Kaua‘i News
One New Death Reported
The state’s two-week average is 69 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.5%.
Disaster Declaration Approved for March Severe Weather
Statewide Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HGMP) funds will be released to help the state take action to prevent or reduce long-term risk to life and property from natural hazards in the future.
Kaua‘i Business Community Welcomes Back Travelers
The Kaua‘i business community is welcoming back travelers with expanded outdoor activities, luxury accommodations and upcoming events after more than a year of required quarantine due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
1 New COVID Case Reported on Kaua‘i
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported one new case of COVID-19 on Saturday, May 15.
DOH Reports 105 New COVID Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 105 new cases of coronavirus Saturday. The statewide total is now 33,637.
WiFi Access Now Available at County Neighborhood Centers
New public access to WiFi service is now available at all county neighborhood centers.
Garden Island Weekly Lane Closures: May 15-21
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announced weekly lane closures for May 15-21.
Hawai‘i Daily COVID Averages on Decline
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 83 new cases of coronavirus Friday.
1 New COVID-19 Case Reported on Garden Island
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported one new case of COVID-19 on Friday, May 14.
Portion of Rice Street Shut Down After Water Main Break
The Department of Water (DOW) announces an emergency water service shutdown on a portion of Rice Street to conduct repairs to a mainline break.
Kapa’a Eatery Reopens After Mask Violations
Olympic Café’s food permit has been reinstated after it was issued a red placard earlier this week on May 10.
Full Closure Scheduled on Kaumuali‘i Highway for Bridge Work
A full closure of Kaumuali‘i Highway (Route 50) between Hana Road and Puolo Road is scheduled next week for concrete work on the Hanapēpē River Bridge.
Single-Lane Access Schedule for Hanalei Bridge
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation updated its schedule for single-lane public access to Kūhiō Highway (Route 560) on the north shore of Kaua‘i at mile marker 1 approaching Hanalei Bridge (Hanalei Hill).
Bi-Weekly COVID-19 Report: May 13, 2021
Dr. Janet Berreman, Kauai‘’s District Health Officer, provided an update on cases for Mayor Derek SK Kawakami’s bi-weekly COVID report on Thursday, May 13.
Masks to Remain Mandatory in Hawai´i Indefinitely
Hawai´i’s coronavirus restrictions aren’t going anywhere just yet.
Schatz Urges Ige to Lift Restrictions on Youth Sports, Permitting Surf and Regatta Competitions
US Sen. Brian Schatz has called on Gov. David Ige to lift restrictions on youth sporting events, including allowing parents and guardians to cheer on their athletes in person and permitting surf competitions and regattas to resume while adhering to CDC guidelines.
COVID-19 Vaccine Now Available to 12-Year-Olds
The County of Kaua‘i announced that vaccine appointments are available to residents aged 12 and older beginning today, May 13, 2021.
Millions in Education Grants Available For Hawaii Schools
The federal government provided GEER funds to all 50 states, giving governors the opportunity to rethink their approach to education during the pandemic and to ensure the continuation of learning.
