Kaua‘i News
4 New COVID Cases Reported on Kaua‘i
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported four new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, May 7.
Gov. Ige Approves Kawakami’s Request to Move to More Restrictive COVID Guidelines
Gov. David Ige approved Kaua‘i Mayor Derek SK Kawakami’s updated Business & Recreation Guidelines tier chart, and the county’s move to Tier 3 on Thursday, May 6.
Governor, Lawmakers Approve PVS Specialty License Plate
Gov. David Ige signed into law legislation allowing the Polynesian Voyaging Society (PVS) to create and sell commemorative license plates to support its continuing mission to promote Mālama Honua.
Broadband Benefit Will Offer Cash Grants to Connect Hawai´i Families to Internet
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the entire has world embraced the capacity of the virtual to accomplish tasks normally completed in-person.
Kawakami’s Bi-Weekly COVID-19 Report: May 6, 2021
Starting today, May 6, Kaua‘i has moved to tier 3 of its COVID-19 safety protocols for the island due to the significant increase in case counts.
Community Votes Sought for Waimea 400 Student Design Challenge Projects
The community is invited to vote for their favorite student design projects in the Waimea 400 Student Design Challenge, from May 6 to 14.
COVID Cases Double Overnight to 128 Thursday
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 128 new cases of coronavirus on Thursday
Kaua‘i Community College to Hold Drive-Through Graduation
University of Hawai‘i campuses across the state will host drive-through and Zoom graduations the second year in a row as concerns of the COVID-19 pandemic remain ongoing.
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 Thursday, May 6.
6 New COVID-19 Cases Identified on Garden Island
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported six new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, May 5.
No COVID-19 Cases Identified Among KCCC Inmates
COVID-19 testing is ongoing at Kaua‘i Community Correctional Center following reports of a positive case identified among KCCC staff.
Former MPD Officer Pleads Guilty to Fraud
Saffeels faces a maximum penalty of 20 years imprisonment and a fine of not more than $250,000 as to each of the seven counts when he is sentenced.
DOH Recalls Food Items Over Concern of Serious Illness
The Hawai‘i Department of Health has issued a product recall based on possible contamination.
DOH Identifies 64 New COVID Cases in Hawai‘i
The state’s two-week average is 93 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.7%.
Back-to-School Immunizations Required for Incoming 7th Graders
The Department of Health is encouraging parents of incoming seventh graders to schedule back-to-school vaccinations and physical examinations.
KPD Warns Public of Rising Number of Scams Targeting Kūpuna
Kauaʿi police are warning the public that there is a rising number of scams targeting kūpuna.
Flash Flood Watch Issued for Parts of Kaua‘i
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a flash flood watch for north and east Kaua‘i from Thursday evening through late Friday night.
Kaua‘i County to Move to Tier 3 After Spike in COVID-19 Cases
The County of Kaua‘i will move into Tier 3 of its Kaua‘i Business & Recreation Guidelines Thursday, May 6, based on the average new daily cases for the past two weeks.
6 New COVID-19 Cases Reported on Garden Island
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported six new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, May 4.
DOH Reports 80 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 80 new cases of coronavirus on Tuesday.
