Kaua‘i News
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.
Restrictions Remain Despite Hawai´i Surpassing Major Milestone
Nearly 80% of the state’s eligible population is fully vaccinated against COVID-19, while around 90% of those aged 12 and older have begun their vaccination schedules.
KFD Rescues Injured California Hiker
First responders rescued an injured 30-year-old California visitor from Kalalau Beach on Sunday.
Hawaiʻi Closes in on 2 Million Vaccine Doses Administered
The state’s two-week average is now 339 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 4.2%.
North Atlantic Jet Stream Could Result in Drastic Weather
The findings, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, suggest that the position of the jet stream could migrate outside of the range of natural variability by as early as the year 2060.
New Cases Continue to Dip
14 individuals have been hospitalized as a result of COVID-19 infection since the pandemic began, while at least 757 have died.
Hawaii State Energy Office Seeks Candidates
The Energy Office, in partnership with the Hawaiʻi Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation Commission, is hiring for the second year of its mission-oriented Climate Ready VISTA Corp.
10-Digit Dialing for Local Calls Begins October 24th
Your telephone number, including current area code, will not change.
Sections of Kōloa, Maluhia Roads Slated for Road Work
Partial lane closures are scheduled on multiple sections of Kōloa and Maluhia Roads from Sept. 27 to Oct. 1.
Officer Nance Recognized as ʻOfficer of the Monthʻ
The Kauaʿi Police Department (KPD) recognized Patrol Services Bureau (PSB) Officer Bruce Nance as Officer of the Month during September’s Police Commission meeting
KCCC Currently Clear of Active COVID Cases
Kauaʻi Community Correctional Center currently has no active COVID-19 cases among inmates or staff, authorities reported Friday, Sept. 24.
DOH Reports 408 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 408 new COVID-19 cases Saturday, bringing the statewide total to 77,777.
State to Receive Federal Funding to Address Youth Mental Health Crisis
The mental health of Hawaiʻi’s keiki has suffered as the COVID-19 pandemic forced the world to adjust to a new normal of socially distanced lives.
26 New COVID-19 Cases Confirmed on Garden Isle
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced 26 new cases on Friday, Sept. 24.
State Approaches 90% Employee Vaccination Rate
The vaccination rates do not include the University of Hawaiʻi and the Department of Education.
DOH Approves Booster Shots For Several Demographics
These recommendations apply only to those who received the Pfizer vaccine. There are no changes at this time for those who received Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines.
Hawaiian Airlines CEO Expresses Dismay Over Assault of Flight Attendant
Hawaiian Airlines CEO and president expressed his dismay over the assault of a flight attendant on an aircraft Hilo-bound from Honolulu Thursday morning, Sept. 23.
DOH Reports 403 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 403 new COVID-19 cases Friday, bringing the statewide total to 77,369.
6th Hawaiian Monk Seal Found Dead on Molokaʻi
The sixth death of a Hawaiian monk seal on Molokaʻi within the past year has authorities investigating the cause.
