Kaua‘i News
Hawai´i Man Sentenced For Assaulting Federal Officer
The case was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Honolulu Police Department with assistance from the Department of the Prosecuting Attorney of the City and County of Honolulu.
Anahola Pair Arrested on Burglary Charge
A 34-year-old man and a 32-year-old woman, both of Anahola, were arrested this week on first-degree burglary charges.
DOH Reports 44 New Cases of COVID Friday
The state’s two-week average is 47 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 0.9%.
Statewide Siren Test Set For Next Month
If you hear this siren tone in circumstances other than a test, follow emergency information and instructions provided by official government channels.
Hōkūle‘a Navigators Address Pandemic Fatigue in New PSA
Members of the Polynesian Voyaging Society (PVS) partnered with the Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander (NHPI) Collective to create a statewide public service announcement to address COVID-19 pandemic fatigue.
State Officials Urge Residents to Get Vaccinated Against COVID-19
As of Thursday, May 27, 50% of Kaua‘i residents are fully vaccinated against COVID-19, Mayor Derek SK Kawakami announced in Thursday’s bi-weekly COVID-19 update.
Hawai´i Hits COVID-19 Vaccine Benchmark
To date, more than 1.5 million doses have been administered across all islands.
Water Service Shutdown Scheduled for Anahola Water System 432
A temporary overnight water service shutdown is scheduled for select customers in Anahola, the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL) announced Thursday, May 27.
Hawai‘i Surpasses 36K Cases of COVID-19 Thursday
The state’s two-week average is 49 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.0%.
April Visitor Arrivals Approached 60% of Pre-Pandemic Totals
Prior to the pandemic, Hawai´i experienced record-level visitor expenditures and arrivals in 2019, as well as in the first two months of 2020.
HIDOE Grab-and-Go Summer Meals Start in June
The Grab-and-Go meal service at Hawaii’s schools begins June 4 and runs until July 19.
Hawai´i’s Tourism Industry Rebounding Faster Than Expected
The tourism bounce back in Hawai´i is outpacing what industry professionals expected.
COVID Variants Now Dominate New Hawai‘i Infections
SLD reports a growing presence of the P.1 variant, among others, which is highly infectious and may be more resistant to antibodies.
Hawai‘i Approaches 36K COVID Cases
The state’s two-week average is 50 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.0%.
Overnight Water Service Shutdown Scheduled in Hanapēpē
An overnight water service shutdown is scheduled for a portion of Hanapēpē Road, from Hana Road to Kona Road in Hanapēpē in June.
Concrete Work Calls for Full Closure to Portion of Kaumuali‘i Highway
A full closure of Kaumuali‘i Highway (Route 50) is scheduled between Hana and Puolo Roads for concrete work on the Hanapēpē River Bridge.
County Officials Offer Safety Guidance Ahead of 2021 Hurricane Season
The hurricane season in the central Pacific region, which includes Hawai’i, starts on June 1 and runs through Nov. 30.
Ige Grants Mayor’s Request to Amend Tier Guidelines
Gov. David Ige approved Kaua‘i County’s request to amend its tier guidelines for COVID-19, further loosening restrictions.
Governor Repeals Outdoor Mask Mandate
Governor David Ige on Tuesday lifted all mask requirements for outdoor activities, effective immediately.
1 New COVID Case Reported on Kaua‘i
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported one new case of COVID-19 on Tuesday, May 25.
