Kaua‘i News
Flags to Fly Half-Staff in Memory of Kanoho
U.S. and state flags throughout Hawaiʻi will fly at half-staff Friday, Feb. 4, to pay respect to a former Kauaʻi statesman.
High Surf Advisory Issued for Portions of Kaua’i, Ni’ihau
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a high surf advisory for north- and west-facing shores of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau.
Straub, Wilcox Medical Centers Recognized Nationally For Surgical Excellence
The American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program recognized Straub Medical Center and Wilcox Medical Center for achieving meritorious outcomes for surgical patient care in 2020.
Deadline Nears for HMSA Kaimana Scholarship Applications
High school students who will graduate this year and are interested in Hawai‘i Medical Service Association’s Kaimana scholarships have just a few weeks left to apply for this year’s awards.
Kaua‘i Sees 151 New Cases Thursday
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced 151 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, Feb. 3.
3 Deaths, 1,532 New Cases Reported Thursday
The state Department of Health reported 1,532 new COVID-19 cases Thursday, bringing the statewide total to 223,065. Three new fatalities were reported.
State: No New COVID Infections Reported Among KCCC Inmates
The state Department of Public Safety on Wednesday, Feb. 2, reported no new COVID-19 infections among inmates at Kaua‘i Community Correctional Center in Līhuʻe.
Portion of Ala Kalanikaumaka Road to Be Closed
The county Department of Public Works and contractor Maui Kupuno Builders on Wednesday, Feb. 2, announced that part of Ala Kalanikaumaka Road will be closed next week.
Lane Closures Scheduled for Portion of Mailihuna Road
A portion of Mailihuna Road in Kapa‘a will be closed from Feb. 7-11 from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
KPD Detective Honored as Officer of the Month for Life-Saving Actions
The Kauaʿi Police Department recognized Investigative Services Bureau Detective Philip Banquel as Officer of the Month during January’s Police Commission meeting held via teleconference on Friday, Jan. 28.
DOH Reports 1,177 New COVID Cases Statewide
The state Department of Health reported 1,177 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, bringing the statewide total to 221,533.
155 New COVID Cases Reported on Kauaʻi
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced 155 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, Feb. 2.
Pallet Recycling Now Available in Moloa‘a
The county Department of Public Works announced Tuesday, Feb. 1, that Green Earth Matters Inc. in Moloa‘a now accepts pallets for recycling.
State Reports 13 Positive COVID Test Results Among KCCC Inmates
The state Department of Public Safety on Tuesday, Feb. 1, reported 13 positive COVID-19 test results among inmates at Kaua‘i Community Correctional Center in Līhuʻe.
OHA Expands Emergency Financial Assistance Program
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs is beefing up its emergency assistance program for Native Hawaiians.
Lane Closures Scheduled for Sections of Poʻipū Road
The county Department of Public Works and Hirata & Associates announced Tuesday, Feb. 1, upcoming lane closures for sections of Poʻipū Road.
DOH Provides New Hotline for COVID Questions
What should I do if I test positive for COVID-19? What should I do if I have been in close contact with someone who tested positive? Who can get a booster shot?
County Internet Down Due to Network and Server Outage
A mechanical issue overnight resulted in the outage of the county’s server and network.
Kaua‘i Sees 98 New Infections Feb. 1
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced 98 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, Feb. 1.
1,068 New Cases Reported Tuesday
The state Department of Health reported 1,068 new COVID-19 cases Tuesday, bringing the statewide total to 220,356. No new fatalities were reported.
