Kaua‘i News
New COVID-19 Case Connected to Inter-Island Travel Confirmed
One new COVID-19 case was confirmed in Kaua‘i County and another probable case is pending laboratory results, officials announced this morning.
3 Mariners Rescued from Overturned Vessel South of O‘ahu
The US Coast Guard and Ocean Safety crews rescued three mariners from an overturned vessel off the south of O‘ahu, Friday.
First Day of Pre-Travel Testing Program Brings Nearly 700 Trans-Pacific Travelers to Kaua‘i
Nearly 700 passengers were screened through the state’s pre-travel testing coronavirus program at Līhu‘e Airport on Thursday.
Free Voluntary Post-Arrival Testing Program Starts Monday for Traveling Residents
Kaua‘i County will be providing free post-arrival COVID-19 tests for Kaua‘i residents who travel out of state and receive a quarantine exemption via the state’s Safe Travels pre-testing program.
Kauai Weekly Road Closures: Oct. 17-23
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announced road and lane closures for Oct. 17-23.
DOH Reports 89 New COVID-19 Cases, 1 Death Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 89 new cases of coronavirus Friday, bringing the adjusted statewide total to 13,853 since the pandemic began. One additional fatality was also reported.
Kaua‘i Weekend Road Closures: Oct. 16-18
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announced weekend lane closures for Oct. 16-18.
Police Seek Public’s Help Locating Assault Suspect
The Kaua‘i Police Department (KPD) is asking for the public’s help in locating a Kekaha man, as he is a suspect in an alleged assault case.
Hawai‘i Restaurant Cards to Arrive This Week
The card can only be used for food and non-alcoholic beverage purchases. The card will not be accepted at grocery or convenience stores or for grab-and-go prepared meals.
2 Kaua‘i Companies Cited by DOH Clean Air Branch
The Hawai‘i Department of Health Clean Air Branch issued Notices and Finding of Violation and Orders (NOVOs) against a greenwaste disposal service and a local mortuary.
Hawai‘i Reports 10 COVID-Related Deaths
The statewide total is now 13,674 cases since the pandemic began.
All Counties to Partake in Pre-Travel Testing Program
The governor said he is also exploring a pre-travel testing program with Japan and will be speaking with Japanese authorities about the process Tuesday afternoon.
DOH Reports 62 New Cases of COVID Statewide
Another four COVID-related deaths were also reported Tuesday, three on O‘ahu and one on Maui.
First Hawaiian Bank Waimea Branch Set to Reopen
First Hawaiian Bank (FHB) will reopen four additional branches next week – two branches on Hawai‘i Island and one each on Maui and Kaua‘i – that were temporarily closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Kawakami Still Waiting for Gov’s Decision on Kaua‘i’s Proposed COVID Post-Travel Tiered System
Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami continues to await the governor’s decision on his proposed four-tiered system for responding to COVID-19 when trans-pacific travel reopens this week.
KUW Golf Ball Drop Raises Thousands for Local Nonprofits
Kaua‘i United Way (KUW) held its first Golf Ball Drop Sunday, raising more than $35,000 and giving out thousands of dollars worth of prizes.
Injured Hiker Rescued Near Makaleha Falls
An injured hiker found near Makaleha Falls in Kapa‘a was airlifted to the hospital on Sunday afternoon.
Kapa‘a House Fire Leaves 1 Person Displaced
A structure fire that broke out in Kapa‘a on Sunday and left one person displaced. No injuries were reported.
DOH Reports 42 New Cases of COVID-19
The Hawai‘i Department of Health on Monday reported 42 new cases of coronavirus, bringing the statewide total to 953.
DOH Reports 103 New COVID-19 Cases Sunday
The statewide case total is now 13,472 since the pandemic began.
