Kauai News
New Site Added to Summer Fun Program
An additional site for the county’s Summer Fun program has been added in Līhu‘e.
New Program to Offer Emergency Rental, Mortgage Assistance
The Kaua‘i County Housing Agency and the Office of the Mayor are implementing a new program that offers emergency rental, mortgage and utility assistance.
County Invites Public to Participate in Updating Emergency Plan
Kaua‘i County’s Emergency Management Agency (KEMA) has invited the public to join in the planning team and Steering Committee as they update the County’s Multi-Hazard Mitigation and Resiliency Plan (MHMRP).
Operating Procedures Changed for Department of Liquor Control
The County of Kaua‘i announced changes in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Department of Liquor Control in order to provide for the health, safety, and welfare of residents in an effort to stem the spread of COVID-19.
New Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death Infections Detected on Multiple Islands
The Department of Land and Natural Resources has confirmed new infections of the fungal disease known as Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death (ROD) across all islands.
DOH Reports 5 New Cases of COVID-19 Overnight
Hawai‘i Department of Health officials reported five new cases of COVID-19 Wednesday, bringing the statewide total to 744.
5 People Displaced After Structure Fire
A structure fire in Wainiha displaced five people earlier this week.
DOH Reports 4 New Cases of COVID-19 Overnight
Hawai‘i Department of Health officials on Tuesday reported four new cases of COVID-19, bringing the statewide total to 740.
Interisland Travel Returns, Not Necessarily Indefinitely
As of today, Hawai‘i’s interisland travel quarantine is a thing of the past, but that doesn’t mean it won’t also be part of the state’s future.
Man Found Dead in Waniniha Home
Authorities are investigating the unattended death of man found in a Waniniha residence over the weekend.
Kaua‘i ‘Ohana Feel Financial, Emotional Strain of Pandemic, Survey Reports
Door-to-door surveys across Kaua‘i County revealed that more than half (57%) of the island’s households have at least one person living in the residence who has lost their job due to the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in economic strain that has affected their mental health.
DOH Reports 8 New Cases of COVID-19 Overnight
A total of 52 new cases have been identified in Hawai‘i over the last five days, as businesses continue to reopen.
EPA Orders Shutdown of 16 Cesspools, Issues Fines
The US Environmental Protection Agency has issued fines and ordered the closure of 16 large capacity cesspools (LLC) discovered at a housing a complex in ‘Ōma‘o and Nukoli‘i Beach Park Comfort Station.
Kaua‘i Road Closures: June 13-19
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announced road and lane closures for the week of June 13-19.
DOFAW to Begin Issuing Hunting Licenses, Stamps
A valid hunting license is required for hunting on public and private lands.
Hawai‘i Reports Double-Digit Coronavirus Cases For Second Straight Day
Seventeen people were identified as positive for COVID-19 Saturday, Hawai‘i’s second consecutive day of double-digit cases of the virus.
Main Break Leaves HHL Lessees Without Water
Water service to 78 lessees on Hawaiian Home Lands in Anahola has been shut off after a main water line was damaged by construction crews.
State Prepared for Inevitable COVID-19 Spike, Officials Say
State officials are not surprised or alarmed by the spike in COVID-19 cases over the past week as they anticipated an increase with the gradual reopening of the economy.
Road Repairs Scheduled in Kapa‘a
Roadwork in the Lucas Tract Subdivision in Kapa‘a is scheduled to start on June 15 and continue throughout the week.
Kaua‘i Weekend Road Closures: June 12-14
Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.
