Kaua‘i News
Multiple sections of Kōloa Road Scheduled for Lane Closures
Multiple sections of Kōloa Road are scheduled for lane closures from April 12 to April 16.
Hawaii COVID Cases Jump by Nearly 50 From Wednesday Total
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 122 new cases of coronavirus Thursday, raising the statewide total to 30,485.
Driver’s Licensing Division Now Accepting Credit, Debit Card Transactions
The Department of Finance is now accepting credit and debit card payments at the Driver’s Licensing Division.
1 New COVID-19 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 Wednesday, April 7.
Statewide COVID Totals Slowly Receding in Recent Days
The state’s two-week average is 93 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.7%.
COVID Rental, Utility Assistance Program Open in May
Eligible assistance can be used to pay for future rent, rental arrears, and utilities in arrears during the program period of March 2020 through December 2021.
Temporary Full Closures on Kūhiō Highway Scheduled Near Waikoko for Slope Stabilization
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) will temporarily close both lanes of Kūhiō Highway in Waikoko between mile markers 4.37 and 4.45 for slope stabilization starting next week.
Hawai‘i’s Top Court in Favor of Ending Emergency COVID Orders Related to Release of Certain Inmates
Four of the five Hawai‘i Supreme Court justices are in favor of ending emergency safety rules that allow for the release of specific inmates from jails and prisons statewide due to COVID-19 concerns and overcrowding.
2 COVID Cases Identified in Resort Bubble Post-Travel Test
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported two new cases of COVID-19.
COVID-19 Numbers Recede Noticeably For First Time in More Than Two Weeks
The state’s two-week average is 95 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.8%.
Real Property Taxes Due April 23
County officials remind Kaua‘i property owners that the extended deadline for the second installment of real property taxes for the 2020-21 tax year is due Friday, April 23.
Health Insurance Savings Available as Special Enrollment Period Extended
Consumers will save, on average, $50 per person per month and $85 per policy per month, according to a state press release.
Temporary Water Shutoff Scheduled in Hawaiian Homestead Lots in Anahola
A temporary water shutoff to Hawaiian homestead lots in Anahola is scheduled for April 7-8 to connect a new water main.
High Surf Advisory Extended on Kaua‘i
A high surf advisory has been extended for east-facing Kaua‘i shores until 6 p.m. Thursday.
Vaccine Passport Pilot Programs in Development
Hawai´i still has designs on a vaccine passport program, but its arrival in May is looking less and less likely.
High Surf Advisory in Effect For Kaua´i Through Wednesday
Beachgoers, swimmers, and surfers should heed all advice given by ocean safety officials and exercise caution.
Man Dies of Apparent Drowning Off Hanakāpī‘ai Beach
According to a preliminary report, a call was made to police dispatch around 4:20 pm that indicated that three swimmers were in distress.
Kaua´i Again Part of Safe Travels Program as of Monday
Kaua´i had initially enlisted with all other Hawai´i counties as part of the program when it launched in October.
DOH Identifies 95 New COVID Cases Monday, as Statewide Numbers Hover Near Triple-Digits Daily
The state’s two-week average is 97 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.8%.
Hawaii Youth Symphony to Offer Small In-Person and Online Classes
To enroll and learn more about PMI’s opportunities for every student this summer, you may visit: www.pacificmusichi.org
