Kaua‘i News
Know Inspiring Kūpuna? Nominate Them for Recognition
Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami and the Agency on Elderly Affairs are inviting the public to submit nominations for the 2022 Outstanding Older Americans recognition.
State Fines Waimea Asphalt Company $107K for Water Pollution Violation
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health fined a Kaua‘i asphalt company $107,500 for discharging pollutants into state waters without a permit or pollution control practices.
707 New Cases, 8 Deaths Reported Friday
The state Department of Health reported 707 new COVID-19 cases Friday, bringing the statewide total to 230,238. Eight new fatalities were reported.
Voter Service Center for Prosecuting Attorney Special General Election Opens Today
The Voter Service Center for the Prosecuting Attorney Special General Election will be open beginning at 8 a.m., today in the basement of the Historic County Annex Building in Līhu‘e.
Kaua’i Quilt Show 2022 Kicks Off Today
Come see some masterpieces of quilting during the Kaua’i Quilt Show 2022 this weekend in Līhuʻe.
Voter Service Center to Open For Special Election of Prosecuting Attorney
Voting in the special election for county prosecuting attorney begins at the end of this week.
Rockslide Update: Swinging Bridge Access Work Starts Monday
Officials are announcing the following updates for the Waimea community affected by the rockslide that occurred on Menehune Road on Jan. 4.
Lane Closures Scheduled for Mailihuna Road
Construction work will require one lane of Mailihuna Road to be periodically closed next week.
Kauaʻi Health Officials Report COVID-Related Fatalities for Third Consecutive Day
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced two fatalities and 88 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, Feb. 10
Concrete Pour Scheduled for New Anahola Water Tank
The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands, through its contractor Kiewit Infrastructure West Co., will conduct a concrete pour for its new Anahola Water Tank
Power up: Millions Coming to Hawai‘i For Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
Hawai‘i will receive $2,616,956 in new funding under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to expand its network of electric vehicle charging stations, part of nearly $18 million in estimated formula funding coming to the state over the next five years for EV charging.
Update: Only Bagged Trash Still at Hanalei Station
Due to mechanical issues, the Hanalei refuse transfer station is only accepting bagged trash today, Feb. 10. No loose trash or bulky items will be accepted.
6 Deaths, 1,195 New Cases Reported Thursday
The state Department of Health reported 1,195 new COVID-19 cases Thursday, bringing the statewide total to 229,531. Six new fatalities were reported.
DPS: 2 Positive COVID Test Results Reported Among KCCC Inmates
The state Department of Public Safety on Wednesday, Feb. 9, reported two positive COVID-19 test results among inmates at Kaua‘i Community Correctional Center in Līhuʻe.
State Sheriff Division Seeks Recruits
Are you interested in law enforcement? If so, the state Department of Public Safety has an opportunity right up your alley.
Utah Hiker Suffers Injuries After Jumping Off Rope Swing Near Ho‘opi‘i Falls
Firefighters rescued an injured 53-year-old Utah hiker near Ho‘opi‘i Falls in Kapa‘a Tuesday, Feb. 8.
Kupu Urges Youth to Apply for Conservation Corps Summer Program
Youth from throughout the state will have a chance to gain some hands-on experience in conservation this summer through the Hawai‘i Youth Conservation Corps Summer Program.
2 Elderly Men Succumb to COVID-19
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced two fatalities and 49 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, Feb. 9.
DOH Reports 519 New COVID Cases Statewide
The state Department of Health reported 519 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, bringing the statewide total to 228,336.
Salvation Army ARC Monthly Donation Event Next Week
The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center next week will accept donations of items that can be reused, including clothing, books and others.
