Kaua‘i News
High Levels of Bacteria Detected at Kalapaki Beach Park
A water quality advisory was issued at Kalapaki Beach Park after abnormal levels of bacteria were detected in the water during a routine beach monitoring.
DOH Reports 168 New COVID Cases, 2 Deaths Wednesday
The statewide total of cases now stands at 11,689 since the pandemic began.
Water Service Shutdown Scheduled on Hanapepe Road
A water service shutdown is scheduled for a portion of Hanapepe Road; between Ko Road and Hana Road, and includes approximately four customers on Kona Road in Hanapepe.
UI Benefits to Increase by $300 For Eligible Claimants Over Six-Week Period
The program will pay $300 a week to all eligible claimants that have a weekly benefit amount of $100 or more in unemployment insurance benefits.
4 People Displaced after Anahola Structure Fire
Four people were displaced after a structure fire Monday evening in Anahola.
DOH Reports 63 New COVID Cases Tuesday
The statewide total of cases reported since the pandemic began now stands at 11,522.
Supplemental Water Source Back Online for Lihue-Kapa’a Water System
The Department of Water (DOW) reports the surface water treatment plant is back online and will be supplementing water service to customers connected to the DOW’s Lihue-Kapa’a water system beginning today.
Hawai‘i Beach Safety Week Puts Ocean Goers on Alert
According to the Hawai‘i Department of Health, state residents comprised all but one of the nine fatal ocean drownings in Hawai‘i since April, compared to only four of the 14 fatal drownings from January through March, the pre-lockdown period.
Emergency Relief Period Extended for Flooding Event in March
Mayor Derek S. K. Kawakami has signed the third supplementary emergency proclamation on Sept. 21, for the County of Kaua‘i as a result from severe storms and flooding during a rain event on March 27-28, 2020.
New Cases of COVID Push Downward, as DOH Identifies 56 Monday
The statewide total now stands at 11,459.
DOH Reports 77 New Cases of COVID-19 Sunday
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 77 new cases of coronavirus Sunday, bringing the statewide total to 11,403 since the department began tracking the pandemic in late February.
UH Seeks Participants for COVID Treatment Study
The purpose of the study is to help find an effective treatment for patients with COVID-19.
Hawai‘i Hotels Continue to Struggle in August
Many properties closed or reduced operations starting in April 2020.
Food Program Available for Individuals, Families Economically Impacted by COVID-19
The Hawai‘i Foodbank – Kaua‘i Branch and the Kaua‘i Independent Food Bank will provide food packages to individuals and families who have been economically impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Kaua’i Schools to Offer More In-Person Instruction Next Quarter
More in-person learning for elementary and secondary students will begin starting the second quarter, the Kaua’i Complex Area Superintendent announced Friday.
DOH Reports 110 New COVID-19 Cases
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 110 new cases of coronavirus on Saturday.
Hawai‘i Beach Safety Week Events Canceled Due to Pandemic
The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) is recognizing drowning prevention efforts across the islands as the state observes Hawai‘i Beach Safety Week on Sept. 20-26.
County Auction Scheduled to Begin Next Week
Kaua‘i County’s annual vehicle and equipment auction will begin on Sept. 24.
Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg Dies at 87
Ginsberg was considered a progressive champion on social issues during her time on the court, which began with her appointment by President Bill Clinton in 1993.
DOH Reports 114 New Cases of COVID Friday
The total number of cases reported statewide since the pandemic began is now 11,217.
