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Partial Lane Closures Planned on Portion of Po‘ipū Road
A change in traffic flow is expected on part of Po‘ipū Road near Kōloa Elementary School because of construction work.
District Health Office Announces 9 New COVID Cases
The state Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported nine new cases of COVID-19 on Friday.
Incentive Program Lifts Inmate Vaccination Numbers
An incentive program offered by the state Department of Public Safety has helped increase vaccinations among inmates.
State Marks One Year Anniversary of First COVID Vaccinations
It’s been one year since COVID-19 vaccinations began in Hawai‘i, and the state marked the anniversary by saying thank you to those who have made it possible to safely administer more than 2.4 million of the shots.
State Seeks District Court Per Diem Judges
Applications are being accepted for per diem judges for District Family Court and/or District Court of the 5th Circuit.
Kaua’i Sees Below Average Rainfall for November
All of the rain gages on Kaua’i recorded below average rainfall totals for the month of November, with most amounts at less than 50% of average, according to the monthly precipitation summary from the National Weather Service in Honolulu.
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.
