Kaua‘i News
EPA Approves Fungicide to Fight Coffee Leaf Rust
Hawai‘i coffee growers now have the approval to use a specific fungicide in their efforts to manage and control the spread of coffee leaf rust (CLR).
Safety Map Guide Installed at Queen’s Bath
Officials installed a safety map guide at the gate entry at Queen’s Bath in Princeville.
Bi-Weekly COVID-19 Update: Surge in Cases Under Control, Mayor States
Mayor Derek SK Kawakami is hopeful Kaua‘i will move back to Tier 4 by next week after a COVID-19 outbreak earlier this month.
Shark Sighting Closes Salt Pond Beach
Salt Pond Beach in Hanapēpē is closed to swimming until further notice due to a shark sighting.
Want Unemployment Benefits in Hawaii? You’ll Have to Look For Work
Based on the available data, the state projects that roughly 106,000 claimants throughout the Hawaiian Islands will need to begin searching for work by the end of the month if they want to remain eligible for their benefits.
Hawaii Reports 80 New COVID Cases Thursday
The state’s two-week average is 80 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.5%.
2 New COVID-19 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 Thursday, May 20.
Officials Advise of Dangers Swimming Near Hawaiian Monk Seal and Pup
Officials express safety concerns for beachgoers as a Hawaiian monk seal rests with her 3-week-old pup on O‘ahu’s Kaimana Beach.
Hawai´i Hotels See Meaningful Bounce Back in April
Hawai´i hotel room revenues statewide rose to $237.2 million (+2,210.8%) in April.
Resurfacing Work Scheduled for Road in Kapa‘a
Roadwork is scheduled in Kapa‘a to resurface roads from May 27 to June 2.
3rd Annual Garden Island Boogie Board Classic and the 13th Annual Hubb Keiki Fest Set For July
The Classic is set to take place on July 16-18, 2021, at Prince Kuhio Beach.
Upcoming Hurricane Season Projected to be Less Active
Two to five tropical cyclones are predicted for this year’s Central Pacific hurricane region, officials announced Wednesday.
Sailboat Causing Reef Damage Removed, Impounded
Personnel from three DLNR divisions assisted in removing an unattended, illegally moored, 29-foot sailboat from the South Shore Ocean Recreation Management Area (ORMA) on Kaua‘i.
DOH Reports 73 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 73 new cases of coronavirus Wednesday.
2 New COVID-19 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, May 19.
1 Person Suffers Burns After Kekaha Structure Fire
One person suffered burn injuries after a structure fire in Kekaha.
UH Recognizes KCC Professor and Business Student
Faculty at Kaua‘i Community College were among individuals recognized by the University of Hawai‘i for their innovation and commitment to educating students and work in research.
Draft for Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan Available for Public Review
The draft for the Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan (ISWMP) Update is now available for public review.
Lane Closure Scheduled on Rice Street to Repair Damaged Sewer Manhole
A section of Rice Street will be closed this afternoon to repair a damaged sewer manhole.
Facial Imaging Technology Installed in Hawai‘i’s Airports as Part of Ongoing Effort Against COVID
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) Airports Division has installed facial imaging technology at Hawaii’s five major airports in the state’s continued efforts to detect COVID-19 in the state.
