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Hawai‘i DOH: “Delta” Variant Expected to Become Dominant Strain in a Month
The Delta variant of the COVID-19 virus is expected to double every two weeks, and will likely become the dominant variant in the islands in about a month or so, according to Hawai‘i Department of Health State Laboratories Division Administrator Dr. Edward Desmond.
June 26, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 64 Cases; 2 Deaths
64 cases: 41 O‘ahu (+1 probable); 8 Hawai‘i Island; 3 Maui; 10 out of state (+1 probable) The state Department of Health reports that there were 64 additional COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘i on Saturday. There were 62 cases identified as confirmed, and two probable cases were added to the count. The confirmed cases included: 41 […]
Support Local at “Start with a Cart” at Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center Happening Today
Queen Ka‘ahumanu Center launches “Start with a Cart” today to promote local businesses and provide free cart space for three months to the winner. The event, held in partnership with the County of Maui Office of Economic Development, also features a $250 cash prize from Hawaiʻi USA Federal Credit Union. Hawai‘i-made businesses looking to pivot […]
Ongoing Complaints Along Maui’s Scenic Hāna Highway Lead to 387 Parking Citations
The Maui Police Department issued 387 parking citations and 83 warnings to violators on Hāna Highway between Haʻikū and Hāna town over a three week period from June 1 and June 23.
June 25, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 55 Cases
The confirmed cases included: 27 on O‘ahu (+1 probable); seven on Maui (+2 probable); two on Hawai‘i Island; two on Kaua‘i; and seven in Hawai‘i residents diagnosed while out of state.
2 Cases of “Delta” Variant Detected on Maui; DOH Confirms 13 Cases in Four Counties
To date, nine cases of the Delta variant have been detected on O‘ahu, two on Maui, one on Kaua‘i and one on Hawai‘i island.
Update: Missing Woman Last Seen in Makawao on June 17
The Maui Police Department is requesting the public’s help with information on the whereabouts of 31-year-old Morgan Bocon.
House Bills Supporting Energy, Environmental Goals Signed into Law
Three House bills that support Hawaiʻi’s transition to clean ground transportation were signed into law on Thursday by Governor David Ige during a ceremony with lawmakers and guests standing alongside electric vehicles at Central Middle School on Oʻahu.
Stage 1 Water Shortage Declaration for Upcountry Maui Takes Effect July 2
A Stage 1 water shortage declaration will take effect July 2, 2021 for Upcountry Maui, due to dry conditions and high water use. Beginning July 2, the department will prohibit Upcountry water consumers from using water for irrigation, watering lawns, washing vehicles or other nonessential activities.
June 24, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 55 Cases
The confirmed cases included: 29 on O‘ahu; 11 on Maui (-1 probable); seven on Hawai‘i Island (-1 probable); seven on Kaua‘i; one on Moloka‘i; and two in Hawai‘i residents diagnosed while out of state.
Visitor Suffers Ankle Injury While Skydiving in East Maui
A 67-year-old California man suffered an ankle injury while on a skydiving jump in East Maui today.
BREAKING: Hawaiʻi Eases Travel and Gathering Guidelines on July 8 as Vaccination Rate Nears 60%
Hawaiʻi is expected to reach a 60% fully vaccinated rate by July 8, which will result in relaxed rules relating to travel and social gatherings.
Bills Relating to Human Trafficking, Divorce, and Child Exploitation Become Law
Governor David Ige today signed three bills into law, supported by the Women’s Legislative Caucus, relating to human trafficking, divorce and child exploitation.
Comment Period Reopens for Proposed Downlisting of the Hawaiian Stilt
The US Fish and Wildlife Service is reopening the public comment period on the published proposed rule to reclassify the aeʻo (Hawiian stilt) from endangered to threatened under the Endangered Species Act.
Maui Ocean Center Launches Nā Hoa Kai Membership for Kamaʻāina
Maui Ocean Center launches its Nā Hoa Kai annual membership for Hawaiʻi residents on Sunday, July 4, 2021.
Maui Police Say Officer was Assaulted During Attempted Arrest in Kahului
A Maui police officer suffered minor injuries on Wednesday while attempting to restrain a female suspect wanted on outstanding warrants.
Hawai‘i Supreme Court Upholds Coastal Zone Management Act in Kahoma Case
In a 5-0 decision, the Hawai’i Supreme Court recently upheld the integrity of the Coastal Zone Management Act in a case involving the Kahoma Village Project in West Maui.
June 23, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 42 Cases
The confirmed cases included: 12 on Hawai‘i Island (-1 probable); 26 on O‘ahu (-2 probable);one on Maui (+1 probable); one on Kaua‘i; and four in Hawai‘i residents diagnosed while out of state.
Eradication of “Yellow Crazy Ants” at Johnston Atoll Protects Seabird Colony
After combating “yellow crazy ants” for a decade, the US Fish and Wildlife Service has eradicated the invasive species, protecting vital seabird colonies at Johnston Atoll National Wildlife Refuge, part of the Pacific Remote Islands Marine National Monument.
More Enforcement Sought as Tourism Impacts Are Felt Along Hāna Highway
More enforcement is needed to deter illegal parking on the Hāna Highway, as rural residents deal with an influx of visitors and limited resources.
