Kaua‘i News
New COVID Vaccine Could Prove Global Viral Deterrent
Johnson & Johnson on Friday released a study of its one-shot vaccine that highlighted both positives and some drawbacks.
Kaua‘i Daily COVID Cases Remain Low
Hawai‘i’s two-week average is 106 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 2.5%.
Visiting Keiki Diagnosed With COVID-19
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported one new case of COVID-19 on Friday, Jan. 29.
Construction Closes Portion of Kōloa Road
Kōloa Road, between Po‘ipū Road and Ala Kalanikaumaka will be closed all day today for road construction.
DOH Reports 100 New COVID Cases Statewide
Hawai‘i’s two-week average is 109 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 2.5%.
December Visitor Arrivals Down Over 75%
Visitor arrivals in December remained at less than 25% of last year’s totals.
High Surf Advisory in Effect Till Friday Morning
A high surf advisory is in effect until tomorrow at 6 a.m.
Adult Visitor Tests Positive for COVID-19
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported one new case of COVID-19 on Wednesday, Jan. 27.
State Reports 3 New COVID-Related Deaths
Hawai‘i’s two-week average is 112 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 2.5%.
S. Korea Added to Hawai‘i’s Safe Travels Program
Korean travelers will be eligible to bypass mandatory quarantine starting Feb. 5.
Kaua‘i Leaders Mourn Death of Former Hawaiʻi County Mayor Billy Kenoi
Former Hawaiʻi County Mayor Billy Kenoi has died.
High Surf Advisory in Effect for East-Facing Shores
A high surf advisory is in effect until 6 p.m. on Thursday.
Overnight Water Service Shutdown Scheduled on Hana Road in Hanapepe
An overnight water service shutdown is scheduled on Hana Road in Hanapepe in February.
Hanapepe Weekly Road Closures to Continue Through April
The Hanapepe Bridge on Hanapepe Road weekly closure will continue through April 30 as crews conduct waterline work and installation.
COVID Death Toll Surpasses 400 After State Adjusts Official Number
A total of 59 new COVID-related deaths were reported after DOH did an examination of death certificates from the last five months of 2020.
Hanalei Structure Damaged in Blaze
No injuries were reported after a structure fire in Hanalei Monday morning.
Drape Mesh Install to Temporary Close Portion of Kuhio Highway
A temporary full closure on Kuhio Highway near the Kalihiwai Bridge starts Feb. 2.
Viewer Photo: Chasing Rainbows in Hanapepe
A Poipū man captured rainbows arching over Hanapepe while spending Saturday at Salt Pond Beach Park.
New COVID-19 Variant Identified in Hawai‘i
This strain of COVID-19 was first detected in Denmark in March 2020.
State Says COVID Death Toll in 2020 Underreported by Dozens
Hawai‘i has linked 60 new deaths over the past year with COVID-19 complications.
