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Weekly COVID Update: Nearly 200 New Cases Reported on Kauaʻi
The state Department of Health reported 3,370 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, April 27, bringing the statewide total to 248,405. Eleven new fatalities were reported.
Ige Announces $328M Settlement in Hawaiian Home Lands Case
The state is looking to settle a 23-year-old Hawaiian Home Lands class action lawsuit.
UH Study: Supercell Thunderstorms Caused Kauaʻi’s Record Rainfall in 2018
A recently published University of Hawaiʻi study reveals the culprits behind the record-setting April 2018 rainstorm that wreaked havoc on Kauaʻi — supercell thunderstorms.
Chief Justice Seeks Public Comment on Nominees For District Court Vacancies
There is one vacancy in the District Court of the 5th Circuit on Kaua’i, and Hawai’i Supreme Court Chief Justice Mark E. Recktenwald is seeking public comment on nominees to fill the position.
DMV to Be Temporarily Closed
The county Department of Motor Vehicles will be temporarily closed from noon-1:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 26.
Kaua‘i Ocean Discovery to Reopen
A learning facility focused on the traditions and knowledge of the ocean and inspiring ocean stewardship is reopening.
Call For 2022 Kauaʻi Poke Fest Competitors
How are your poke skills? Do you think your poke is the best? Want to find out?
Several Lane Closures in Effect
Several lane closures are in effect around the island this week, according to the county Department of Public Works.
County to Host First Youth Climate Summit
The county is looking for input from island youth about how to combat and adapt to climate change.
UH Research Focuses on Improving Public Health With Hula
The end of the Merrie Monarch Festival in Hilo on the Big Island doesn’t mean hula gets put on the shelf for a year. In fact, findings in a study by University of Hawai‘i researchers suggest people could hula their way to better health.
Hōkūleʻa, Hikianalia Making Good Headway Toward Tahiti
The crews of voyaging canoes Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia and making strides on their way to Tahiti.
Equipment Issues Cause Postponement of Work on Waimea Swinging Bridge
A portion of Menehune Road was previously scheduled to be closed this week for construction work.
2 Doctors Retire After Combined 100 Years of Caring For Garden Isle Families
Wilcox Health is celebrating two doctors who provided a combined 100 years of health care for Garden Isle families have retired.
Hōkūleʻa, Hikianalia Depart Hilo on Voyage to Tahiti
After several delays, Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia are finally on their way to Tahiti.
Federal Government Extends Mask Requirement For Public Transportation
Those who use and work in public transportation and transportation hubs will continue to be required to wear masks for at least another two weeks.
UH Researcher IDs Peptide Active Against Certain Cancers
A University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo professor and researcher is part of a team making strides in the fight against cancer.
Salvation Army ARC Monthly Donation Event Scheduled
Island residents, businesses and organizations looking to donate unwanted or unneeded items for reuse will again have the chance at the end of this month.
Overnight Water Shutdown Scheduled in Kapa‘a
Water line replacement work will require water service to be shut off for customers next week in portions of Kapa‘a.
Kauaʻi Police to Host Summer Camp For Aspiring Investigators
Incoming high school juniors and seniors can get a feel for a career in criminal investigations during the Kauaʻi Police Department’s first summer camp.
OHA: Nearly $15M in Grants Available to Support Native Hawaiians
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs recently announced it is making $14.9 million available for grants targeted at strengthening family, culture and land connections and increasing support in education, health housing and economic stability for Native Hawaiians.
