Kaua‘i News
Mayor Lifts County COVID Restrictions
Mayor Derek S. K. Kawakami announced today that Emergency Rule 28 will be repealed effective March 1, ending the county’s last emergency rule for COVID-19.
O‘ahu North Shore Home Slips Into The Ocean
When a small north shore home collapsed onto the beach early this morning, it was not entirely unexpected – but still was very shocking to all to see.
Injured Hiker Rescued off Sleeping Giant Trail Pronounced Dead at Wilcox Medical Center
Two separate rescues performed over the weekend at the Nounou East Trail in Wailua and Kalalau Trail in Hanakoa Valley ended with one hiker dead and the other taken to a local hospital.
Court Order Delays Candidate Filing for U.S. Rep., State Senator and Other Seats
The State of Hawai‘i Supreme Court issued a court order temporarily suspending candidate filing for the offices of U.S. Representative, State Senate, and State Representative contests until further notice from the court, the state Office of Elections announced in a press release Monday, Feb. 28.
23 New Cases Reported on Garden Isle Monday
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced 23 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, Feb. 28.
142 New Cases Reported Monday Statewide
The state Department of Health reported 142 new COVID-19 cases Monday, bringing the statewide total to 236,151.
High Surf Advisory in Place Till This Evening
A high surf advisory is now in effect until 6 p.m. this evening for north- and west-facing shores of Kauaʻi and Niʻihau.
Humpback Whale Sightings Counted From Kaua‘i Shorelines
There definitely be humpback whales cruising in the waters surrounding the Hawaiian Islands.
Lane Closures Slated For Multiple Sections of Kōloa Road
Improvements being made to Kōloa Road will require the extended partial closure of portions of the roadway throughout March.
County Announces Modified Hours for Kekaha Landfill One Day This Week
Maintenance work on the truck scale at the Kekaha Landfill will require the facility to modify its operation hours one day this week.
Portion of Hanalei Base Yard, Neighborhood Center Parking Lot Closed
Construction work is requiring the closure of a portion of the Hanalei Base Yard and Hanalei Neighborhood Center parking lot.
UH: Free Refurbished Laptops Available to Digital Readiness Students
The state and University of Hawaiʻi are partnering together to help students participating in digital readiness courses through UH community colleges get technology that will help them succeed.
DOH Reports 229 New COVID Cases Sunday
The state Department of Health reported 229 new COVID-19 cases Sunday, bringing the statewide total to 236,009.
District Health Office Announces 12 New COVID Cases Sunday
The State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced 12 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, Feb. 27.
‘Shock, Desolation, Disappointment’ : Russian, Ukraine Natives on Neighbor Big Island React to War
Emotions are running high in the Ukrainian and Russian communities on the Big Island.
16 New Cases on Garden Isle Saturday
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced 16 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, Feb. 26.
No Swimming at North Shore Beaches
Due to the high surf warning and hazardous ocean conditions, the Ocean Safety Bureau is advising no swimming at North Shore beaches from west of the pavilion at Hanalei Bay to Kē‘ē Beach.
Cheers: Kauai Brewers Festival Toasts For a Good Cause April 9
Kaua‘i Island Brewing Company and Salty Wahine announced that Kaua‘i Brewers Festival will return Saturday, April 9, from 2-6 p.m. at the Po‘ipū Beach Athletic Club.
Kekaha Landfill Closed Today
Due to staffing issues, the Kekaha Landfill is closed today, Feb. 26. The public is advised to use the Hanapēpē refuse transfer station.
Injured Hiker Rescued on Nounou East Trail Friday
First responders rescued a 51-year-old Oregon female on the Nounou East Trail, also known as the Sleeping Giant Trail, in Wailua on Friday.
