Kaua‘i News
Injured Hiker Airlifted Off Hanakāpī‘ai Beach
An Arizona man was airlifted off Hanakāpī‘ai Beach after falling and injuring his leg and shoulder while hiking along a trail Friday, Oct. 1, 2021.
DOH Reports 279 New COVID Cases Statewide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 279 new COVID-19 cases Saturday, bringing the statewide total to 79,851.
Hawaiian Monk Seal Returned to Wild After Rehabilitation at Big Island Mammal Hospital
A young Hawaiian monk seal was successfully released back to the ocean after spending more than two months at Kailua-Kona’s Marine Mammal Center Ke Kai Ola for malnutrition and maternal separation.
Ige Extends Emergency Proclamation, COVID Restrictions in Hawai´i
Whatever chance Hawai´i had at leaving COVID restrictions behind come the start of October were obliterated with the arrival of the Delta variant to island shores.
Rate of Lava Lake Rise Decreases as Eruption Continues at Kīlauea
At Kīlauea, lava continues to erupt within Halemaʻumaʻu, though the number of active fountaining locations on the base and west wall of the crater has decreased and the rate of lava lake rise has slowed.
Flags Ordered to Half-Staff Sunday to Honor Fallen Firefighters
President Biden proclaimed Oct. 3 to Oct. 9 as Fire Prevention Week to pay respect to the brave firefighters and first responders who put their lives at risk daily for their fellow Americans.
County to Hold Special Election for New Prosecuting Attorney
A special election will be held for the Office of Prosecuting Attorney.
DOH Reports 366 New Cases Friday
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 366 new COVID-19 cases Friday, bringing the statewide total to 79,572.
DMV Announces Closure Next Week
Normal hours of operation at the DMV are from 8 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., Monday through Friday, except for state and federal holidays.
12 COVID Fatalities Reported Thursday
The state’s two-week average is now 307 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 3.9%.
2 LA Travelers Arrested on Suspicion of Falsified COVID Test Documents
Two travelers from Los Angeles were arrested around noon on Tuesday, Sept. 28, for uploading falsified documents into the Hawaiʿi Safe Travels portal in an attempt to avoid the state’s travel quarantine requirements.
Critically Endangered Fern Found on Kaua´i
It was last seen on Hawai‘i Island five years ago and thought possibly to be extinct.
DOH Reports 13 COVID-Related Deaths Wednesday
A total of 4,310 individuals have been hospitalized as a result of COVID-19 infection since the pandemic began, while at least 770 have died.
Swimming With Spinner Dolphins to End in Hawai´i Over New NOAA Rule
Beginning next month, swimming with spinner dolphins in Hawai´i will become a thing of the past.
Kauaʻi Teachers Express Ongoing Safety Concerns in Schools
Approximately 20 teachers waved signs for about a half hour before school outside Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School in Līhuʻe, Tuesday.
7 People Currently Hospitalized on Kauaʻi Due to COVID
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced 14 new cases on Tuesday, Sept. 28.
Hawaiian Monk Seal Swims from Kure Atoll to Oʻahu
Researchers expressed their amazement at one Hawaiian monk seal that swam 1,300 miles within a month.
DOH Reports 240 New Cases, as Vaccine Shots Overtake 2 Million Statewide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 240 new COVID-19 cases Tuesday.
HTA Resumes Support of Community-Based Tourism Initiatives
HTA is resuming its Community Enrichment Program, which supports community-based projects, festivals and events that enhance resident and visitor experiences, and create opportunities for meaningful economic development.
