Kaua‘i News
Lane Closures Scheduled Starting Next Week on Poipu Road
Sections of Poipu Road will be under short lane closures starting Jan. 31 for work to improve pedestrian access to the nearby school.
DOH Reports 2,380 New COVID Cases Statewide
The state Department of Health reported 2,380 new COVID-19 cases Thursday, bringing the statewide total to 211,267.
6 Inmates, 3 Staff at KCCC Test Positive for COVID
The state Department of Public Safety reported Wednesday that six inmates and three staff members at Kaua‘i Community Correctional Center in Līhu‘e have tested positive for COVID-19.
Nonprofit Fulfills Vision Supporting Hawaiian Business on Homestead Lands
Anahola Cafe opened at the end of October 2021. It’s led by the Homestead Community Development Corporation, a Native Hawaiian nonprofit dedicated to creating jobs and affordable housing on or near Hawaiian Home Lands, and a handful of Anahola residents.
Ige Keeps Current COVID Rules in Place
This emergency proclamation will remain in effect through March 25, unless terminated or superseded by a separate proclamation.
Distribution of Home COVID Tests in Kapa‘a Moved in Anticipation of Large Turnout
Because of the anticipated large turnout, the distribution of home COVID test kits slated for Thursday, Jan. 27, in Kapa‘a has been moved to a different venue.
Coast Guard Spill Response Plan Tested in Nawiliwili Harbor
The Coast Guard’s Geographic Response Strategy is a plan for spills in marine environments at deep-water commercial and small boat harbors.
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159 New COVID Cases Confirmed on Kaua‘i
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced 159 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, Jan. 26.
DOH Reports 2,050 New COVID Cases Statewide
The state Department of Health reported 2,050 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, bringing the statewide total to 208,887.
DPS: 2 Inmates, 2 Staff Members at KCCC Test Positive for COVID
COVID-19 testing is continuously being conducted in the state’s prisons and jails as well as in the contracted Saguaro Correctional Center in Eloy, Ariz.
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Wilcox Medical Center Blesses New Generators
These new generators will increase Wilcox’s power capacity to provide uninterrupted electrical energy in the event of an emergency.
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Second Installment of 2021-22 Real Property Taxes Due Next Month
County officials are reminding Kaua‘i property owners that the second installment of real property taxes for the 2021-22 tax year are due Tuesday, Feb. 22.
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Menehune Road Reopens to All Traffic
Because rock scaling work has been completed, Menehune Road in Waimea reopened to all traffic on Tuesday, Jan. 25.
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Lane Closures Planned Along Portions of Ōma‘o Road
Ōma‘o Road will be closed at Kōloa Road to all northbound traffic. Only southbound traffic from Kaumuali‘i Highway will be allowed through the work zone.
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186 New Cases Reported on Garden Isle
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced 186 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, Jan. 25.
High Levels of Bacteria Detected in Lydgate Park Waters
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health is retesting Lydgate Park waters after high levels of bacteria were detected this morning, Jan. 25, during routine beach monitoring.
Hawai‘i Hotel Revenues Continue to Close in on Pre-Pandemic Levels
Hawai‘i hotels statewide reported substantially higher revenue per available room, average daily rate, and occupancy in December 2021 compared to December 2020 when the state’s quarantine order for travelers due to the COVID-19 pandemic resulted in dramatic declines for the hotel industry, according to data provided by the Hawaii Tourism Authority.
Water Service Shut Down in Wailua Homesteads
Water service was turned off in Wailua Homesteads as the Department of Water conducts water line repairs.
Road Resurfacing Scheduled Along Ala Kalanikaumaka
The Department of Public Works and its contractor Maui Kupuno Builders announce preparation and road resurfacing work along Ala Kalanikaumaka are scheduled in Koloa
1,904 New Cases Reported Statewide Tuesday
The state Department of Health reported 1,904 new COVID-19 cases Tuesday, bringing the statewide total to 206,837. No new fatalities were reported.
