Kaua‘i News
New Lane Work on Kūhiō Highway into Princeville Slated to Begin Next Week
Work to create an additional lane on Kūhiō Highway into Princeville is set to begin next week.
7 Residents, 1 Visitor Diagnosed With COVID-19
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported eight new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, July 20.
Viral Spike Continues Across Hawai‘i
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 100 new cases of coronavirus statewide Tuesday.
DOH Warns Consumers of Sunscreen Recall
Five Neutrogena and Aveeno spray-on sunscreens have been voluntarily recalled due to the low levels of benzene detected in some samples of the products.
County Launches ‘Get Around Kaua‘i’ Website
Visitors to Kaua‘i often rely on a rental car as their primary mode of transportation. With the current shortage of rental cars, many visitors are now seeking alternative modes of travel.
County to Close Portion of Weliweli Road For Sewer Work
Dates are subject to change depending on weather and other factors.
Shuttle Program to Limit Visitor Impact Begins at Hāʻena Beach County Park
Plan to limit visitors to Hāʻena County Beach Park now in effect.
Hawai‘i Sees Fifth Straight Day of Triple-Digit Virus Totals
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 132 new cases of coronavirus statewide Monday.
Two Storm Systems Swirling Across Pacific Toward Hawai´i
Two storm systems are creeping across the Pacific Ocean toward the Hawaiian Islands.
6 New Cases Identified
A total of 2,561 individuals have been hospitalized as a result of COVID-19 infection since the pandemic began, while at least 523 have died.
Finance Department Offering Extended Hours Through Aug. 6
For appointments during regular business hours, visit www.kauai.gov/DMV.
Kapa‘a Green Waste Closed for Maintenance Work July 18 to July 20
Customers are requested to take their green waste to the Līhu‘e or Hanalei refuse transfer Station during this maintenance period.
Jupiter’s Moon May Have Conditions for Life
NASA-funded scientists are studying the cumulative effects of small impacts on Europa’s surface as they prepare to explore the distant moon with the Europa Clipper mission and study the possibilities for a future lander mission.
Water, Trail Rescues Rise With Influx of Visitors to Kaua‘i
The return of visitors to the Garden Isle after more than a year of travel restrictions due to the COVID-19 pandemic has brought with it an increase in rescues.
Lane Closures for Multiple Sections of Kōloa Road Scheduled
Multiple sections of Kōloa Road are scheduled for lane closures from July 19-23.
7 Additional Residents Test Positive for COVID-19
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported seven new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, July 17.
DOH Reports 124 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 124 new cases of coronavirus statewide Saturday.
KPD Promotes 8 officers at Special Ceremony
The Kaua‘i Police Department (KPD) held a special ceremony Friday, July 16, to promote eight officers at its headquarters in Līhu‘e. “I’m honored to be promoting these officers today,” said Chief of Police Todd G. Raybuck. “Each one of them has showed exemplary service to not only this department, but to the entire community. I […]
Kapa‘a Green Waste Closed for Maintenance
The Kapa‘a Refuse Transfer Station green waste area will be temporarily closed due to maintenance work.
Kaua‘i Weekly Lane Closures: July 17-23
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announced road and lane closures for the week of July 17-23.
