Kaua‘i News
Drape Mesh Install to Temporary Close Portion of Kuhio Highway
A temporary full closure on Kuhio Highway near the Kalihiwai Bridge starts Feb. 2.
Viewer Photo: Chasing Rainbows in Hanapepe
A Poipū man captured rainbows arching over Hanapepe while spending Saturday at Salt Pond Beach Park.
New COVID-19 Variant Identified in Hawai‘i
This strain of COVID-19 was first detected in Denmark in March 2020.
State Says COVID Death Toll in 2020 Underreported by Dozens
Hawai‘i has linked 60 new deaths over the past year with COVID-19 complications.
Daily COVID Numbers Consistent as State Turns Corner on 25K Infections
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 123 new cases of coronavirus Monday.
DOH Reports 153 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 153 new cases of coronavirus Sunday, raising the statewide total to 25,154.
Kaua‘i Weekly Lane Closures: Jan. 23-29
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announced lane closures for Jan. 23-29.
Viewer Photo: Kīlauea Lighthouse Between Squalls
Petrina Blakely snapped a picture of the Kīlauea Lighthouse Saturday morning between squalls.
High Surf Advisory Extended Through Sunday
Expect strong breaking waves, shore break, and strong longshore and rip currents making swimming difficult and dangerous.
Kaua‘i Bus Announces Changes to Routes, Services
In an effort to improve service to the public, The Kaua‘i Bus has announced multiple significant changes to its islandwide mainline and shuttle routes.
High Surf Advisory Issued Statewide
A high surf advisory is in effect statewide from 6 a.m. Saturday to 6 a.m. Sunday.
Wind Advisory in Effect Till Sunday Morning
The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory statewide until Sunday morning.
One New Kaua‘i Resident Diagnosed With COVID-19
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported one new case of COVID-19 on Friday, Jan. 22.
Hawai‘i Schools Facing Smaller Budget Cut Than Previously Projected
Federal funds recently allocated to the Department of Education (DOE) will allow for a budget reduction of 2.5% rather than the 10% cut that was initially projected.
Beneficiaries May Now Offer Comment on State Gaming Proposal
DHHL on Thursday opened the public comment period for beneficiaries.
Striping and Pavement Marking Work in Kapa‘a
The Department of Public Works announced that Pacific Preferred Contractors, a subcontractor to Maui Kupono Builders, will conduct striping and pavement marking work for portions of Kapa‘a Jan. 25–29.
Viewer Photo: Humpback Whale Breaches Offshore of Salt Pond Beach Park
Kaua‘i resident Aaron Hamm captured an image of a humpback whale breaching from the Salt Pond Beach Park in Hanapepe.
Three New COVID-related Deaths Thursday
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 119 new cases statewide.
