Big Island Coronavirus Updates
Ahead of the Curve?
Hawai‘i can now test up to 1,500 people per day, which is the third-highest rate in the nation.
Inter-Island Travelers to Face Mandatory Quarantine, Hawai‘i Gets $4 Billion in Aid
The circumnavigation of state law will allow out-of-state physicians and nurses to practice in Hawai‘i provided they are currently authorized to do so in another state.
Coronavirus Cases Eclipse 200 in Hawai‘i
O‘ahu was hit hardest with 16 new cases of COVID-19 in the last day, while Kaua‘i went 24 hours without a positive test result.
$4 Billion in Federal Aid Bound for Hawai‘i
Billions of dollars are on the way to Hawai‘i to help individuals, families, businesses and healthcare centers deal with various forms of fallout caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Senators Call for More Public Health Funding
These programs enable hospitals and public health departments to prepare to prevent, respond and rapidly recover from public health crises.
Big Island Identifies Four New Cases of COVID-19
Gov. David Ige’s stay-at-home proclamation remains in effect until April 30.
Poi Dog Deli Opens Keiki Food Fund
Hawai‘i families facing food insecurity amid the COVID-19 pandemic can find free keiki meals at Poi Dog Deli.
Trump Extends Federal COVID-19 Prevention Guidelines
Specific federal guidelines include working from home when and if possible, avoiding social gatherings of 10 or more people and staying out of night-life establishments like clubs and bars.
COVID-19 Cases Climb to 175 in Hawai‘i
According to the Department of Health, a total of 122,653 confirmed cases of COVID-19 have been reported nationwide, including 19,332 new cases over the last 24 hours.
Two Big Island Hotels Donate to Fight Against COVID-19
Hawai‘i Island hotels are donating supplies as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to keep several businesses closed and most Big Island residents confined to their homes.
Hawai‘i Businesses Say GET, Other Tax Relief Paramount to Survival
According to a Chamber survey, nearly half of all local businesses in the state are either closed or operating at a limited capacity.
Civil Defense Announces 11th COVID-19 Case on Big Island
Drive-up coronavirus testing will be offered Sunday in Hilo at the Civic Auditorium from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Library Services Suspended Amid Stay-at-Home Order
The Hawai‘i State Public Library System has suspended services at all locations and bookmobiles in adherence to Gov. David Ige’s stay-at-home order.
DOH: Antimalarial Medication Not a Treatment for COVID-19
The Hawai‘i Department of Health is warning the public about the dangers of taking non-approved medications to treat COVID-19.
3 New COVID-19 Cases Identified in Hawai‘i County
Three additional COVID-19 cases have been identified in Hawai‘i County bringing the total up to 10, according the Hawai‘i Department of Health Saturday afternoon.
Passenger Arrivals Continue to Plummet Amid COVID-19 Crisis
Only five visitors landed at the Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keahole on Friday.
HIDOE Seeks to Modify High School Commencement Requirements
The Hawai‘i State Department of Education is seeking approval from the Board of Education (BOE) to modify high school graduation and commencement requirements for the class of 2020.
174 Samples Taken at Ali‘i Health COVID-19 Testing Drive-Thru
A West Hawai‘i nurse transported approximately 174 COVID-19 tests to O‘ahu hours after collecting the samples during a drive-thru clinic at Old Kona Airport Park.
Jail Populations Reduce Statewide in Effort to Avoid Viral Breakout
Jail populations across the state have been significantly reduced in an effort to avoid a breakout of the novel coronavirus among inmates in its over-crowded facilities.
Hawai‘i to Receive ‘Minimum’ of $1.25 Billion in Federal Aid
Mayor Harry Kim said Hawai‘i County’s top priorities will be helping people who lost their jobs due to the global pandemic and businesses most affected because of the general economic downturn.
