Kaua‘i News
Pop-Up COVID-19 Clinics Scheduled Countywide
More free COVID-19 pop-up clinics have been scheduled throughout Kaua‘i County.
Maui Petroglyphs Damaged in Paintball Attack
Authorities are seeking the public’s help in identifying the individual(s) responsible for vandalizing Hawaiian petroglyphs in Maui’s Olowalu Valley.
DOH Reports 39 New COVID Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 39 new cases of coronavirus statewide Wednesday, bringing the overall total to 38,121. No new COVID-related deaths were reported.
8 Kaua‘i Residents Test Positive for COVID-19
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported eight new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, July 7.
First Responders Rescue Hiker, Swimmers
Kaua‘i Fire Department responded to two separate rescue incidents, Tuesday, July 7, one in Kōke‘e and the other in Po‘ipū.
Salt Pond Beach Park Closed Through Friday
Salt Pond Beach Park will be closed to the public through Friday, July 9, to allow the Department of Parks and Recreation to conduct initial site cleanup, grounds maintenance, and facility repairs in the area.
County Accepting Applications for New Affordable Housing Development in Līhu‘e
Applications are not being accepted for the county’s newest affordable housing development in Līhu‘e.
Resort Bubble Program Set to End Thursday
The resort bubble program is set to end as Kauai moves into Tier 5 of its COVID-19 restrictions, which will go into effect Thursday, July 8.
New Federal Vaccination Data Boosts Hawai‘i Percentages
The addition of detailed information from the Federal Retail Pharmacy Program increases the percentage of residents who have initiated their vaccinations.
DOH Reports 39 New COVID Cases Tuesday
The state’s two-week average is 46 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.8%.
Child Resident Tests Positive for COVID
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported one new case of COVID-19 on Tuesday, July 6.
OHA Awards Grants to Programs on Kauaʻi, Niʻihau
Kauaʻi is set to receive grants from Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) that will go toward projects meant to strengthen Native Hawaiians’ connections to family, culture and land.
Health Insurance Relief Available For Unemployed
Hawai´i residents who have lost their jobs may have recourse to obtain more affordable health insurance.
Kaua‘i Identifies 3 More COVID Cases Monday
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported three new cases of COVID-19 on Monday.
Hawai‘i Surpasses 38K COVID Cases Since Start of Pandemic
The state’s two-week average is 45 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.7%.
Hawai‘i Preps For July 8 Vaccination Exception Program
This program does not cover international travelers.
DLNR Launches New Outdoors App Geared For Hawai´i Hikers, Hunters
The app has social media integration and users can take and share photos and report trail hazards and problems to DOFAW or other state agencies.
One New COVID Case Reported on Kaua‘i Sunday
In response to the number of cases last week, free testing at the Kaua‘i War Memorial Convention Hall will be open on Monday, July 5, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
High Surf Advisory to Persist Through Mid-Week
Expect strong breaking waves, shore break, and strong longshore and rip currents making swimming difficult and dangerous.
Lane closures Scheduled for Multiple Sections of Kōloa Road
Multiple sections of Kōloa Road and Maluhia Road are scheduled for lane closures from July 6-9.
