Kaua‘i News
DOH Reports One New Death Thursday
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 45 new cases of coronavirus Thursday.
Kawakami Declares June Pride Month on Kaua‘i
Throughout the United States, the month of June is celebrated as LGBTQ Pride Month which brings awareness to the ongoing fight for dignity and equality for the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ+) community.
First responders Conduct Multiple Air Rescues in Kalalau area, Kōke‘e
Several hikers were air rescued out of the Kalalau area and Kōke‘e on Wednesday, June 2.
OHA to Distribute Over $1 Million in COVID Relief to Native Hawaiians
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) is releasing more than $1 million in grants to help Native Hawaiians impacted financially by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hawai´i Returns Thousands of Vaccine Doses, Citing Decreased Demand
The Hawai´i Department of Health is expected to roll out a vaccination incentive program in the coming days to try and drum up more demand for the shot.
Water Remains Off for Portion of Hanapēpē Road, Mainline Work Ongoing
A water service shutdown on a portion of Hanapēpē Road remains in place until further notice due to additional work required on the mainline.
DOW Appoints New Deputy Manager-Engineer
The Department of Water’s interim Manager and Chief Engineer Mark R. Knoff appointed Judith A. Hayducsko as the Deputy Manager-Engineer of the Department of Water (DOW) effective June 1, 2021.
Kapaa Swimming Pool to Close Temporarily for Maintenance
The Kapa‘a swimming pool will have modified hours today due to pool maintenance.
DOH Reports 25 New COVID Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 25 new cases of coronavirus Wednesday.
UH Chosen to Lead New NOAA Marine Research Program
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced, Tuesday, June 1, it has selected the University of Hawai‘i to host NOAA’s Cooperative Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Research (CIMAR).
Virtual Talk Story Highlights Concerns Over Kaua’i Forest Birds
Hosting its 4th virtual “Forest Friday” conversation on June 4, the Kauaʻi Invasive Species Committee (KISC) and Kauaʻi Forest Bird Recovery Project (KFBRP) plan to address dwindling forest bird populations on Kaua’i.
Coast Guard Rescues Four Overboard Mariners
The crew of the Coast Guard Cutter Kimball rescued four mariners off Portlock after they had fallen overboard from their vessel Sunday.
Shark Sighting at Po‘ipū Beach Park
No swimming at Po‘ipū Beach Park is advised until further notice due to a shark sighting today.
DOH Reports 56 New Cases of COVID Tuesday
The state’s two-week average is 55 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.1%.
Water Service Shutdown Scheduled for Portion of Hanapēpē Road
The Department of Water (DOW) reminds customers of the scheduled water service shutdown on a portion of Hanapēpē Road, from Hana Road to Kona Road in Hanapēpē starting Tuesday, June 2.
As Hurricane Season Arrives, Utilities Urge Emergency Preparedness
Hawaiian Electric sent out information advising its customers, both residential and commercial, to be prepared and have emergency plans in place.
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 Tuesday, June 1.
Kūhiō Highway Access by Hanalei Hill Adjusted for Summer
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation has modified the scheduled single lane public access of Kūhiō Highway approaching Hanalei Hill for summer.
Aerial Search for Missing Nebraska Man Suspended
The aerial search for a missing Nebraska man has been suspended after two days of searching yielded no leads to his whereabouts.
Beach Violations Minimal Over Memorial Weekend
The first three-day holiday weekend in a year without strict COVID-19 restrictions in place passed with few issues on beaches and in near-shore waters around the state.
