Kaua‘i News
Līhu‘e Woman Pleads Guilty to Fraud in Federal Court
A Līhu‘e woman pleaded guilty to fraud and theft offenses in federal court on Tuesday, July 20.
Overnight Water Service Shutdown Scheduled for Install Work in Hanapēpē
An overnight water service shutdown is scheduled in Hanapēpē next week to install a main line and conduct water line work in the area as part of the Department of Water’s Hanapēpē – Ele’ele Water Systems Improvements Project.
County Reports 10 New Cases
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported 10 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, July 21.
Kitesurfer Rescued off Lumaha‘i Beach
A kitesurfer was rescued off waters at Lumaha‘i Beach on Tuesday, July 20.
Kalāheo Man Dead After Apparent Drowning
A Kalāheo man is dead after an apparent drowning on Tuesday morning while surfing in waters off Poʿipū Beach.
Coffee Leaf Rust Detected on Kaua‘i, Moloka‘i
Coffee leaf rust (CLR) was detected on Kaua‘i and Moloka‘i. The serious coffee plant pathogen has now been found on all major Hawaiian Islands.
New Lane Work on Kūhiō Highway into Princeville Slated to Begin Next Week
Work to create an additional lane on Kūhiō Highway into Princeville is set to begin next week.
7 Residents, 1 Visitor Diagnosed With COVID-19
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported eight new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, July 20.
Viral Spike Continues Across Hawai‘i
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 100 new cases of coronavirus statewide Tuesday.
DOH Warns Consumers of Sunscreen Recall
Five Neutrogena and Aveeno spray-on sunscreens have been voluntarily recalled due to the low levels of benzene detected in some samples of the products.
County Launches ‘Get Around Kaua‘i’ Website
Visitors to Kaua‘i often rely on a rental car as their primary mode of transportation. With the current shortage of rental cars, many visitors are now seeking alternative modes of travel.
County to Close Portion of Weliweli Road For Sewer Work
Dates are subject to change depending on weather and other factors.
Shuttle Program to Limit Visitor Impact Begins at Hāʻena Beach County Park
Plan to limit visitors to Hāʻena County Beach Park now in effect.
Hawai‘i Sees Fifth Straight Day of Triple-Digit Virus Totals
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 132 new cases of coronavirus statewide Monday.
Two Storm Systems Swirling Across Pacific Toward Hawai´i
Two storm systems are creeping across the Pacific Ocean toward the Hawaiian Islands.
6 New Cases Identified
A total of 2,561 individuals have been hospitalized as a result of COVID-19 infection since the pandemic began, while at least 523 have died.
Finance Department Offering Extended Hours Through Aug. 6
For appointments during regular business hours, visit www.kauai.gov/DMV.
Kapa‘a Green Waste Closed for Maintenance Work July 18 to July 20
Customers are requested to take their green waste to the Līhu‘e or Hanalei refuse transfer Station during this maintenance period.
Jupiter’s Moon May Have Conditions for Life
NASA-funded scientists are studying the cumulative effects of small impacts on Europa’s surface as they prepare to explore the distant moon with the Europa Clipper mission and study the possibilities for a future lander mission.
