Kaua‘i News
Council Moves Forward With Visitor Parking Fees at Popular Beach Parks
Kauaʻi County continues to move closer to a parking fee structure for non-residents at beach parks.
3,392 New Cases, 4 Deaths Reported Thursday
The state Department of Health reported 3,392 new COVID-19 cases Thursday, bringing the statewide total to 156,932. Four new fatalities were reported.
County’s Testing Center, Mobile Testing Van Implements Ticketing System
COVID-19 testing centers on Kaua‘i are currently experiencing high demand and limited supplies. However, not everyone needs to have a PCR test.
Menehune Road Remains Closed as Work Continues to Stabilize Slope Above
A road blocked by a rockslide that cut off a Waimea community earlier this month will remain closed for roughly three weeks as crews work to stabilize the slope above.
Lane Closures Planned for Mailihuna Road
The county Department of Public Works and Grace Pacific LLC. announced Wednesday that a portion of Mailihuna Road near Kolohala and Kawaihau roads will be closed from 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Jan. 18-21.
High Surf Advisory Extended
A high surf advisory is now in effect for north- and west-facing shores of Kaua’i and Ni’ihau until 6 a.m. Friday, replacing a previous high surf warning.
Kaua‘i District Health Office Announces 197 New COVID Cases Wednesday
The state Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced 197 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday.
Lane Closures Planned for Portions of Ōma‘o Road
Road repaving work on Ōma‘o Road will require lane closures on portions of the roadway next week.
Over 3,500 New COVID Cases Reported Statewide
The state Department of Health reported 3,512 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, bringing the statewide total to 153,540.
County Liquor Control Managers Certification Course, Exam Moves Online
The Department of Liquor Control has opted to begin offering the managers certification course and exam online only due to the spike in COVID cases on the island.
Update: Next Food Distribution for Stranded Residents Friday
Officials announced a number of updates for the Waimea community affected by the rockslide that occurred on Menehune Road on Jan. 4.
HIDOE Aligns With CDC Guidelines, Shortening Isolation and Quarantine Periods for COVID-19
COVID-19 Isolation and quarantine times for students and staff within Hawaiʻi public schools was reduced to five days for those who meet certain conditions, state officials announced Tuesday, Jan. 11.
243 New Cases Reported on Kaua‘i
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced 243 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, Jan. 11.
Daily Demand Causing Testing Sites to Hit Capacity Quickly
High demand for COVID-19 tests during the state’s current case surge has caused County of Kaua‘i testing sites to hit their caps quickly of late.
2,929 New Cases Reported Tuesday
The state Department of Health reported 2,929 new COVID-19 cases Tuesday, bringing the statewide total to 150,028. No new fatalities were reported.
NOAA: One of the Wettest Decembers in Half Century
It was one of the wettest Decembers in the last 50 years, with some areas on the Garden Isle receiving more than 200% of their average.
Lane Closures on ‘Akuli Street, Hanamāʻulu Road Scheduled Through Jan. 21
Sections of ‘Akuli Street and Hanamāʻulu Road will be under short lane closures on weekdays through Jan. 21, the Department of Public Works and Goodfellow Bros. LLC. stated.
High Surf Warning Extended for Kauaʻi and Niʻihau
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a high surf warning till 6 a.m. Wednesday for north- and west-facing shores on Kauaʻi and Niʻihau.
Update: Menehune Road Closed 3 Weeks; Emergency Road Opened
Menehune Road is expected to remain fully closed for roughly three weeks, until the slope above the roadway can be stabilized and is deemed safe for daily passing. Contractors will continue to work seven days a week, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., until the slope is stabilized.
Watch: Kawakami Provides COVID-19 Update
Kauaʻi County records its highest seven-day case average of 164 COVID cases per day since the onset of the pandemic nearly two years ago.
