Kaua‘i News
8 New COVID Cases Confirmed on Kauaʻi
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported eight new cases on Wednesday, Oct. 13.
DOH Reports 127 New COVID Cases Statewide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 127 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, bringing the statewide total to 81,790.
W. Kaua‘i Community Plan Receives 2021 Outstanding Planning Award
The County of Kaua‘i’s West Kauaʻi Community Plan was recently awarded the 2021 Outstanding Planning Award by the Hawai‘i Chapter of the American Planning Association (APA-HI).
Repairs Underway for Boat Ramp Loading Dock at Kukui‘ula Small Boat Harbor
Repairs have begun on the boat ramp loading dock at the Kukui‘ula Small Boat Harbor, officials announced Tuesday, Oct. 12.
9 New COVID Cases Reported on Garden Isle
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported nine new cases on Tuesday, Oct. 12.
DOH Reports Lowest State COVID Totals in Weeks on Monday
The state’s seven-day average is now 162 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 2.7%.
DLNR Issues Cease-and-Desist Order to 2 Wedding Photography Businesses
The Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) issued cease-and-desist orders to two photography businesses that officials say are failing to obtain proper permits to shoot weddings in state parks.
Game Bird Hunting Season Opens in November
A valid hunting license and a game bird stamp are required for all game bird hunting on public and private lands.
DOH Reports 113 New COVID Cases Monday
The state’s seven-day average is now 167 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 2.8%.
High Surf to Remain Throughout Islands Through Mid-Week
Much of Hawaii has seen elevated surf over the last several days, and it isn’t expected to recede anytime soon.
218 New Cases
A total of 4,498 individuals have been hospitalized as a result of COVID-19 infection since the pandemic began, while at least 841 have died.
Construction for Kapaʻa Streets Project to Begin Next Week
About 20 people attended the blessing for the Kawaihau-Hau‘a‘ala-Mailihuna Complete Streets Project in Kapa‘a on Friday, Oct. 8, 2021.
Authorities Seek Help Finding Missing Kōloa Woman
The Kaua‘i Police Department (KPD) is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing Kōloa woman.
10 New Cases Confirmed on Kauaʻi
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported 10 new cases on Saturday, Oct. 9.
Nearly 200 New COVID-19 Cases Reported Statewide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 196 new COVID-19 cases Saturday, bringing the statewide total to 81,283.
HTFG Conference Goes Virtual Due to COVID Surge
Originally scheduled in person this week, the 31st Hawaiʻi International Tropical Fruit Conference pivoted to all-virtual presentations due to the recent surge of COVID-19.
Kauaʻi Weekly Lane Closures: Oct. 9-15
Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation announced weekly road and lane closures for Oct. 9-15.
High Surf Advisory for East-Facing Shores Goes into Effect Saturday Morning
The National Weather Service in Honolulu issued a high surf advisory for east-facing shores of Kauaʻi starting at 6 a.m., Saturday.
10 New COVID Cases Reported on the Garden Isle
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported 10 new cases on Friday, Oct. 8.
Kawakami Looks to Repeal County’s COVID Tier System
Mayor Derek SK Kawakami is awaiting the governorʻs approval for a new emergency rule that would repeal Kauaʻi County’s COVID-19 tier system while maintaining statewide restrictions and guidelines for professionally organized events.
