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DOH Reports 7 New Cases of COVID-19 Monday
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported seven new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, bringing the statewide total to 1,030.
Internship Program Helps Businesses, High School Graduates Amid COVID-19 Crisis
Community leaders came together in a volunteer group named Connect Aloha, to contribute to the COVID-19 response, helping with food distribution and making keiki masks.
Drive-Through Voter Registration Available This Week
To register to vote, a person must be at least 18 years of age, a citizen of the United States, and a confirmed resident of Hawai‘i.
Libraries Extending Public Service Hours Starting Today
The Hawai‘i State Public Library System (HSPLS) will be expanding public service hours at branches to include some evening and weekend hours starting today.
Flood Advisory Issued for Leeward Side of Big Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flood Advisory for Hawai‘i County until 5 p.m.
Fresh Bags of Produce Available for Pickup on Tuesdays at Laʻiʻōpua Center
Free bags of produce will be available to residents every Tuesday at the Laʻiʻōpua Center in Kailua-Kona, starting this week.
Number of COVID-19 Cases in Hawaii Breaches 1,000
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reports 25 new COVID-19 cases this afternoon, bringing the statewide total to 1,023.
1 New COVID-19 Case Reported on Big Island Overnight
One COVID-19 case was identified overnight in Hawai‘i County bringing the number of active cases now to six as of today. One person is hospitalized.
Small Quake Rumbles Near Pahala
A 2.7-magnitude earthquake rumbled the northernmost part of Ka‘ū this morning. This is the third quake to hit the Big Island in two days.
Federal Funds to Bolster Transit on Multiple Counties
The Federal Transit Administration awarded the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation $8.9 million to support rural transit service in Kaua‘i and Hawai‘i Counties during the coronavirus pandemic.
Hawai‘i Out-of-State Arrivals Continue to Climb
During this same time last year, approximately 35,000 passengers arrived in the state daily, including residents and visitors.
Hawai‘i Nears 1K Cases of COVID-19
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 24 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, bringing the statewide total to 999.
Federal, State Agencies Patrol Big Island Waters for Maritime Violations
The US Coast Guard and NOAA Office of law enforcement crews conducted joint patrols in an effort to identify maritime violations and educate the public of marine life on and offshore.
Ige Orders Flags to Half-Staff for the Late Sen. Harimoto
Gov. David Ige has ordered that the flags of the United States and State of Hawai‘i shall be flown at half-staff next week as a mark of respect for the late Sen. Breene Harimoto.
Nonprofit Offers Funding For Extra-Curricular Activities
Little Big Tots Foundation is accepting applications for families with children that want to, or currently are, enrolled in extra-curricular activities.
Second Earthquake in 24 Hours Shakes South Flank of Kīlauea Volcano
A 4.3-magnitude earthquake occurred on the South flank of Kīlauea Volcano at 2:18 p.m. Friday.
Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center Hosts free Brown Bag Lunch Series
Ku‘ikahi’s Brown Bag Lunch Series is free and open to the public
Ige’s Quarantine Order Reasonable Due to Pandemic, Judge Rules
A US district judge has ruled that Hawai‘i’s 14-day quarantine order set as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic is reasonable.
Hawai‘i Reports 19th Coronavirus Death, 29 New Cases Friday
A total of 29 new cases of the virus were reported Friday, bringing the statewide total to 975 cases.
Former Homeless Move Into Micro-Village at Old A
A total of 18 units were constructed and will remain in place until the County’s new project, Kukuiola, is built off Kealakehe Parkway.
