Kaua‘i News
142 New COVID Cases Confirmed Statewide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 142 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, bringing the statewide total to 86,090.
14 New COVID Cases Confirmed on Kauaʻi
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported 14 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, Nov. 16.
Construction Underway for Inclusive Playground in Lydgate
The construction for the Kamalani Inclusive Playground project began this week in Lydgate.
Unattended Lay Net Recovered Off Lana‘i Waters
Authorities have recovered a 125-foot-long lay net in waters on the northeast side of Lana‘i.
63 New COVID Cases Reported Statewide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 63 new COVID-19 cases Tuesday, bringing the statewide total to 85,948.
Registration to Open for County Winter Fun Program
Registration for the county’s Winter Fun Program will begin Wednesday, Nov. 17 at 8 a.m.
Kauaʻi Proclaims Nov. 13-21 as Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week
On Monday, Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami proclaimed Nov. 13-21 as Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week – a national effort to educate the public, bring awareness to the problem of poverty, and support volunteers engaged in the community.
DLNR Taking Applications for Conservation and Resources Enforcement Officers
The Department of Land and Natural Resources has announced a rare opportunity for individuals to join the DLNR Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement as an entry level Conservation and Resources Enforcement Officer.
DOH Reports 95 New Cases Monday
The state’s seven-day average is now 91 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.5%.
Kaiser Permanente, Union Strike Deal to Stave Off Pending Healthcare Strike
It turns out that Hawai´i healthcare workers won’t be striking against Kaiser Permanente later this month.
Flood Watch Issued Throughout Hawaiian Islands
A flood watch is in effect throughout the Hawaiian Islands till later tonight, the National Weather Service reports this morning.
Future USS Daniel Inouye to Pass by Hawaiian Islands on its Way to Homeport on Oʻahu
The future USS Daniel Inouye (DDG 118) is scheduled to arrive at its new homeport, Joint Base Pearl Harbor Hickam on Thursday, Nov. 18, following a two-day voyage around the Hawaiian Islands.
DLNR Arrests Kalāheo Man After Reportedly Assaulting an Officer
Kalāheo man was arrested on numerous charges, including assaulting a police officer, during an incident Saturday, Nov. 13, near Salt Pond Beach Park.
16 New COVID Cases Reported on Kauaʻi
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported 16 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, Nov. 13.
81 New COVID Cases Confirmed Statewide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 81 new COVID-19 cases Saturday, bringing the statewide total to 85,709.
Large COVID Cluster Identified Among Churchgoers Prompts DOH Guidance
A COVID-19 cluster identified earlier this week among a church congregation in Nawiliwili has grown from 16 cases to 36, health officials reported this morning.
New Hanapēpē River Bridge to Open Monday
A temporary bridge on Kaumualiʻi Highway (Route 50) will be taken down as traffic is shifted onto the new Hanapēpē River Bridge starting next week.
Kauaʻi Weekly Lane Closures: Nov. 13-19
Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation announced weekly road and lane closures for Nov. 13-19.
No Injuries Reported After Brush Fire in Waimea
No injuries were reported after a vehicle fire in Waimea spread to nearby brush on Thursday, Nov. 11.
Sidewalk Construction Scheduled in Kapaʻa
A portion of Mailihuna Road will be closed from Nov. 15-19 for sidewalk construction.
