Kaua‘i News
Capitol Among State Facilities to Reopen to The Public
The state is moving ahead with reopening facilities to the public as new COVID-19 case numbers and hospitalizations continue to decline throughout the islands.
Update: Kekaha Landfill Open Today
As a reminder, the maintenance work on the truck scale at the Kekaha Landfill scheduled initially for today, March, 4 has been postponed. The Kekaha Landfill is operating during regular hours today.
Ala Kalanikaumaka in Kōloa Closed Today
Because work in the area being ahead of schedule, Ala Kalanikaumaka, from Ala Kukuiula to the Po‘ipū roundabout, in Kōloa is closed today, March 4, through 4:30 p.m.
Kaua‘i Sees 11 New Cases Friday
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced 11 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, March 4.
4 Deaths, 234 New Cases Reported Friday
The state Department of Health reported 234 new COVID-19 cases Friday, bringing the statewide total to 236,983. Four new fatalities were reported.
DPS Reports No New Positive COVID Tests Among KCCC Inmates
The state Department of Public Safety reported no new positive COVID-19 test results among inmates at Kaua‘i Community Correctional Center in Līhuʻe.
High Surf Advisory Issued for Parts of Kaua’i, Ni’ihau
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a high surf advisory for portions of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau.
Wailua Wastewater Treatment Plant Exceeds Effluent Level
The Wailua Wastewater Treatment Plant has experienced higher than permitted levels of liquid waste, or effluent, a couple of times in the past several weeks.
UH Launches New Climate Data Portal
Several University of Hawai‘i agencies and others have teamed up to provide easy public access to climate data and information, creating a powerful new tool that also helps close data gaps.
Kaua‘i District Health Office Announces 22 New COVID Cases Thursday
The state Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced 22 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, March 3.
3 Deaths, 314 COVID Cases Reported Thursday
The state Department of Health reported 314 new COVID-19 cases Thursday, bringing the statewide total to 236,749. Three new fatalities were reported.
DPS Reports Only Negative KCCC Inmate COVID Test Results
The state Department of Public Safety on Wednesday, March 2, reported 10 negative COVID-19 test results among inmates in the latest batch of tests administered at Kaua‘i Community Correctional Center in Līhuʻe.
Lane Closures Scheduled For Mailihuna Road
Construction work will require periodic one-lane closures on Mailihuna Road next week.
DOH Revises Interim Administrative Rules for Medical Cannabis Dispensary Licensing Program
The Hawaii State Department of Health revised interim administrative rules for the medical cannabis licensing program went into effect on Feb. 24.
166 New COVID Cases Reported Statewide
The state Department of Health reported 166 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, bringing the statewide total to 236,435.
11 New COVID Cases Reported on Kauaʻi
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced 11 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, March 2.
Motor Vehicle Registration at DMV to Close Early
Staff training will require one county office to close early later this week.
Officials: Good to Follow Governor’s Lead on Keeping Masks in Place
Kaua‘i County health officials said Tuesday it will be prudent to follow Gov. David Ige’s lead keeping indoor mask requirements in place, even as every other COVID-19 restriction have been lifted or will be lifted by month’s end.
Safe Travels Program to End March 25, Indoor Mask Mandate Remains
The state’s Safe Travels Hawaiʻi program instated to stem the spread of COVID-19 will end after March 25, however, the indoor mask mandate continues to remain in place.
It’s Official: Kawakami Running for Reelection
The incumbent officially announced his plans in a news release Tuesday, March 1.
