Kaua‘i News
Search Suspended For Missing Lāwa‘i Man
Efforts by authorities to find a missing Lāwa‘i man have concluded.
Weekly Briefing: COVID Cases Continue to Increase
COVID case counts on Kaua‘i continued increasing during the past week and now are the highest in the state, based on population, according to the county’s weekly video briefing.
Lane Closure at Kōloa Road in Lāwa‘i Scheduled May 23-27
A closure at the turn lane off Kōloa Road onto Kaumuali‘i Highway is scheduled from May 23-27 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., the Department of Public Works and Goodfellow Bros. LLC. announced.
Flags to be Flown at Half-Staff for 1 Million American Lives Claimed by COVID-19
At the direction of the President of the United States, and on behalf of Gov. David Ige, Acting Gov. Josh Green ordered that the United States flag and the Hawai‘i state flag will be flown at half-staff as a mark of respect and remembrance of the 1 million Americans who have died of COVID-19.
‘Stamp Out Hunger’ Food Drive Goes Virtual
The U.S. Postal Service’s food drive in Hawai‘i, “Stamp Out Hunger,” is going virtual.
Baby Formula Recall Hits Stores Across U.S.
Supply disruptions and a massive safety recall of baby formula in the U.S. has led to many products being taken off store shelves leaving families scrambling.
Resurfacing Work Scheduled for Portion of Kōke‘e Road
A portion of Kōke‘e Road near Old Mana Road will be closed May 16-24, weekdays, for road resurfacing work.
Weekly COVID Update: Over 5K New Cases Reported Statewide
The state Department of Health reported 5,768 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, May 11, bringing the statewide total to 258,422.
Coast Guard Pulls 1 Mariner, 2 Dogs Aboard Disabled Vessel to Shore
The crew of the Coast Guard Cutter William Hart assisted one mariner and two dogs aboard the disabled 32-foot sailboat Wind Rush north of O‘ahu, Monday.
Online Registration For Summer Fun Program Begins Next Week
Parents, mark your calendars. Registration for the county’s Summer Fun program opens next week.
Trade Winds Help Produce Enhanced Shower Activity in April
April put more of the “rainy” back in the 2021-22 rainy season.
Legislature Passes Measure to Support Pilot Program for Women’s Court
The Hawaiʻi State Judiciary applauded the Hawaii State Legislature for its support of a three-year pilot program to create a Women’s Court.
Legislature Passes Measures to Protect State’s Natural Resources
The state Legislature, among many other priorities during the 2022 legislative session, took action to be a better steward of the environment.
Lane Closures Scheduled For Kalāheo Now Slated Later This Week
Lane closures for portions of roadways in Kalāheo that were planned for late last week and earlier this week have been postponed until later this week.
Fire Displaces 1 in Wainiha Monday
A fire in Wainiha Monday evening displaced one resident. No injuries were reported.
Report: NTSB Cites FAA Failures That Led up to Crash That Killed 7
The National Transportation Safety Board found that the Federal Aviation Administration’s decision not to adopt safety recommendations was among the factors that preceded a 2019 helicopter crash on Kaua‘i that killed seven people.
Kaua‘i Health Care Heroes Honored During National Nurses Week
No matter what part they play, nurses are critical components of the medical facilities where they work — they are health care heroes.
Public Libraries Offer Self-Paced Online Music Lessons From Master Musicians
Want to learn how to play an instrument? Want to learn from a professional who mastered their art? Then look no farther than your public library.
Legislature Passes Bill For Annual Observance of Lā Hoʻihoʻi Ea
The state Legislature, for the first time in state history, is recognizing a holiday established during the Hawaiian monarchy.
Lydgate, Salt Pond Beach Parks Open For Camping Permit Reservations
Anyone looking to camp at Lydgate and Salt Pond beach parks can now apply for permits.
