COVID cases continue climbing Tuesday
LIHU‘E – The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported two new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, June 15.
DOH launches Healthy Hawai‘i Strategic Plan
HONOLULU – Over 200 stakeholders, advocates, and visionaries across the state gathered virtually today to launch the Healthy Hawai‘i Strategic Plan 2030 (HHSP), a roadmap for improving the health of Hawai‘i residents by preventing and reducing chronic disease.
Hawai‘i State Veterans Summit beings in June
HONOLULU – The Hawaii Office of Veterans Services, the Hawaii Veterans Foundation, and AARP have joined forces to deliver an online Hawaii State Veterans Summit this month through the end of July.
Kapa‘a man arrested on meth, heroin charges
KAPA‘A — Kaua‘i police arrested Joshua Grimes, 36, of Kapa‘a, last week, after locating methamphetamine and heroin in his possession.
Hanalei access hours changed
LIHUE – The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) modifies the scheduled single lane public access to Kuhio Highway (Route 560) on the north shore of Kauai at mile marker 1 approaching Hanalei Bridge (“Hanalei Hill”) to make weekday access times consistent starting Wednesday, June 2.
Recreational fishing licenses for required for non-residents
HONOLULU — Friday, Gov. David Ige signed House Bill 1023 into law. It establishes and requires a marine recreational fishing license for all non-Hawai‘i residents.
$25K in Kapa‘a warehouse fire damage
KAPA‘A — The Kaua‘i Fire Department responded to a small structure fire Sunday afternoon that ignited in a Kapa‘a warehouse.
AARP to honor outstanding seniors
HONOLULU — AARP Hawai‘i is accepting nominations for its most prestigious volunteer award, the 2021 Andrus Award for Community Service, which honors Hawai‘i residents 50 and older who are sharing their experiences, talents and skills to enrich the lives of their community members.
Koloa lane closures for week of June 14-18
KOLOA — Multiple sections of Koloa and Maluhia roads are scheduled for lane closures from now to Friday, June 18.
Obituary for Monday, June 14, 2021
• Richard Mitchell Kuhlman
Today is World Blood Donor Day
Countries around the world, including the U.S., celebrate World Blood Donor Day today, to raise global awareness about the need for a safe blood supply and blood products.
Wailua Golf Course named one of nation’s best municipal layouts
The county Wailua Golf Course ranked No. 26 in Golf magazine’s list of 30 best municipal courses in America, announced last week.
6 new cases of COVID-19 Sunday
The state Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported six new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday.
Waimea 400 virtual meeting is Thursday
WAIMEA – Three conceptual site plan alternatives for the Waimea 400 site will be presented during the next virtual community meeting scheduled for Thursday, June 17, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Registration for this meeting is available at the project website, www.waimea400.com.
Summer Golf Program registration opens Monday
WAILUA — Registration for the county Summer Golf Program is Monday, June 14, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Wailua Golf Course.
Zonta Club of Hanalei awards $32K in scholarships
KILAUEA — The Zonta Club of Hanalei recently awarded scholarships totaling $32,000 to 15 Kaua‘i women.
Hunting licenses, stamps to be issued soon
HONOLULU — A new hunting season opens runs July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022.
Leadership Kaua‘i class of 2021 celebrates graduation
LIHU‘E — Earlier this month, the Leadership Kaua‘i Class of 2021 was recognized and acknowledged for their accomplishments in completing the annual leadership program.
4 new cases Saturday, popup clinic gives vaccine in Hanama‘ulu
HANAMA‘ULU — The state Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported four new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday.
Visitors to pay for ocean conservation
HONOLULU – The establishment of a Hawai‘i Ocean Stewardship Special Fund will provide more consistent and reliable support for the conservation, protection, restoration, and management of Hawai‘i’s precious and endangered marine resources.