Kaua‘i News
State: No New COVID Infections Reported Among KCCC Inmates
The state Department of Public Safety on Wednesday, Feb. 2, reported no new COVID-19 infections among inmates at Kaua‘i Community Correctional Center in Līhuʻe.
Portion of Ala Kalanikaumaka Road to Be Closed
The county Department of Public Works and contractor Maui Kupuno Builders on Wednesday, Feb. 2, announced that part of Ala Kalanikaumaka Road will be closed next week.
Lane Closures Scheduled for Portion of Mailihuna Road
A portion of Mailihuna Road in Kapa‘a will be closed from Feb. 7-11 from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
KPD Detective Honored as Officer of the Month for Life-Saving Actions
The Kauaʿi Police Department recognized Investigative Services Bureau Detective Philip Banquel as Officer of the Month during January’s Police Commission meeting held via teleconference on Friday, Jan. 28.
DOH Reports 1,177 New COVID Cases Statewide
The state Department of Health reported 1,177 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, bringing the statewide total to 221,533.
155 New COVID Cases Reported on Kauaʻi
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced 155 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, Feb. 2.
Pallet Recycling Now Available in Moloa‘a
The county Department of Public Works announced Tuesday, Feb. 1, that Green Earth Matters Inc. in Moloa‘a now accepts pallets for recycling.
State Reports 13 Positive COVID Test Results Among KCCC Inmates
The state Department of Public Safety on Tuesday, Feb. 1, reported 13 positive COVID-19 test results among inmates at Kaua‘i Community Correctional Center in Līhuʻe.
OHA Expands Emergency Financial Assistance Program
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs is beefing up its emergency assistance program for Native Hawaiians.
Lane Closures Scheduled for Sections of Poʻipū Road
The county Department of Public Works and Hirata & Associates announced Tuesday, Feb. 1, upcoming lane closures for sections of Poʻipū Road.
DOH Provides New Hotline for COVID Questions
What should I do if I test positive for COVID-19? What should I do if I have been in close contact with someone who tested positive? Who can get a booster shot?
County Internet Down Due to Network and Server Outage
A mechanical issue overnight resulted in the outage of the county’s server and network.
Kaua‘i Sees 98 New Infections Feb. 1
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced 98 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, Feb. 1.
1,068 New Cases Reported Tuesday
The state Department of Health reported 1,068 new COVID-19 cases Tuesday, bringing the statewide total to 220,356. No new fatalities were reported.
High Surf Warning Issued for Kauaʻi, Niʻihau
The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Warning for all north- and west-facing shores of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau that is currently in effect through 6 a.m. Wednesday.
High Surf Advisory Issued for Kauaʻi, Niʻihau
A high surf advisory is in effect for Kauaʻi and Niʻihau until 6 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 2.
State: 6 Inmates, 1 Staff Member at KCCC Test Positive for COVID
The state Department of Public Safety on Monday reported that six inmates and one staff member at Kaua‘i Community Correctional Center in Līhuʻe have tested positive for COVID-19.
Road Closures Scheduled Above Slope on Menehune Road
Road closures are scheduled this week for the affected area above the slope on Menehune Road in Waimea.
County Briefing: COVID Case Counts Declining But Remain Elevated
Mayor Derek Kawakami on Monday thanked everyone who came out and waited in line last week for free COVID test kits.
Understanding Coral Reef Connectivity Important to Focus Conservation Efforts
Local fisheries and their associated biodiversity benefit from the transfer of larvae between reefs, with some benefitting more than others, prompting recommendations to protect larval connectivity among coral reefs.
