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160 New COVID-19 Cases (137 O‘ahu, 20 Hawai‘i Island, Maui County 3), 4 Deaths
There were 160 new COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘i today including 137 on O‘ahu, three in Maui County and 20 on Hawai‘i Island. Hawai‘i’s COVID-19 death toll rose to 107 with the passing of four more O‘ahu residents.
Gradual Rollout of Blended Learning Expected in 2nd Quarter at Hawai‘i Schools
Governor David Ige joined superintendent Dr. Christina Kishimoto with the state Department of Education and Dr. Sarah Kemble, Asst. Hawai‘i State Epidemiologist today in announcing updated COVID-19 guidance for Hawai‘i’s public schools.
Coastal Zone Management Bill Becomes Law, Mitigating Erosion and Rising Sea Level Threats
The Hawai‘i State Senate announced that a bill protecting Hawai‘i’s coastal ecosystems was signed into law by Gov. David Ige. The enacted legislation includes a provision to ban further construction of sea walls and coastal hardening projects.
About 150 Tested for COVID-19 on Moloka‘i Drive Through Testing Event
The County of Maui reported testing about 150 individuals on Wednesday at a COVID-19 drive-through testing event at the Mitchell Pauole Community Center on Moloka‘i.
“Bizarre” Events Lead to Arrest of Aquarium Fish Collector on Hawai‘i Island
Steve Howard, 57, of Kailua-Kona, a well-known aquarium fisher, was arrested after a bizarre series of events that included a search and rescue operation. The fish collected had an estimated value of $17,000.
BREAKING: Hawaii’s Pre-Travel Testing Program to Start Oct. 15
Governor David Ige this afternoon confirmed that the state’s pre-travel testing program will launch on Oct. 15, enabling travelers to get a COVID-19 test no earlier than 72 hours prior to their flight arrival in Hawai‘i to avoid the 14-day mandatory quarantine if the test comes back negative for the virus.
Ali‘i Kula Lavender Open Two More Weekends Before Temporary Closure
Aliʻi Kula Lavender Farm in Kula on Maui announced it will be open for two more weekends before it transitions to a temporary closure starting on Oct. 1, 2020. Starting next month, the farm will be closed to visitors until further notice.
Vehicle Accident on S. Alu Street Knocks Out Power to Parts of Wailuku
Update: (1:29 p.m. 9.16.20) Power was restored to some affected customers shortly before 1:30 p.m. The vehicle involved in the crash caused damage to an electric pole, knocking out power to parts of Wailuku.
Red Placard Issued to Vietnamese Cuisine Restaurant in Kīhei, Maui
The Hawai‘i Department of Health issued a red placard to Vietnamese Cuisine Restaurant in Kihei, Maui. According to the DOH, the restaurant’s kitchen was allegedly infested with roaches among many other food safety violations and health hazards.
UH Agent Helps Feed Maui Community, and Local Ranchers Stay in Business
Beginning on Monday, Sept. 14, the program received Maui County approval to expand the ground beef purchase program to the island of Molokaʻi to support their ranchers and local harvest facility.
102 New COVID-19 Cases (97 O‘ahu, 4 Hawai‘i Island, 1 Out of State), 3 Deaths
There were 102 new COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘i today including 97 on O‘ahu, four on Hawai‘i Island and one case in a resident diagnosed outside of the state. Hawai‘i’s COVID-19 death toll rose to 103 with the passing of three more O‘ahu residents.
8th Annual Maui Tools for School Drive Pivots to Serve New Needs
Maui United Way’s 8th Annual Tools for School Drive with sponsorship from HMSA and Pacific Media Group took a different approach to address the emerging needs of keiki in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Doctors On Call Maui to Offer 2nd Drive-Up Rapid COVID-19 Testing At The Shops At Wailea
Doctors On Call will be offering drive-up rapid COVID-19 testing on Sunday, Sept. 20, 2020 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Shops At Wailea. Patients are asked to remain in their cars where a nurse will conduct the rapid COVID-19 test.
Gov. Ige’s Final Veto List Includes Five Items
Governor David Ige has notified House and Senate leaders of his final veto list, which includes five of the six measures that were on the Intent to Veto list submitted to lawmakers on Aug. 31.
Additional $70.3 Million In Federal Unemployment Dollars Heading To Hawai‘i
The new funding follows nearly $200 million in federal funding announced last month and $53.4 million announced last week.
Proposed Kā‘anapali Beach Restoration and Berm Enhancement Project
Beach restoration is proposed for the section of beach between Hanakaʻōʻō Beach Park and Hanakaʻōʻō Point and beach berm enhancement is proposed for the section of beach between Hanakaʻōʻō Point and Puʻu Kekaʻa.
Coffee Berry Borer Pest Confirmed on Lāna‘i
The coffee berry borer or CBB pest is confirmed in wild coffee on Lānaʻi. The discovery was made in August 2020, and marks the first detection on the island of CBB, which agricultural officials call “one of the most devastating pest of coffee plants.”
Two Residents of Roselani Place Pass Away, Awaiting Coroner’s Report on Cause of Death
Two residents of the Roselani Place assisted living community on Maui who had previously tested positive for COVID-19 have since passed away. The facility is awaiting the coroner’s report in both cases to determine if the deaths were caused by COVID-19.
66 New COVID-19 Cases (59 O‘ahu, 6 Hawai‘i Island, 1 Out of State), 1 Death
There were 60 new COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘i today including 59 on O‘ahu, six on Hawai‘i Island and one case in a resident diagnosed outside of the state. This is the third time in a week where the number of new cases statewide has dropped into the double-digits.
CARES Act Funds for Utility Bills Available Through End of Year
Since April 1, the County of Maui has committed about $10 million toward its H.E.L.P. Program in an effort to assist residents with paying for food, medicine, rent and utilities.
