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Structure Fire Displaces One Resident in Wailua
A fire Wednesday evening in Wailua resulted in the displacement of one resident.
Entangled Humpback Whale Freed of Gear Off Maui
On Wednesday, Jan. 26, a yearling humpback whale entangled in at least 140 feet of line, with a buoy trailing about 60 feet behind, was freed in waters off Ukumehame, Maui, by a team led by responders trained by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
6 Inmates, 3 Staff at KCCC Test Positive for COVID
The state Department of Public Safety reported Wednesday that six inmates and three staff members at Kaua‘i Community Correctional Center in Līhu‘e have tested positive for COVID-19.
Nonprofit Fulfills Vision Supporting Hawaiian Business on Homestead Lands
Anahola Cafe opened at the end of October 2021. It’s led by the Homestead Community Development Corporation, a Native Hawaiian nonprofit dedicated to creating jobs and affordable housing on or near Hawaiian Home Lands, and a handful of Anahola residents.
Ige Keeps Current COVID Rules in Place
This emergency proclamation will remain in effect through March 25, unless terminated or superseded by a separate proclamation.
Distribution of Home COVID Tests in Kapa‘a Moved in Anticipation of Large Turnout
Because of the anticipated large turnout, the distribution of home COVID test kits slated for Thursday, Jan. 27, in Kapa‘a has been moved to a different venue.
Coast Guard Spill Response Plan Tested in Nawiliwili Harbor
The Coast Guard’s Geographic Response Strategy is a plan for spills in marine environments at deep-water commercial and small boat harbors.
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DPS: 2 Inmates, 2 Staff Members at KCCC Test Positive for COVID
COVID-19 testing is continuously being conducted in the state’s prisons and jails as well as in the contracted Saguaro Correctional Center in Eloy, Ariz.
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Wilcox Medical Center Blesses New Generators
These new generators will increase Wilcox’s power capacity to provide uninterrupted electrical energy in the event of an emergency.
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Second Installment of 2021-22 Real Property Taxes Due Next Month
County officials are reminding Kaua‘i property owners that the second installment of real property taxes for the 2021-22 tax year are due Tuesday, Feb. 22.
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Menehune Road Reopens to All Traffic
Because rock scaling work has been completed, Menehune Road in Waimea reopened to all traffic on Tuesday, Jan. 25.
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Lane Closures Planned Along Portions of Ōma‘o Road
Ōma‘o Road will be closed at Kōloa Road to all northbound traffic. Only southbound traffic from Kaumuali‘i Highway will be allowed through the work zone.
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UH Cancer Center Study Examines COVID Effects on Mental Health, Tobacco Use Among Young Adults
“This is an important new project and represents the kind of innovative behavioral cancer prevention research we conduct at the UH Cancer Center.” — Joe Ramos, the center’s interim director
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Office of Economic Development Invites Public to Comment on Innovation Grant Proposals
The county Office of Economic Development invites the public to review and comment on the recently received proposals for fiscal year 2021-22 Innovation Grants.
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8 Inmates at KCCC Test Positive for COVID
The state Department of Public Safety on Monday reported that 8 inmates at Kaua‘i Community Correctional Center in Līhu‘e have tested positive for COVID-19.
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Distribution of Free COVID Home Tests Begins
The county, in partnership with the state Department of Health, is handing out 15,000 free COVID home self-test kits this week. Distribution began Monday.
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High Surf Advisory Extended for Portions of Kaua’i, Ni’ihau
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended a high surf advisory in effect for north- and west-facing shores of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau.
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Kapaʿa Man Faces Multiple Drug, Weapons Charges
Kauaʿi police on Jan. 19 arrested 58-year-old Paul Bun Chung Say of Kapaʿa for numerous charges.
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Kapaʿa Man Dies in Moped Crash Sunday
A crash involving a pickup truck and a moped Sunday at the intersection of Kūhiō Highway and Ohia Street resulted in a fatality.
Free COVID Home Tests to Be Distributed This Week
Approximately 15,000 COVID-19 home test kits will be distributed, with a limit of five tests per individual/household, on a first-come, first-served basis.
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