his signature. HB1570 HD1 SD2 aims to minimize access to harmful tobacco products that target kids.
Public Libraries to Participate in Free Comic Book Day
Put on your cape, shine your green lantern, don your superhero or anime cosplay or just go in your everyday clothes. Whatever you do, don’t miss your chance to pick up a free comic book this weekend at one of two island public libraries.
Local Officials React to Draft Opinion by US Supreme Court That Would Overturn Roe v. Wade
Anger and concern. That’s how public officials throughout Hawai‘i, from the local level to the top of state government, are reacting to a draft opinion of the U.S. Supreme Court that if adopted would overturn the landmark Roe v. Wade abortion rights decision.
Bill Allocating More Money to OHA Now on Governor’s Desk
A bill that would raise annual revenue payments to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs from $15.1 million to $21.5 million cleared both the House and Senate unanimously today and now heads to Gov. David Ige’s desk for final approval.
Reminder: Menehune Road Near Waimea Swinging Bridge to Be Closed
Work on a historic island bridge will require the closure of a portion of a nearby roadway.
Prosecutors Seek Death Penalty for Mom accused in Kids’ Deaths
Idaho prosecutors in the case against Lori Vallow Daybell are seeking the death penalty.
High Surf Advisory in Effect For Portions of Kaua‘i
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a high surf advisory for portions of Kaua‘i until 6 a.m. Thursday, May 5.
Lane Closures Scheduled For ‘Akuli Street, Hanamāʻulu Road
Work on improvements for pedestrian access to King Kaumualiʻi Elementary School will require short lane closures on sections of two island roadways.
Online Public Meeting Scheduled For Proposed Improvements at Salt Pond Beach Park
The public will get a chance to hear information and express any concerns this week about proposed improvements to an island beach park.
