Kaua‘i News
1 New COVID-19 Case Reported on Garden Island
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported one new case of COVID-19 on Friday, May 14.
Portion of Rice Street Shut Down After Water Main Break
The Department of Water (DOW) announces an emergency water service shutdown on a portion of Rice Street to conduct repairs to a mainline break.
Kapa’a Eatery Reopens After Mask Violations
Olympic Café’s food permit has been reinstated after it was issued a red placard earlier this week on May 10.
Full Closure Scheduled on Kaumuali‘i Highway for Bridge Work
A full closure of Kaumuali‘i Highway (Route 50) between Hana Road and Puolo Road is scheduled next week for concrete work on the Hanapēpē River Bridge.
Single-Lane Access Schedule for Hanalei Bridge
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation updated its schedule for single-lane public access to Kūhiō Highway (Route 560) on the north shore of Kaua‘i at mile marker 1 approaching Hanalei Bridge (Hanalei Hill).
Bi-Weekly COVID-19 Report: May 13, 2021
Dr. Janet Berreman, Kauai‘’s District Health Officer, provided an update on cases for Mayor Derek SK Kawakami’s bi-weekly COVID report on Thursday, May 13.
Masks to Remain Mandatory in Hawai´i Indefinitely
Hawai´i’s coronavirus restrictions aren’t going anywhere just yet.
Schatz Urges Ige to Lift Restrictions on Youth Sports, Permitting Surf and Regatta Competitions
US Sen. Brian Schatz has called on Gov. David Ige to lift restrictions on youth sporting events, including allowing parents and guardians to cheer on their athletes in person and permitting surf competitions and regattas to resume while adhering to CDC guidelines.
COVID-19 Vaccine Now Available to 12-Year-Olds
The County of Kaua‘i announced that vaccine appointments are available to residents aged 12 and older beginning today, May 13, 2021.
Millions in Education Grants Available For Hawaii Schools
The federal government provided GEER funds to all 50 states, giving governors the opportunity to rethink their approach to education during the pandemic and to ensure the continuation of learning.
3 Kaua‘i Residents Test Positive for COVID-19
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported three new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, May 12.
Survey Work at Kekaha Burial Site Scheduled
Final surveying at the Kekaha Burial Site for fence repair is scheduled for Thursday, May 13.
Statewide COVID Cases Drop Below 50 Wednesday
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 47 new cases of coronavirus on Wednesday.
Temporary Increase of WIC Cash Value Benefits
The Hawaiʻi Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program will increase their cash value benefit (CVB) to $35 for first-use dates of June, July, August and September.
Lane closures scheduled for Portions of Wailua, Kapa‘a
The Department of Public Works announces that portions Kapa‘a will be closed next week to allow Maui Kupono Builders to conduct road resurfacing work on weekdays.
2021 Outstanding Older Americans Recognized at Drive-Thru Ceremony
The Agency on Elderly Affairs held a drive-thru ceremony on May 6 at the Līhu‘e Civic Center, recognizing this year’s Outstanding Older Americans.
Daily Kaua‘i COVID Case Counts Appear to be Leveling Off
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 64 new cases of coronavirus on Tuesday.
Colt Brennan, Former Hawai´i Football Standout, Dead at 37
Brennan passed in the early morning hours of Tuesday, May 11, at a hospital in Newport Beach California.
