Big Island Coronavirus Updates
Water Shutoffs, Late Payment Fees Suspended
Effective immediately, the Department of Water Supply is suspending service disconnections and waiving late payment fees through April 30, 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lana‘i Axis Deer Hunt Canceled Due to COVID-19 Risks
The 2020 deer rifle season within the Lana‘i Cooperative Game Management Area, is canceled due to concerns over the spread of COVID-19.
Big Island COVID-19 Cases Jumps Up 1 Overnight
The number of COVID-19 cases on the Big Island jumped up one, bringing the total to 22.
HPD Arrests, Cites Individuals for Violation of Stay-at-Home Order
Nine people have been arrested islandwide for violating Gov. David Ige’s stay-at-home order amid the COVID-19 crisis.
Officials Talk Travel, Rent, Federal Aid Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
Officials confirmed 34 new cases of coronavirus across the state Wednesday, the largest one-day increase in Hawai‘i since the outbreak began.
All Tenants Protected Through End of April, State Says
Tenants need not worry about being removed from their homes for a lack of rent payment until April 30 at the earliest.
Kim Suspends Ban on Single-Use Plastic Bags Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
Big Island Mayor Harry Kim believes shopping with reusable bags over and again is an unnecessary health risk during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic.
DOH Confirms 34 New COVID-19 Cases Overnight
Thus far, 15 of the 258 people infected with the coronavirus have been hospitalized, including two over the last 24 hours.
DBEDT Offers Direct Links to Business Relief Applications
Applications will become available for some qualifying businesses as early as Friday.
West Hawai‘i Community Health Center Tests Over 100 for COVID-19
Testing results for COVID-19 continue to roll in at testing sites in West Hawai‘i.
Big Island COVID-19 Cases Climb Above 20
As of Wednesday, no patients on Hawai‘i Island had required coronavirus-related hospitalization.
Hawai‘i Police Get Financial Relief Among COVID-19 Pandemic
Under the terms of the grant program, state and county governments may use JAG funding to support purchases of personal protective equipment, hire additional officers, pay overtime.
Ali‘i Health to Host COVID-19 Screening, Testing Drives Twice a Week
Ali‘i Health Center will host its next COVID-19 screening and testing event on April 2 at the Keauhou Shopping Center, locating at 78-6831 Ali‘i Dr.
Elderly O‘ahu Man First COVID-19 Victim in Hawai‘i, DOH Assures Accuracy of Test
DOH erroneously announced that the first coronavirus death took place roughly one week ago but was forced to walk that back after the statement turned out to be false.
Slow Turnaround Times for COVID-19 Tests Compound Fears With Stress for Local Family
Department of Health Director Bruce Anderson described recent issues with turnaround times for COVID-19 tests as a “temporary situation.”
First Patient Dies of COVID-19 in Hawai‘i, DOH Says
As of noon Tuesday, 13 people had been hospitalized as a result of coronavirus infection, including one new patient overnight.
Small Business Loans Available Friday
Due to expected high demand, borrowers are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
Security Company Hiring on Big Island
Positions are needed in Kona for supermarkets, malls and general patrol. Complimentary transportation will be offered for employees living in Hilo working at job sites in Kona.
DOE Adds 10 Meal Pick-Up Locations Statewide
Parents or caregivers who pick up a meal must be accompanied by a child
DOH Releases Hawai‘i COVID-19 Virus Map
DOH on Monday evening released a map of COVID-19 infections across all four major Hawaiian Islands, which tracks where cases are most heavily concentrated.
