Kaua‘i News
Hawai‘i National Guard Scales Down COVID Response on Kaua‘i
The Hawai‘i National Guard is scaling down COVID-19 response operations on Kaua‘i now that the interisland quarantine has ended.
Lane closures Scheduled fo multiple sections on Kōloa, Maluhia Roads
Multiple sections of Kōloa and Maluhia Roads are scheduled for lane closures from June 21-25.
Momoa to Receive Star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Hawai´i actor Jason Momoa is in line to receive a special Hollywood honor.
No Tsunami Threat Expected in Hawai´i Following Earthquake
The National Weather Service said there is no projected tsunami threat to the state of Hawai´i following an earthquake on the Big Island Thursday afternoon.
4 New COVID-19 Cases Reported on Garden Isle
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported four new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, June 17.
Young Navigators to Set Sail in Voyaging Canoes, Train for Future Journeys
Voyaging canoes Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia will set sail again Friday, June 18, at approximately 12:30 p.m. for a two-week training voyage to Papahānaumokuākea.
Swimmer rescued at Lumaha‘i Beach in Critical Condition
A visitor is in critical condition after being rescued out of waters at Lumaha‘i Beach on Wednesday, June 16.
DOH Identifies 36 New COVID Infections
The state’s two-week average is 47 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.0%. A DOH map that tracks cases by district across all islands can be accessed on the department’s website.
State Funding Awarded to 2 Local Ag Businesses to Allow for Operation Expansion
The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture (HDOA) has awarded funds to six proposals totaling $1.5 million under the Grow Hawai`i Agriculture Initiative 2021, two of which went to Kaua‘i businesses.
Bill Makes Changes to Eviction Policies, Adds Mandatory Mediation
This program will begin on the first day after the eviction moratorium ends.
Hawaii to Begin Paying Out UI Benefits Through MEUC Program
MEUC benefits are available for the week ending Jan. 2, 2021, through the week ending Sept. 4, 2021.
Fireworks Permit Now Available for Purchase for Fourth of July Holiday
Permits are now available for residents wanting to buy and ignite firecrackers on the Fourth of July.
Kīkīaola Small Boat Harbor to Close for Improvement Project
The Kīkīaola Small Boat Harbor ramp will be closed for nearly two months to allow for the installation of new boat ramp panels on the above-water portion and concrete pavement at the top of the ramp.
2 Residents Test Positive for COVID-19
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported two new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, June 16.
State Reports 37 New Cases Tuesday
The state’s two-week average is 51 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.0%.
2 New COVID Cases Reported on Kaua‘i
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported two new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, June 15.
Hawai‘i’s First Lady Expands ʻOhana Readers Program to Garden Isle
Hawai‘i’s first lady Dawn Amano-Ige, together with state and non-profit partners, has expanded the ʻOhana Readers program on Kaua‘i.
Dog Attacks Among USPS Employees Up Statewide
Nineteen US Postal Service employees were attacked by dogs in 2020 statewide, a 58% increase from the previous year’s total of 12.
Interisland Travel Restrictions Ended in Hawai´i
At long last, intrastate travel has returned to normal in Hawai´i.
State Lab Detects New COVID-19 ‘Variant of Concern’ of Hawai‘i
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention categorizes the Delta variant as a variant of concern.
