Kaua‘i News
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.
Emergency Team Rescues Hiker From Ho‘opi‘i Falls
Firefighters responded to a hiker in distress Sunday afternoon at Ho‘opi‘i Falls in Kapa‘a.
Hawai`i Leaders to Discuss Travel, Vaccination Policies With Kūpuna
Kūpuna planning to travel or who have questions about the state’s Safe Travels or COVID-19 vaccination program can register for a free AARP Hawai`i webinar.
Live Venue Grant Funding Available in April
The Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced that the $16 billion program aimed at helping live event businesses impacted by the pandemic will begin accepting applications in April.
False Killer Whale Reveals New Dietary Information
The stomach contents in the recent stranding revealed the importance of a new food item, the pelagic octopus, to false killer whales in Hawaiʻi.
One New Death Reported
No new cases were identified on the Kaua‘i Sunday, according to DOH statistics.
Tax Day Extended Until May
Individual taxpayers do not need to file any forms or call the IRS to qualify for this automatic federal tax filing and payment relief.
DOH Reports 87 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 87 new cases of coronavirus Saturday, raising the statewide total to 28,694.
Kaua‘i Lane Closures: March 20-26
Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.
Windy Weekend in Forecast For Kaua´i
East winds 25 to 30 mph are in the forecast, with localized gusts over 45 mph expected.
Drugs, Illegal Vape Products Seized From Smoke Shops
Drugs and illegal vape products seized from smoke shops resulted in three arrests Thursday, March 17.
COVID Case Identified in ‘Resort Bubble’ Post-Travel Test Program
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported one case of COVID-19 on Friday, March 19.
Daily COVID Numbers Continue to Rise Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 99 new cases of coronavirus Friday, raising the statewide total to 28,608.
Kūhiō Highway to Reopen to Public Access on Saturday
Kūhiō Highway by Hanalei Hill will reopen Saturday, March 20, to public access.
Drugs Found in Kapa‘a Home Yields 3 Arrests
A search warrant on a Kapa‘a residence resulted in three arrests after the discovery of more than 100 grams of heroin.
County Provides Update on COVID-19, Kūhiō Highway
Officials continue recovery efforts for the isolated North Shore community while long-term repairs to the Hanalei Hillside remain ongoing.
Lāwa‘i Stream Flows Protected for Instream Uses
An interim instream flow standard (IIFS) has been established in Lāwa‘i Stream, ensuring continual mauka to makai streamflows.
Flags Ordered to Half-Staff in Wake of Atlanta Killings that Left 8 People Dead
This action is taken to honor the victims of gun violence carried out on March 16 in the Atlanta Metropolitan Area.
Limited Public Access on Kūhiō Highway Anticipated by the Weekend
Officials hope to reopen Kūhiō Highway by Hanalei Hill to limited vehicular public access by Saturday, March 20.
