Kaua‘i News
Bovine Tuberculosis Detected in Hawai`i For First Time in 25 Years
This is the first detection of the disease in a cattle herd in Hawai`i since an outbreak of bTB on Moloka`i 25 years ago.
Kaua‘i Lane Closures: July 10-16
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announced road and lane closures for July 10-16. Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice.
No New COVID-19 Cases Reported on Kaua‘i
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reports no new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, July 9.
Hawaiʻi Opening Travel to S. Korea, Philippines Next Week
Beginning next Thursday, July 15, travel will reopen to two major Asian markets through a coronavirus pre-testing program.
COVID Numbers Outpacing Recent Averages Significantly Over Last Several Days
The state’s two-week average is 45 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 2.0%.
Permitting to Reopen for Limited Park Pavilions
The Department of Parks and Recreation will reopen permitting for some county park pavilions starting Monday, July 12.
7 Kaua‘i Residents Test Positive for COVID-19
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported seven new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, July 8.
Big Island Cases Trending Upward Mid-Week
The state’s two-week average is 46 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 2.1%.
Hawai´i Rolls Back Gathering, Travel Restrictions Thursday
The State of Hawai´i has officially rolled back several of its coronavirus-based travel and gathering restrictions as of Thursday morning, July 8.
COVID Emergency Extension for Expired Driver’s License Ends Aug. 6
The emergency extension related to COVID-19 for driver’s licenses, non-CDL permits, and state IDs which expired on or after March 16, 2020, ends Aug. 6, 2021.
Watch: Kaua‘i Health Officials Continue to Address COVID Clusters
Two COVID-19 clusters have been identified this month, one at a place of worship and the other in a shelter, officials reported during a county briefing Wednesday, July 7.
Kaua‘i Rainfall Totals for June 2021
June rainfall totals across Kaua‘i were mostly near to below average, according to the National Weather Service monthly rain summary report.
Pop-Up COVID-19 Clinics Scheduled Countywide
More free COVID-19 pop-up clinics have been scheduled throughout Kaua‘i County.
Maui Petroglyphs Damaged in Paintball Attack
Authorities are seeking the public’s help in identifying the individual(s) responsible for vandalizing Hawaiian petroglyphs in Maui’s Olowalu Valley.
DOH Reports 39 New COVID Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 39 new cases of coronavirus statewide Wednesday, bringing the overall total to 38,121. No new COVID-related deaths were reported.
8 Kaua‘i Residents Test Positive for COVID-19
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported eight new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, July 7.
First Responders Rescue Hiker, Swimmers
Kaua‘i Fire Department responded to two separate rescue incidents, Tuesday, July 7, one in Kōke‘e and the other in Po‘ipū.
Salt Pond Beach Park Closed Through Friday
Salt Pond Beach Park will be closed to the public through Friday, July 9, to allow the Department of Parks and Recreation to conduct initial site cleanup, grounds maintenance, and facility repairs in the area.
County Accepting Applications for New Affordable Housing Development in Līhu‘e
Applications are not being accepted for the county’s newest affordable housing development in Līhu‘e.
Resort Bubble Program Set to End Thursday
The resort bubble program is set to end as Kauai moves into Tier 5 of its COVID-19 restrictions, which will go into effect Thursday, July 8.
