Kaua‘i News
County Services to Close on General Election Day
In observance of the General Election, County of Kaua‘i offices will be closed on Nov. 3, along with all refuse transfer stations, the Kekaha Landfill, and the Waimea and Kapa‘a swimming pools.
Lāna‘i to Lockdown Amid COVID Outbreak
The order also restricts travel to and from Lāna‘i for essential work or medical purposes only. All other travelers will have to quarantine for 14 days.
Hawaiʻi Health Systems Supported by Out-of-State Workers Through Christmas
In total, more than 170 medical employees are in Hawaiʻi now through Dec. 26, 2020.
DOE Employee Among County’s Recent Positive COVID Cases Reported
An employee of the Department of Education tested positive for COVID-19, the Kaua‘i District Health Office reported today.
DOH Reports 38 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) reported 38 new cases of coronavirus Monday, bringing the statewide total to 14,709 since the pandemic began.
FCC Grants Licenses To Allow DHHL To Build Its Own Wireless Networks
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has approved a grant that would provide the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL) ownership of broadband spectrum to deploy wireless internet services on Kaua‘i, Lana‘i, Moloka‘i, and Maui.
DOH Reports 121 New COVID Cases
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 121 new cases of coronavirus statewide Sunday, bringing the statewide total to 14,672.
National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week Starts Today
The Hawai‘i Department of Health is encouraging health care providers and the public to learn more about the effects and sources of lead exposure to children.
Health Workshop Scheduled for Seniors
The Better Choices Better Health six-week series starts Nov. 17 and 18, 2020, and will be held via telephone conference call.
DOH Reports 90 New COVID-19 Cases, 3 Deaths Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) reported 90 new cases of coronavirus Saturday, bringing the statewide total to 14,553 since the pandemic began.
Partial Closure on Kuhio Highway Due to Emergency Water Main Repairs
The Department of Water announced a partial lane closure on Kuhio Highway.
Kaua‘i Weekly Road Closures: Oct. 24-30
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announced weekly road and lane closures for Oct. 24-30.
Public Defender Appointed as 5th District Family Court Judge
Chief Justice Mark E. Recktenwald appointed Stephanie R.S. Char as District Family Court Judge of the 5th Circuit.
14 Individuals Arrested for COVID-19 Quarantine Violations
Kauaʽi police have arrested 14 individuals for violating Hawai‘i’s 14-day quarantine emergency rules pertaining to COVID-19 since the reopening of travel under the Safe Travels platform, which launched October 15.
Mayor Signs 5th Supplementary Emergency Proclamation for COVID-19
Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami signed the fifth supplementary emergency proclamation extending the disaster relief period for the COVID-19 crisis for at least another 60 days.
DOH Reports 131 New COVID Cases, 3 New Deaths
A total of 1,057 people have been hospitalized as a result of COVID-19 infection, while the state’s official death toll now stands at 209.
Residents Encouraged to Participate in National Drug Take Back Day
Residents are able to dispose of their unused, unwanted or expired prescription medications throughout the year at two permanently installed drop boxes across across from the Records Division window at KPD headquarters located at 3990 Ka‘ana Street in Līhu‘e.
Kaua‘i Weekend Road Closures
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announced weekend lane closures for Oct. 23-25.
Hawai‘i Releases Preliminary COVID-19 Vaccination Distribution Plan
Governor David Ige said the soonest such a vaccine will be available is likely at least a few months. Critical target populations will be prioritized during the first phase of distribution.
Hawai‘i to Receive $1.9 Mil for Small-Scale Agriculture
More than $127,000 will be allocated to Kaua‘i County through funding provided by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) to increase the quality and quantity of locally grown foods in food-insecure communities.
