Kaua‘i News
Regular Access Continues on Kūhiō Highway by Hanalei Hill
A regular schedule continues to be in place for public access on Kūhiō Highway by Hanalei Hill after a landslide a few weeks ago.
Hawaiian Monk Seal Injured in Suspected Dog Attack Returns to Wild
Two endangered Hawaiian monk seals were released back to Kaua‘i and O‘ahu after rehabilitation at Ke Kai Ola Marine Mammal Center on the Big Island.
Triple-Digit COVID Cases Statewide The Norm Over Previous Week
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 100 new cases of coronavirus Wednesday, raising the statewide total to 29,681.
2 Kaua‘i Residents Test Positive After Inter-island Travel
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported two new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, March 31.
COVID Vaccine Eligibility to Expand on Neighbor Islands
The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) is asking its District Health Offices on the neighbor islands to expand vaccine eligibility as needed to ensure all available vaccination slots are filled.
Partial lane closure on Kūhiō Highway near Wailua Bridge Due to Emergency Mainline Repairs
Motorists are advised of a partial lane closure on Kūhiō Highway; near the intersection of Kuamo’o Road and the Wailua Bridge due to a mainline break.
Daily COVID Cases Drop Below 100 Tuesday, But Two Week Average Still on Rise
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 71 new cases of coronavirus Tuesday, raising the statewide total to 29,581.
Restriping Work Scheduled for Various Areas on Kaumuali‘i Highway
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation will be doing pavement marking on Kaumuali‘i Highway between Halewili Road in Kalaheo and Waialo Road in ‘Ele‘ele.
$165 Million in CIP Funds Released
Gov. David Ige announced the release of more than $165 million for capital improvement projects (CIP) to fund critical public infrastructure projects.
Flash Flood Watch in Effect Till 6 p.m.
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flash Flood Watch for Kaua‘i until 6 p.m.
COVID Spike Continues as Hawai‘i Registers Triple-Digit Cases Again Monday
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 103 new cases of coronavirus Monday, raising the statewide total to 29,511.
UPDATE: Flash Flood Warning Issued For Kaua´i County
This warning may need to be extended if flooding persists.
Hawai´i Vaccine Eligibility Expands to Ages 60 and Older
All Hawai´i residents 60 years of age and older are eligible to register for COVID-19 vaccinations beginning today.
Fourth Day of Triple Digit Cases
The state’s two-week average is 83 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.6%.
Summer Camp for Youth of Wounded Warriors
They will have the rare opportunity to use Hawaiian studies and practices to learn about sustainability through a focus on ʻāina a me kai (land and sea) as well as mālama ponoʻī (self-care).
Hawaii Reports Over 100 New Cases of COVID-19 For Third Straight Day
The state’s two-week average is 83 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.6%.
10 Hawaiʻi Airports to Receive Federal Funding
Ten airports across Hawaiʻi’s Second Congressional District will receive $26,795,585 from the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Rescue Teams Save Overboard Mariner
Coast Guard and Navy crews have rescued a person who was missing at sea.
Merrie Monarch Festival Moves Forward
The development of rigorous safety guidelines and a television broadcast plan will allow for the safe return of the Merrie Monarch Festival after it was canceled last year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
