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Kaua‘i Health Office Announces 8 New COVID Cases
The state Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced eight new cases of COVID-19 Sunday.
Red Cross Continues Damage Assessment Following Storm
The American Red Cross is conducting damage assessments following the Kona Low storm last week.
State Reports 11 New COVID Cases in Kaua‘i County
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 215 new COVID-19 cases Sunday, bringing the statewide total to 89,229. Five new COVID-related fatalities were reported.
Proposals Sought for Arbor Day Hawaiʻi Programs
The state invites residents to submit proposals for Arbor Day projects and is offering grant funding to support them.
Public Hearing Approved for Proposed New Rules for Lay Nets
The state will have a meeting and public hearing to establish a new annual lay net permit requirement and fee and other proposed changes to existing rules.
Monsanto to Plead Guilty to Illegally Using Pesticide in Hawai‘i
Monsanto Company agreed to plead guilty to 30 federal environmental crimes in connection to the use of pesticide on corn fields in Hawai‘i.
Flags to Fly at Half-staff in Honor of Bob Dole
The state will honor World War II veteran and former U.S. senator and presidential candidate Bob Dole, who died Sunday, Dec. 5, at the age of 98.
Lane Closures Scheduled for Mailihuna Road
A portion of Mailihuna Road is expected to be closed several days this week.
County Urges Residents to Prepare for Possible Severe Weather
Kaua‘i County officials are telling residents to be prepared because of the threat of severe weather starting today, Monday, Dec. 6, and into Tuesday.
Kaua‘i District Health Office Releases COVID Update
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported 10 new COVID-19 cases Sunday.
State Reports 11 New COVID Cases in Kauaʻi County
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 148 new COVID-19 cases Sunday, bringing the statewide total to 88,295. One new COVID-related fatality was reported.
Kaua‘i Finds Success With Vacation Rental Enforcement
A partnership between Kaua‘i County and global travel platforms has helped eliminate illegal vacation rentals on the island.
Omicron Variant Detected in Hawai‘i
The Omicron variant of the virus that causes COVID-19 has been detected in Hawai‘i, according to the state Department of Health Laboratories Division.
State Releases More Funding for Līhuʻe Airport
Gov. David Ige has released an additional $5,000 in capital improvement funds for projects at the Līhuʻe airport.
Petroleum Product Possibly Found in Navy Water System
Water samples from Red Hill Elementary School on O‘ahu show the possible presence of petroleum product.
Kauaʻi Community Correctional Center Warden Retires
After more than three decades of service, Kauaʻi Community Correctional Center Warden Neal Wagatsuma retired, effective Tuesday, Nov. 30.
State Seeks Kauaʻi Nominations for BLNR
The state is seeking a person from Kauaʻi to serve on the Board of Land and Natural Resources.
USDA to Make Up to $1.15 Billion Available
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack announced a significant expansion of access to high-speed internet, health care and educational services for millions of rural Americans nationwide. “For too long, the ‘digital divide’ has left too many people living in rural communities behind: unable to compete in the global economy and unable to access […]
474 New Cases
The state’s two-week average is now 491 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 5.9%.
Exclusive Interview: Mayor Derek Kawakami Discusses Critical Issues Facing Kauaʻi County Today
Kauaʻi County Mayor Derek Kawakami was interviewed by Pacific Media Group COO and Kauaʻi Now Director, Jack Dugan about some of the greatest challenges facing the county today.
