Kaua‘i News
2 New COVID-19 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 Wednesday, May 19.
1 Person Suffers Burns After Kekaha Structure Fire
One person suffered burn injuries after a structure fire in Kekaha.
UH Recognizes KCC Professor and Business Student
Faculty at Kaua‘i Community College were among individuals recognized by the University of Hawai‘i for their innovation and commitment to educating students and work in research.
Draft for Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan Available for Public Review
The draft for the Integrated Solid Waste Management Plan (ISWMP) Update is now available for public review.
Lane Closure Scheduled on Rice Street to Repair Damaged Sewer Manhole
A section of Rice Street will be closed this afternoon to repair a damaged sewer manhole.
Facial Imaging Technology Installed in Hawai‘i’s Airports as Part of Ongoing Effort Against COVID
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) Airports Division has installed facial imaging technology at Hawaii’s five major airports in the state’s continued efforts to detect COVID-19 in the state.
Hawai´i Students Back to Full In-Person Learning This Fall, DOE Says
A return to regular activities will also include extracurriculars, such as sports and music.
Three New COVID Cases Reported on Kaua´i Tuesday
The state’s two-week average is 78 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.6%.
Portions of Road Closed in Hanalei Due to Damaged Water Line
A recently damaged water line in Hanalei has shut down portions of road for about two hours.
3 New COVID Cases Reported Monday on Kaua‘i
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported three new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, May 17.
Loop Road Has Re-Opened After Years of Closure
The road, better known as “Loop Road” has been closed following flood damage in 2018.
Free Commercial Lease Tenant Seminar This Week
Many commercial tenants are struggling amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
County Announces Water Service Shutdown
The water service shutdown is necessary in order to allow DOW to install a main line valve in the area.
Hawaii Reports 83 New Cases of COVID Monday
The state’s two-week average is 78 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.6%.
UH to Require Student Vaccinations for Campus Return
Unvaccinated UH students will still be welcome and may enroll in online courses.
Hawaii Coffee Assoc. Presents 2021 Virtual Conference
Find the official rules and required entry form for the Cupping Competition at https://hawaiicoffeeassoc.org/event-4242154.
Honoka‘a Western Week Approaches
There is an online costume contest open to all, so women, men, keiki, families, even pets are encouraged to dress up in their best paniolo duds.
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.
