There were 144 additional COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘i on Sunday, including eight on Maui and one on Lāna‘i. There were also six new COVID-19 deaths reported today.

Hawaiian Airlines is looking forward to welcoming back international travelers after an announcement this week from the Biden administration, outlining plans for a testing and vaccine program in November.

The Senate Committee on Ways and Means will be traveling to Maui on Oct. 18-20, 2021 to conduct site visits at various state and private facilities.  

Four UH schools saw enrollment increases: UH Mānoa, UH Hilo, Leeward Community College and Windward Community College. Overall enrollment at UH’s seven community colleges is down 3.2%.

Imagine a Day Without Water, on Oct. 21 is a day to pause and reflect on the value of water in our daily lives.

The state Department of Transportation is working on several road projects that will result in lane closures through Oct. 22, 2021.

Ekundu, a 13-year old male lion that was living at the Honolulu Zoo, died on Monday, with underlying health conditions after contracting SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19 in humans.

Representatives from the Department of Fire and Public Safety, Department of Police, Department of the Corporation Counsel, Department of the Prosecuting Attorney, Maui County’s Emergency Management Agency, and the Department of Liquor Control will be present at the meeting. 

The Maui Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for the Annual Mayor’s Small Business Awards in 2021. All nominees and winners will be honored during an event to be held on Thursday, Dec. 16.

To mark its 130-year anniversary, Hawaiian Electric contributed $160,000 in grants to 12 local organizations working to build a strong, sustainable and resilient Hawaiʻi.

“Our members told us financial education isn’t something kids are consistently learning in school,” said Gary Fukuroku, Maui County Federal Credit Union CEO/President. “We loved that Zogo combines a digital approach with insights from Duke University behavioral scientists to actually engage future generations.”

Maui United Way announced the addition of Shanda Vangas to its Board of Directors.

A total of 4,587 individuals have been hospitalized as a result of COVID-19 infection since the pandemic began, while at least 872 have died.

The body of a missing man, aged 56, was believed to be found.

The state’s seven-day average is now 123 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.9%.

Not having water is a reality for many people. Across Hawai‘i, some families still lack access to reliable and safe drinking water.

Weather experts anticipate a moderate wet season as drought conditions continue to plague the Hawaiian Islands.

Four UH schools saw enrollment increases: UH Mānoa, UH Hilo, Leeward Community College and Windward Community College.

A total of 4,587 individuals have been hospitalized as a result of COVID-19 infection since the pandemic began, while at least 872 have died.

Vaccinations are available 7 am – 6 pm at the QNHCH COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic Annex.

Hilo Today: Mostly cloudy with showers likely. Highs 76 to 82 near the shore to around 68 at 4000 feet. Northeast winds 10 to 15 mph. Chance of rain 70 percent. Tonight: Mostly cloudy. Showers likely in the evening, then scattered showers after midnight. Lows around 67 near the shore to around 53 at 4000 […]

The application deadline for Spring 2022 is Dec. 15, 2021.