Kaua‘i News
Senate Confirms Six Judicial Appointments
Of the filled positions, 47% of state court judges are female and 53% are male.
Moderna Booster For Eligible Populations
Per guidance from the CDC, patients will be asked to self-attest to their eligibility as defined by the eligibility guidelines, to help reduce barriers to access for these select populations.
152 New Cases
A total of 4,741 individuals have been hospitalized as a result of COVID-19 infection since the pandemic began, while at least 916 have died.
Lane Closure Scheduled on Kūhiʻō Highway for Ditch Cleaning
A lane closure is scheduled on Kūhiʻō Highway for ditch cleaning starting Monday, Nov. 1.
High Surf Advisory Issued for Multiple Hawaiian Islands
Expect strong breaking waves, shore break, and strong longshore and rip currents making swimming difficult and dangerous.
Hawaiʻi Eclipses 900 Total COVID-Related Deaths, With 10 Reported Saturday
The state’s seven-day average is now 119 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 2%.
Multiple Brush Fires Extinguished in Anahola
Kaua‘i firefighters extinguished multiple brush fires that broke out in a 40-acre area in Anahola Wednesday, Oct. 27.
Track Your Ballot in the Upcoming Special Election
The Elections Division of the Office of the County Clerk and the State Office of Elections are partnering with a Colorado company to offer voters a free and secure way to track their ballots.
6 Mariners Rescued After Vessel Runs Aground Off Maui Waters
Six mariners were rescued after their vessel ran aground approximately a half-mile off Oluwalu in Maui.
13 New COVID Cases Confirmed on Kaua‘i
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported 13 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, Oct. 29.
155 New COVID Cases Reported Statewide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 155 new COVID-19 cases Friday, bringing the statewide total to 83,987.
Motorists Advised of Weight Restriction on Koʻolau Road
Officials put a weight restriction of 12 tons on Koʻolau Road as it’s used as a detour during a paving project in Kīlauea.
Upcoming Road Closure Scheduled in Kapaʻa
A portion of Mailihuna Road will be closed next week for waterline, drain line and sidewalk construction.
Upcoming Roadwork Scheduled on Kōloa Road
Partial lane closures on multiple sections of Kōloa Road are scheduled to start next week for punch list items and shoulder work.
KFD Blesses in Brush Fire Truck at Kapa‘a Station
Kaua‘i Fire Department blessed a new fire brush fire truck at the Kapa‘a fire station, Thursday, Oct. 28.
Hawaiʻi DOH Slams US Navy With $325K in Fines Over Environmental Violations
The violations consist of five counts with a total penalty in the amount of $325,182.
15 New COVID Cases Reported on the Garden Isle
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported 15 new cases on Thursday, Oct. 28.
Large Ocean Swells Anticipated in Upcoming Days
With large ocean swells anticipated this weekend and next week, beachgoers are advised to be cautious while in the water.
