Kaua‘i News
State Budget Includes $200M For Capital Improvement Projects on Kauaʻi
More than $200 million is included in the final version of the state budget for several capital improvement projects on Kauaʻi.
State Transitioning to Public Health Management of COVID
While the state is transitioning from emergency response to a more traditional public health approach to managing COVID-19, health officials and Gov. David Ige stressed Wednesday, April 27, during a press conference that the pandemic is not over.
Mainline Break Forces Road Closures in Wailua
An emergency water service shutdown is scheduled this afternoon in Wailua for urgent repairs to a mainline break.
New Saturday Contraflow Hours For Kūhiō Highway to Begin
In an effort to ease weekend traffic congestion on an island highway, new Saturday contraflow hours will take effect this week.
Lane Closures Scheduled in Kapa‘a First Week of May
Portions of Mailihuna Road, Hau‘a‘ala Road, and Kawaihau Road will be closed the first week of May for clearing and grubbing work, roadway excavation, and sidewalk construction.
Weekly COVID Update: Nearly 200 New Cases Reported on Kauaʻi
The state Department of Health reported 3,370 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, April 27, bringing the statewide total to 248,405. Eleven new fatalities were reported.
Voyage Update: Hōkūleʻa, Hikianalia Sail Through Southern End of Doldrums
Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia are approximately 1,120 nautical miles into their journey to French Polynesia and about 90 to 95 miles west of the reference course to Tahiti.
Ige Announces $328M Settlement in Hawaiian Home Lands Case
The state is looking to settle a 23-year-old Hawaiian Home Lands class action lawsuit.
UH Study: Supercell Thunderstorms Caused Kauaʻi’s Record Rainfall in 2018
A recently published University of Hawaiʻi study reveals the culprits behind the record-setting April 2018 rainstorm that wreaked havoc on Kauaʻi — supercell thunderstorms.
Menehune Road to Close in May to Allow for Work on Waimea Swinging Bridge
Menehune Road near the Waimea Swinging Bridge will be closed in May to allow the installation of a permanent tower to the bridge as well as other essential permanent components.
Chief Justice Seeks Public Comment on Nominees For District Court Vacancies
There is one vacancy in the District Court of the 5th Circuit on Kaua’i, and Hawai’i Supreme Court Chief Justice Mark E. Recktenwald is seeking public comment on nominees to fill the position.
DMV to Be Temporarily Closed
The county Department of Motor Vehicles will be temporarily closed from noon-1:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 26.
Kaua‘i Ocean Discovery to Reopen
A learning facility focused on the traditions and knowledge of the ocean and inspiring ocean stewardship is reopening.
Call For 2022 Kauaʻi Poke Fest Competitors
How are your poke skills? Do you think your poke is the best? Want to find out?
Several Lane Closures in Effect
Several lane closures are in effect around the island this week, according to the county Department of Public Works.
County to Host First Youth Climate Summit
The county is looking for input from island youth about how to combat and adapt to climate change.
15K Free COVID Test Kits to Be Handed Out on Kaua‘i
A third round of free COVID-19 home test kits will be available to Kaua‘i residents from May 2-6.
UH Research Focuses on Improving Public Health With Hula
The end of the Merrie Monarch Festival in Hilo on the Big Island doesn’t mean hula gets put on the shelf for a year. In fact, findings in a study by University of Hawai‘i researchers suggest people could hula their way to better health.
Community Encouraged to Participate in National Drug Take-Back Initiative
National Drug Take-Back Day is approaching and authorities are encouraging residents to gather up their unused or expired medications for safe, anonymous disposal.
