Maui News
Checkpoints Aim to Add Layer of Protection for Hāna
The checkpoints are intended to protect the isolated community, which has limited medical resources, by restricting road traffic to East Maui residents only. The checkpoints are after Twin Falls on the Hāna Highway at at ʻUlupalakua Ranch on Piʻilani Highway.
Letter: Mayor Victorino Urges Governor to Reconsider Rules Related to Exercise on the Beach
Maui Mayor Michael Victorino today sent a letter to Governor Ige urging him to reconsider or clarify rules “to expressly allow exercise activities to occur on the beaches.” The letter comes on the heels of Governor Ige’s latest proclamation that includes an order that closes all state beaches.
Construction Kicks Off For Big Island Emergency Shelter
A new emergency shelter program kicked off with construction of 32 shelters on Saturday at the Hawai’i Island County’s NAS Pool parking lot.
Petition Urges County Compromise on Governor’s Order That Makes it Illegal to Walk or Run on State Beaches
The petition had garnered more than 3,000 signatures by 6:42 p.m. on Saturday. The petition comes on the heels of Governor Ige’s latest proclamation that includes an order that essentially makes it illegal to walk or run on the beach for exercise.
Hawaiian Airlines Flies 2 Million Face Masks to Hawai’i
Hawaiian Airlines, in partnership with the grassroots community group Every1ne Hawai‘i, today chartered a cargo flight to bring 2 million face masks to Hawai‘i from China.
Gabbard: American People Need to be Protected From ‘Corporate Corrupting Influence at the Pentagon’
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (HI-02) issued the following statement in response to news that the Department of Defense is proposing to weaken the rules put in place three years ago to “protect the American people from corporate corrupting influence at the Pentagon.”
Salvation Army Receives $20K For Meal Distributions
The Salvation Army Hawaiian & Pacific Islands has received a $20,000 grant from CVS Health to support its response to the COVID-19 outbreak across the islands.
Hawai‘i Coronavirus Total Now 574: 21 New Cases, Maui Total is 104
Maui County has 2 new cases for a total of 104 confirmed positive. Of the 104 cases in Maui County, at least 52 have been released from isolation, 7 have required hospitalization, and there have been three COVID-19 related deaths in Maui County.
Nearly 500 Out-of-State Passengers Arrive in Hawai‘i on Friday; 28 on Maui
On Maui, there were 28 individuals who arrived from out-of-state including seven crew members, 10 residents and 11 visitors.
Hawai‘i Judiciary Postpones Trials Until End of May
Trials in civil, criminal, and family courts in Hawaiʻi will be postponed to a date after May 29, 2020 or after the termination of Gov. David Ige’s state of emergency, whichever is sooner.
Medical-Grade Mask Project on Maui Needs More Volunteers
Despite news surrounding supplies of medical-grade filter face-masks arriving on island, leaders with The Maui Filter Face Mask Project say they continue to receive requests daily from clinical staff at both county hospitals and health agencies for assistance.
Maui Health Foundation Donates Ventilators to Maui Memorial Medical Center
The equipment was delivered to the hospital this week, tested, and distributed to the floors to be used as needed. The Foundation purchased seven ventilators and the remaining three were donated by MultiCare Health System, a not-for-profit health care organization in Washington.
Near Fatal: Pedestrian Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries in Maui Veterans Highway Crash
A 72-year-old Kīhei man suffered life-threatening injuries after being struck by a vehicle on the Maui Veterans (Mokulele) Highway last night. Police say the man was illegally crossing the highway, walking westbound within the southbound lane of travel, when he was struck by a 2011 Kia Optima that was traveling southbound (towards Kīhei).
Mayor Victorino issues statement on Governor’s supplemental proclamation
“The Governor stated that his proclamation only allows water activities, and does not allow walking or running on the beaches for exercise purposes,” Mayor Michael Victorino said. “My proclamation previously allowed exercise on the beaches, so this is a notable change for residents.”
Permanent Checkpoints for Hāna, Maui; Running and Walking on Beach is NOT Permitted
Two Permanent checkpoints to make sure only residents are traveling to Hāna: (1) after Twin Falls and (2) past Kēōkea. This will start on Saturday, April 18, 2020. Governor’s office and Attorney General clarified today that people are NOT allowed to walk and run on the beach for exercise. This is stricter than Maui County’s rules.
Hawai‘i Public School Campuses Closed Through End of School Year
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education announced today the continuation of enrichment and distance learning through May 28, the last day of the 2019-20 school year. The decision was made based on the latest guidance and information from health officials and elected leaders.
All Hawai‘i Beaches Closed by Governor’s Supplementary Proclamation
Under these new rules, all beaches are closed, which means no sitting, standing, lying down, lounging, sunbathing, or loitering on beaches and sandbars. People can still cross beaches to access the ocean for outdoor exercise like surfing, solo paddling and swimming as long as social distances are maintained.
Mayor Interview: Mask Use in Maui County, Unemployment Discussion
Maui Mayor Michael Victorino is providing updates on Pacific Media Group’s network of Maui stations as the County continues to adjust to the COVID-19 pandemic. Today, the Mayor spoke with Shane Kahalehau of KPOA 93.5 FM on Maui, and shared his thoughts on new cases, mask use in Maui County and unemployment.
Governor Ige Orders Eviction Moratorium
Gov. David Ige signed a fifth emergency supplementary proclamation that includes an eviction moratorium — which prevents any eviction from a residential dwelling for failure to pay rent. Previously, all eviction proceedings and pending eviction orders were suspended with the closure of the Hawai‘i State Judiciary during the COVID-19 crisis.
Hawai‘i Coronavirus Total Now 553: 12 New Cases, Maui Total is 102
Maui County has 7 new cases for a total of 102 confirmed positive. Of the 102 cases in Maui County, at least 52 have been released from isolation, and 7 have required hospitalization.
