Kaua‘i News
707 New Cases, No Deaths Reported Statewide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 707 new COVID-19 cases Tuesday, bringing the statewide total to 94,293. No new COVID-related fatalities were reported.
High Surf Advisory Issued for East-Facing Shores
The National Weather Service in Honolulu issued a high surf advisory for east-facing shores through Wednesday, Dec. 22.
Omicron Variant Suspected on Reaching Neighbor Islands
The Hawai‘i Department of Health said on Monday evening it has detected additional COVID-19 cases of the Omicron variant bringing the statewide total of Omicron cases to 50. Forty-nine of the 50 cases are on O‘ahu.
‘Cautiously Optimistic’: Ige’s State Budget Restores Cuts, Adds Resources
Hawai‘i Gov. David Ige laid out his biennial state budget on Monday, Dec. 20, restoring programs and resources that had been stripped away during the last two pandemic years, adding resources in others, and otherwise painting a picture that the worst of the dire COVID-19 economy is in the rear view.
KPD Officers Respond to Several Opioid Overdoses, Recognized for Their Life-Saving Efforts
The Kauaʿi Police Department recognized eight Officers of the Month during December’s Police Commission meeting held via teleconference on Dec. 17.
1 COVID-Related Fatality Reported in Kauaʻi County
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported another fatality and 14 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, Dec. 20.
840 New Cases, No Deaths Statewide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 840 new COVID-19 cases Monnday, bringing the statewide total to 93,586. No new COVID-related fatalities were reported.
Shark Sighting Reported at Po‘ipū Beach
Ocean Safety Bureau officials are advising no swimming at Po‘ipū Beach until further notice due to a shark sighting.
DOH Investigating COVID Cluster Linked to Honolulu Nightclub
The state Department of Health is investigating 30 COVID-19 cases among patrons and employees of The Republik nightclub in Honolulu.
Health Office Announces 10 New COVID Cases Sunday
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported 10 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday.
State Reports 972 New COVID Cases Sunday
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 972 new COVID-19 cases Sunday, bringing the statewide total to 92,746. Two new COVID-related fatalities were reported.
New Federal Funding to Be Used for Road, Bridge Improvements
New federal funding from the recently signed bipartisan infrastructure bill will be allocated to improve the state’s roadways and bridges.
1 COVID Case Confirmed in Latest Jail Tests
Only one Hawai‘i correctional staff tested positive for COVID-19 after the latest round of testing, the Hawai‘i Department of Public Safety said during its latest update on Friday.
16 New Cases on Kaua‘i, all Residents
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health, Kaua‘i District Health Office reported 16 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, Dec. 18.
Kaua‘i Self Help Center Celebrates 10 Years
Commemorating Hawai‘i’s signature initiative to improve access to justice for all, members of the Garden Island legal community celebrated the Kaua‘i Self-Help Center’s 10th anniversary.
COVID Case Surge Continues Statewide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 707 new COVID-19 cases Saturday, bringing the statewide total to 91,774. Three new COVID-related fatalities were reported.
Kaua‘i Road Closures: Dec. 18-24
The following list is for lane closures on Kaua‘i for the week of Dec. 18-24.
County Announces Christmas Closures
In observance of the Christmas holiday, county offices will be closed Friday, Dec. 24. Regular business hours will resume Dec. 27.
Partial Lane Closures Planned on Portion of Po‘ipū Road
A change in traffic flow is expected on part of Po‘ipū Road near Kōloa Elementary School because of construction work.
Omicron Variant at Heart of Hawaiʻi’s Latest COVID ‘Surge,’ Officials Say
Hawaiʻi officials urged people to take extra precautions as the state grapples with a staggering surge in COVID-19 cases right before the holidays, a time of year families and friends come together in large groups.
