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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.
Ocean View Man Accused of Burglary, Violating Lockdown Order
An Ocean View man was taken into custody this morning in connection with a burglary at a Kaʻū restaurant.
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.
Hawai‘i Arrivals Diminish Further As Quarantine Kicks In
A total of 109 people flew into Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keāhole. Only 18 of them were visitors.
Two New Cases of COVID-19 Confirmed on Big Island
The Department of Health on Friday confirmed 14 new cases of coronavirus across all islands, bringing the total up to 120. A week ago, only two cases had been confirmed.
County Schedules Work at Key Kona Intersections
The county will start work to improve traffic flow for right-hand turns at key Kona intersections next month.
HPD Releases Outstanding Warrants for March 27, 2020
Hawai‘i Police Department released its weekly outstanding warrants list.
High Surf Advisory for East-Facing Shores
The National Weather Service has issued a high surf advisory for east-facing shores.
As Quarantine Kicks In, Hawai‘i Arrivals Plummet
Residents without recent travel histories are allowed some freedom to travel out of their homes for the purposes of exercise and to address essential needs, such as buying groceries and picking up prescriptions. Those under quarantine based on travel do not have the same freedoms.
Ali‘i Health to Host COVID-19 Pop-Up Clinics Every Saturday
Ali‘i Health Center will host a COVID-19 pop-up clinic at Old Kona Airport this coming Saturday, March 28, 2020.
COVID-19 Pushes All Primary Voting to Mail-In Ballots
The Democratic Party of Hawai‘i has canceled plans for walk-in voting on April 4, 2020, due to COVID-19.
Kona Woman First Arrested Under Lockdown Order
Hawai‘i’s first arrest under Gov. David Ige’s stay-at-home, work-at-home order has been made in Kailua-Kona.
Hawai‘i Surpasses 100 Cases of Coronavirus
Thus far, at least seven hospitalizations have resulted from COVID-19 infection across the state.
Loan Forbearance for DHHL Mortgages Available
Lessees or borrowers who may need additional time beyond the six-month allotment can request relief from the Department and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
State Takes Steps to Help Hawai‘i Residents amid COVID-19 Pandemic
With the first day of a statewide stay-at-home mandate in the books, Gov. David Ige emphasized the importance of compliance in combatting the coronavirus pandemic.
Nurse Believes Big Island Hospital’s Policies Could Spread COVID-19
“The risk cannot be quantified,” Hilo Medical Center said. “There are no studies on prolonged use of PPE.”
High Surf, Wind, Gale Warnings Extended
Northeast winds 20 to 30 mph with localized gusts over 50 mph.
Scams Increase Around COVID-19 Pandemic, Hawaiian Electric Says
Earlier in the day, an Oʻahu customer lost more than $300 after a scammer called and threatened to cut off electric service to the customer’s home.
Lane Closures for Māmalahoa Highway Widening in Waimea Starts Sunday
Hawai‘i County’s Department of Public Works will reduce a section of Māmalahoa Highway in Waimea to one alternating lane of travel for road widening improvements.
Big Island Hospital Seeks PPE Donations
Items requested include medical-grade goggles, face shields, surgical/N95 masks and gowns/disposable protective suits. All items must be new and in original packaging.
