Kaua‘i News
One New COVID-Related Death Reported Friday
The state’s two-week average is 51 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 0.9%.
Kaua‘i Set to Receive $500K in Housing Vouchers
Housing vouchers will be available for more than 700 Hawai‘i individuals and families through additional federal funding.
Kalihiwai Slope Stabilized, Final Inspection Scheduled Next Week
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation will do a final inspection of work as part of the Kalihiwai Slope Stabilization Project off of Kūhiō Highway.
Wailua Golf Course Among Top 30 Best Municipal Golf Courses in America
The County of Kaua‘i’s Wailua Golf Course ranked No. 26 in GOLF’s 30 best municipal courses in America, announced Wednesday, June 9.
Watch: Kawakami Provide Bi-Weekly COVID Update for June 10, 2021
More than half of Hawai‘i residents statewide were administered the COVID-19 vaccine and 61% have received one of two doses of the shot, Mayor Derek SK Kawakami announced in Kaua‘i County’s bi-weekly COVID-19 update Thursday, June 10.
DOH Reports 62 New Cases of COVID
The state’s two-week average is 51 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 0.9%.
2 New COVID Cases Reported on Garden Isle
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported two new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, June 10.
Local Tour Company Starts Shuttle Service for Travelers
A local touring company has stepped up to help alleviate the issue of stranded visitors on Kaua‘i due to a rental car shortage.
Water Conservation Notice Issued to Anahola Homesteaders
The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL) has issued a water conservation notice to customers served by the Anahola Farm Lots PWS No. 432 due to a broken water pump.
2 New COVID Cases Reported on Kaua‘i
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported two new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, June 9.
Kahele Secures $50 Mil to Address Cesspools, Wastewater Systems
Hawai‘i’s freshman congressman secured $50 million to invest in domestic wastewater systems, prioritizing household cesspools – a rampant problem across rural Hawaiʻi.
Taxing Tourists to Protect Oceans a Top Goal of 9 Marine Bills Signed Tuesday
The legislation covers a wide range of ocean issues, including the criminalization of entangling and killing sharks, the creation of revenue through tourism, and better enabling conservation officers to enforce laws.
Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam Resumes Normal Operations
All outbound gates are now open after a lockdown due to a potential security incident at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickman this morning, June 8.
Health Dept. Confirms 33 New COVID Cases
The state’s two-week average is 46 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 0.9%.
Expirations for Driver’s Licenses, Learner’s Permits, State IDs Extended
Due to the ongoing COVID-19 emergency response, Gov. David Ige’s 21st proclamation has extended the validity of all driver’s licenses, learner’s permits and state identification cards for 60 days beyond their expiration date.
Potential Security Incident Closes Gates to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam
A potential security incident closes gates to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam in Honolulu, officials announced this morning.
Road Resurfacing Work Scheduled in Līhu‘e
Road resurfacing work scheduled in Līhu‘e will occur along the entire length of Lala Road, starting next week.
Emergency Water Service Shutdown Scheduled in Kapa‘a
An emergency water service shutdown is scheduled in Kapa‘a for a mainline repair.
Indoor Gathering Sizes, Restaurant Capacity to Increase in Hawai´i Soon
Gov. David Ige on Monday, June 7, set additional vaccination benchmarks for gatherings and restaurants.
