Kaua‘i News
SBA Loans Available to Offset Economic Losses From Drought
Small businesses in Kaua‘i County that have lost revenue because of drought can get some help from the federal government.
Road Work on Kōke‘e Road Postponed Until Further Notice
A material shortage with the project’s contractor has resulted in road resurfacing work on Kōke‘e Road being postponed.
Male Visitor Dies in Waters off ‘Anini Beach
At approximately 12:40 p.m. on Monday, Hanalei firefighters and ocean safety officers were dispatched to ‘Anini Beach for a man who was reported unresponsive in the water.
Weekly COVID Update: 1,777 New Cases Reported Statewide
The state Department of Health reported 1,777 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, Aug. 31, bringing the statewide total to 339,514.
Portion of Piko Road in Lāwa‘i to Be Closed
Piko Road, from Kaumuali‘i Highway to Kōloa Road, will be closed for part of the day from Sept. 6-8.
Monkeypox Cases Continue to Slowly Rise in Hawaiʻi
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health is reporting one additional case of monkeypox in an Oʻahu resident whose case is related to a previously reported case.
Monthly Test Scheduled For Sirens, Emergency Alert System
If you hear a siren or emergency alert shortly before noon on Thursday, Sept. 1, don’t fret. Unless there is severe weather in the area, it’s only a test.
Public Libraries to Be Closed in Observance of Labor Day
All public libraries and library support offices will be closed this weekend and Monday, Sept. 5.
Register Now For Diabetes Self-Management Workshop Series
Kaua‘i kupuna age 60 and older are invited to attend a series of workshops offered by the county Agency on Elderly Affairs about how to self-manage diabetes.
Culprits Behind KHS Break-In Remain At large
KHS is looking at updating its security system and installing cameras within the facility. In the meantime, the nonprofit has hired a patrol while the facility is closed to ensure the security and safety of the animals and staff.
County Announces Labor Day Closures
In observance of Labor Day, county offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 5.
Hawaiian Telcom Continues Expansion of Fiber Internet on Garden Isle
Hawaiian Telcom continues to expand its high-speed internets service across the Garden Isle.
Maintenance Work Scheduled at Hanalei, Kapa‘a Transfer Stations
The county Solid Waste Division is notifying the public that some services at two island rubbish transfer stations will be temporarily disrupted by maintenance work in September.
Bus Schedule Modified to Accommodate Marathons
The county is notifying the public that modifications to The Kaua‘i Bus schedule that will be in effect Sunday, Sept. 4, to accommodate The Kaua‘i Marathon and Half Marathon.
Lane Closures Now Scheduled Through Sept. 2 For Waha, Lauoho Roads
Tree and grass trimming along the roadways is now scheduled through the same date.
Lane Closures Scheduled For Po‘ipū Road in Kōloa
Portions of a Kōloa roadway will be closed next month for construction.
Rat Lungworm Can Be Transmitted by Many More Than Just Slugs, Snails
New research shows that slugs and snails aren’t the only creatures that can transmit rat lungworm disease.
Late Edith Kanakaʻole Quarter Design Released
Designs for the late Edith Kanakaʻole quarter have been released.
Vote Now Hawaiʻi! UH-Mānoa Up For Top Esports Team
A University of Hawai’i program has been nominated as one of the best in North America and now it needs the public’s help to claim the crown.
UH Cancer Center Researcher Awarded $2.8M to Develop E-Cigarette Intervention For Rural Youth
A researcher at the University of Hawai‘i Cancer Center was awarded nearly $3 million to develop and evaluate school-based, culturally-grounded e-cigarette prevention intervention for youth who live in rural parts of the state.
