Kaua‘i News
State Reports Another Day of 100-Plus COVID Cases Friday
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 125 new cases of coronavirus Friday.
Visitor Arrivals Down 70% in February
Visitor arrivals to Hawai´i remained well below pre-pandemic levels in February.
SNAP Replacement Benefits Available Through Early April
A SNAP Replacement Benefit is a replacement of food purchased with SNAP benefits that was destroyed in a household misfortune such as the recent severe weather, flooding, and landslides.
Former JROTC Instructor Faces Federal Charges in Connection to Sexual Exploitation of Former Student
Waimea High School’s former JROTC instructor was taken into federal custody on two counts of sexual exploitation of a child under the age of 18 for the purpose of producing child pornography.
OSB Rescues Six Distressed Swimmers
Ocean Safety Bureau personnel rescued six swimmers in distress off waters near the end of ‘Anini Road on Wednesday.
Eligible Age Bracket For COVID-19 Vaccine Expands Statewide
Kūpuna ages 60 and up will soon be eligible to register for the COVID-19 vaccine across Hawai‘i, the State Department of Health announced Thursday.
Watch: Mayor’s Bi-Weekly COVID-19 Update
Mayor Derek SK Kawakami provides a bi-weekly update on the impacts and updates of COVID-19 in relation Kaua’i County.
DOH Reports 122 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 122 new cases of coronavirus Thursday, raising the statewide total to 29,071.
Visitor Tests Positive for COVID After Inter-island Travel
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported one new case of COVID-19 on Thursday, March 25.
Shelter in Place Camping Permit Program Set to End at Various Beach Parks
The Shelter in Place camping permit program will discontinue at ‘Anini and Anahola beach parks, starting on March 31.
DOH Reports 58 New COVID Cases Wednesday
The state’s two-week average is 74 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.5%.
1,386 Vaccine Doses Compromised on Maui
An estimated 1,386 doses of Pfizer vaccine were compromised and ultimately discarded on Maui after it was discovered that a refrigerator door did not seal properly.
Līhuʿe Man Faces Charges After Theft of Vehicle from Dealership
Līhuʿe man was taken into custody Tuesday, March 23, after reportedly stealing a vehicle from Garden Island Auto Sales.
DOH Reports 41 New COVID Cases Tuesday
The state’s two-week average continues to trend upward and is now 74 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.5%.
Kaua‘i County Issues $28.5 Million in General Obligation Bonds
The Series 2021A bonds will be exempt from Hawai‘i and federal income taxes. The Series 2021B bonds will be federally taxable and exempt from Hawai‘i income taxes.
Flags to Fly Half-Staff in Honor of Colorado Mass Shooting Victims
At the direction of the President of the United States, Gov. David Ige has ordered that the United States flag and the Hawai‘i State flag will be flown at half-staff.
North Shore Lifeguard Hours, Ocean Safety Operations Announced
For up-to-date information about Kaua‘i ocean conditions and ocean safety, speak to a lifeguard, call the Ocean Safety Bureau, or visit the county’s beach safety website.
Keahua Bridge, Parking Lot Closed Through Thursday
Keahua Bridge and parking lot will be closed beginning Monday, March 22 through Thursday, March 25.
Kaua‘i Housing Agency to Offer Training on Current Fair Housing Laws
The theme for this year’s Fair Housing Month is “More than Just Words.”
Gradual Increase in COVID Cases Continues Across Hawai‘i
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 79 new cases of coronavirus Monday, raising the statewide total to 28,851.
