Kaua‘i News
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.
Hawai´i Students Back to Full In-Person Learning This Fall, DOE Says
A return to regular activities will also include extracurriculars, such as sports and music.
Three New COVID Cases Reported on Kaua´i Tuesday
The state’s two-week average is 78 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.6%.
Portions of Road Closed in Hanalei Due to Damaged Water Line
A recently damaged water line in Hanalei has shut down portions of road for about two hours.
3 New COVID Cases Reported Monday on Kaua‘i
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported three new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, May 17.
Loop Road Has Re-Opened After Years of Closure
The road, better known as “Loop Road” has been closed following flood damage in 2018.
Free Commercial Lease Tenant Seminar This Week
Many commercial tenants are struggling amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
County Announces Water Service Shutdown
The water service shutdown is necessary in order to allow DOW to install a main line valve in the area.
Hawaii Reports 83 New Cases of COVID Monday
The state’s two-week average is 78 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.6%.
UH to Require Student Vaccinations for Campus Return
Unvaccinated UH students will still be welcome and may enroll in online courses.
Hawaii Coffee Assoc. Presents 2021 Virtual Conference
Find the official rules and required entry form for the Cupping Competition at https://hawaiicoffeeassoc.org/event-4242154.
Honoka‘a Western Week Approaches
There is an online costume contest open to all, so women, men, keiki, families, even pets are encouraged to dress up in their best paniolo duds.
One New Death Reported
The state’s two-week average is 69 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.5%.
Disaster Declaration Approved for March Severe Weather
Statewide Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HGMP) funds will be released to help the state take action to prevent or reduce long-term risk to life and property from natural hazards in the future.
Kaua‘i Business Community Welcomes Back Travelers
The Kaua‘i business community is welcoming back travelers with expanded outdoor activities, luxury accommodations and upcoming events after more than a year of required quarantine due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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 Saturday, May 15.
DOH Reports 105 New COVID Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 105 new cases of coronavirus Saturday. The statewide total is now 33,637.
WiFi Access Now Available at County Neighborhood Centers
New public access to WiFi service is now available at all county neighborhood centers.
Garden Island Weekly Lane Closures: May 15-21
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announced weekly lane closures for May 15-21.
Hawai‘i Daily COVID Averages on Decline
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 83 new cases of coronavirus Friday.
