Kaua‘i News
Water Service Shutdown Scheduled for Wainiha Customers
The Department of Water (DOW) announces a water service shutdown scheduled for customers in Wainiha on Monday, Oct. 12, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Ige Set to Approve Post-Travel Testing Program in Hawai‘i County
Gov. David Ige is set to sign off on Hawai‘i County’s proposal to test arriving trans-pacific travelers for COVID-19 at the airport when they land in Kona.
Kawakami Continues to Await Gov’s Approval of Proposed Post-Travel Tiered System
The Kaua‘i County mayor continues to await Gov. David Ige’s decision on the county’s proposed four-tiered system for responding to COVID-19 when trans-pacific travel reopens next week.
DOH Reports 73 New COVID-19 Cases, 2 Deaths Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 73 new cases of coronavirus Saturday, bringing the statewide total to 13,371 since the pandemic began. Two new COVID-related fatalities were also added to the state’s official death toll.
Hawaiian Airlines to Suspend ‘Ohana by Hawaiian Service
Hawaiian Airlines will be temporarily suspending ‘Ohana by Hawaiian passenger and cargo services effective Nov. 1 due to the low travel demand caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and quarantine restrictions.
Kaua‘i Weekend Road Closures: Oct. 10-16
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announced weekend road and lane closures for Oct. 10-16.
DOH Reports 155 New Cases, 2 More COVID Deaths
The Hawai’i Department of Health on Friday reported 155 new cases of coronavirus, pushing the statewide total to 13,300 confirmed cases since the pandemic began.
Kawakami Proposes 4-Tier Safety System Based on Kaua‘i’s Current COVID-19 Outlook
Mayaor Derek S.K. Kawakami has proposed a new emergency rule that provides a four-tiered system to define allowable businesses and activities, based on the current COVID-19 outlook on Kaua‘i at that time.
KPD Officer Arrested for Disorderly Conduct, Criminal Property Damage While Off Duty
A Kaua‘i Police Department (KPD) officer was arrested Wednesday afternoon for disorderly conduct and criminal property damage while off duty.
Maui Doctor Faces Charges of Unlawful Distribution of Hydrocodone
A Maui doctor with a practice in Hilo is facing charges of unlawful distribution of a controlled substance, the US Attorney’s Office reported Thursday afternoon.
DOH Reports 101 New COVID-19 Cases Thursday
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 101 new cases of coronavirus Thursday, bringing the statewide total to 13,146 since the pandemic began.
Post-Arrival Surveillance Testing of Tourists Won’t Carry Quarantine Penalties
Lt. Governor Josh Green announced a plan to create a post-arrival surveillance testing program that will attempt to test 10% of visitors each day to paint at a clear picture of how effective the pre-travel tests are at weeding out positive COVID cases.
State Park Fees Rise for First Time in 20 Years
As of Oct. 9, out-of-state residents and commercial operators will be charged higher fees for entering select Hawaiʻi State Parks.
KPD Non-Emergency Line Operational Again
Kaua‘i Police Department’s dispatch non-emergency phone number is back online.
Sewage Did Not Reach Hanamāʻulu Stream, Officials Update
Kaua‘i County officials confirm approximately 4,000 gallons of wastewater spilled in Hanamāʻulu Tuesday night, not 15,000 gallons as was initially reported.
Wastewater Spills Into Hanamāʻulu Stream
Approximately 15,000 gallons of wastewater spilled into the Hanamāʻulu Stream after a sewer line broke on Tuesday night.
2 Hikers Rescued From Kalalau Valley
Two hikers rescued from Kalalau Valley on Monday morning required medical attention.
HTA Seeks Ideas From Public on Ways to Reset Tourism
The Hawai‘i Tourism Authority (HTA) is reaching out to the public for ideas on ways to reset tourism in the state after a months-long economic and travel halt due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
DOH Reports 83 New Cases, 3 More COVID-Related Deaths
To date, 889 people have been hospitalized as a result of COVID-19 infection, while the official death toll now stands at 160.
