Kaua‘i News
DOH Reminds Public to Celebrate Holidays Safely
The state Department of Health wishes everyone a joyous holiday season and reminds everyone to celebrate safely.
Schatz Urges Public, Private Schools to Adopt Test-to-Stay Guidance
To avoid lost learning days, a state lawmaker is urging the Hawaiʻi schools to take on guidance that would allow students who have tested negative for COVID-19 to stay in school despite a confirmed exposure to the virus.
Nearly 1K New COVID Cases Reported Statewide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 961 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, bringing the statewide total to 95,254.
High Surf Advisory Extended on Kauaʻi
The National Weather Service in Honolulu extended on the Garden Isle high surf advisory till 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 23.
FDA Authorizes Pfizer Pill as Home Treatment for COVID-19
U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday issued an emergency use authorization for the first pill against COVID-19.
Hanapēpē Transfer Station Not Accepting Trash at This Time
Due to electrical issues, trash will not be accepted at the Hanapēpē refuse transfer station today, Dec. 22.
Influx of Travelers Expected to Limit Parking at Hawai‘i Airports During Holidays
The state is expecting an influx of holiday travelers and is warning people that parking at the five main airports throughout the islands will be limited.
‘Evil, Despicable Acts’: Officials Plea for Info on Brutal Monk Seal Death
Officials are outraged at the brutal shooting death of a monk seal on Moloka‘i, calling on Tuesday for anybody with information to notify authorities investigating the killing.
17 New COVID Cases Confirmed on Garden Isle
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced 17 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, Dec. 21.
Road Closed Near Lāwa‘i Cannery Due to Downed Tree
Lauoho Road near Lāwa‘i Cannery is closed in the vicinity of Kōloa Road, due to a fallen tree.
Transfer Stations Limited by Conditions Dec. 21
Due to electrical issues, the Hanapēpē refuse transfer station is only green waste, the County of Kaua‘i said in a press release Tuesday, Dec. 21, while green waste is closed in Kapa‘a.
Authorities Seek Information on Monk Seal Shot, Killed on Moloka‘i
Authorities are reaching out to the public for information on the shooting death of a young female Hawaiian monk seal on Molokaʻi in September.
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.
