Kauai News
DOH Reports 284 New COVID-19 Cases, 1 New Death
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 284 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, pushing the statewide total to 6,356.
DOH Reports 230 Cases of Coronavirus, 1 New Death Friday
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 230 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, pushing the statewide total to 6,072. DOH also reported the 46th virus-related death since it began tracking the pandemic in late February.
2 New COVID-19 Cases Identified on Kaua‘i
Two new positive COVID-19 cases have been reported by the Kaua‘i District Health Office bringing to total number of active cases to five.
Temperature Equipment Installed at All Major Hawai‘i Airports
A total of 133 cameras statewide are operational and available to detect people with a body temperature of 100.4°F and above.
Kaua‘i County Moves Forward with Potential Development of Resort Bubbles
Kaua‘i and Maui Counties are making efforts to create resort bubbles as the state maintains the 14-day self-quarantine due to COVID-19.
Collection Drive For Frontline Workers Announced
The Kaua‘i RSVP Advisory Council is requesting donation items from the public such as prepackaged snacks and gift cards.
Wailua Beach Parking Off Kuhio Highway to Close Temporarily for Bridge Repair Project
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation is constructing additional protective measures at the Wailua River Bridge (Mauka Bridge) on Kuhio Highway (Route 56).
Hawai‘i Reports 2 New Coronavirus-Related Deaths For Second Consecutive Day
The Hawai‘i Department of Health on Wednesday reported 236 new cases of COVID-19 across all islands, bringing the statewide total to 5,844.
HTA Releases July Hotel Performance Report
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact the hotel industry with Hawai‘i Tourism Authority reporting continued record lows in occupancy, revenue per available room and room rates for July compared to the year before.
DOH Reports 42nd COVID-Related Death, 261 New Cases Wednesday
The Hawai‘i Department of Health on Wednesday reported the state’s 42nd coronavirus-related death, along with another 261 new cases of COVID-19 across all islands.
State, County Leaders Announce Extended Relief for Floods in March, April 2018
Gov. David Ige today issued a second supplementary emergency proclamation that extends disaster period on Kaua‘i for flooding that occurred in March.
DOH Starts Media Campaign to Educate Public on Dangers of COVID-19
The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) launched the first phase of a new statewide educational campaign today as part of a comprehensive, multi-pronged solution to address the sustained number of COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘i.
Small Business Boost Grant Program Opens for Applications on Monday
Applications for Kaua‘i County’s Small Business Boost Grant Program will be open starting on Aug. 24 at 9 a.m.
DOH Reports 134 New Coronavirus Cases, 1 New Death
The Hawai‘i Department of Health on Tuesday reported 134 new cases of COVID-19 across all islands, bringing the statewide total to 5,349. One new virus-related death was also reported.
Salvation Army ARC Monthly Donation Event Set for Next Week
The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) will be accepting donations for its monthly donation event on Aug. 28, at the Kaua‘i Resource Center (KRC) located at 3460 Ahukini Road in Līhu‘e, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
PUC Okays Young Brothers’ 46% Rate Hike
In a decision issued Monday, the Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission approved Young Brothers’ emergency request to increase rates by 46% with several conditions over the next 12 months.
Washington Woman Arrested for Reportedly Violating 14-Day Quarantine Order
A Longview, Washington woman was arrested on Aug. 13 after reportedly violating Hawai‘i’s 14-day quarantine emergency and vehicle rental prohibition rules pertaining to COVID-19.
County Offices to Close in Observance of Statehood Day
County offices will be closed Aug. 21 in observance of Statehood Day.
Hawai‘i Identifies 174 New Coronavirus Cases Monday
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 174 new cases of COVID-19 Monday, bringing the statewide total to 5,215.
