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Hawai‘i lab detects spread of Delta variant

Linda Hohnholz - editor
The Hawai‘i Department of Health’s State Laboratories Division (SLD) confirms the SARS-CoV-2 variant B.1.617.2, also known as the Delta variant of concern, is spreading in the state. To date there have been three cases of the Delta variant associated with travel from the continental United States. Two of those cases are on O‘ahu and one is on Hawai‘i Island. In addition, the State Laboratories Division has identified the Delta variant in... Read More
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14 New Hawaii COVID-19 Cases: 6/21

Linda Hohnholz - editor
In the latest COVID-19 cases report from the Government of the Aloha State, 14 new Hawaii COVID-19 cases were reported bringing the total to 37,367 (up 0% from the previous day). To date, 1,708,962 COVID-19 tests have been conducted with 35,419 resulting in a positive reading and marking today’s positivity rate at 1.1%. Currently, the average daily cases is 39.1. There were a total of 632 cases reported in the past... Read More

Hawaii hotel revenue on the upswing

Linda Hohnholz - editor
In May 2021, Hawaii hotels statewide reported substantially higher revenue per available room (RevPAR), average daily rate (ADR), and occupancy compared to May 2020. When compared to May 2019, statewide daily room rates in May 2021 were higher but occupancy and RevPAR were lower. Hawaii’s quarantine order for travelers due to the COVID-19 pandemic began on March 26, 2020, which immediately resulted in dramatic declines for the hotel industry. Year-to-date, the... Read More
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New GM for Oʻahu Transit Services

Linda Hohnholz - editor
The City and County of Honolulu's Department of Transportation Services (DTS) is proud to welcome Robert Yu as President and General Manager of Oʻahu Transit Services, Inc. (OTS), the non-profit organization that manages TheBus and Handi-Van. Robert starts his new position on July 1, 2021. Robert Yu spent 26 years at OTS as the Senior Vice President and Deputy General Manager, the Senior Vice President of Finance and Administration and the... Read More
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3 Deaths and 44 New Hawaii COVID-19 Cases: 6/18

Linda Hohnholz - editor
In the latest COVID-19 cases report from the Government of the Aloha State, 44 new Hawaii COVID-19 cases were reported bringing the total to 37,214 (up 0.1% from the previous day). To date, 1,699,102 COVID-19 tests have been conducted with 35,277 resulting in a positive reading and marking today’s positivity rate at XX%. Currently, the average daily cases is 42.6. There were a total of 660 cases reported in the past... Read More
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Make sure you have a HOLO card to ride TheBus starting July 1

Linda Hohnholz - editor
The City and County of Honolulu's Department of Transportation Services (DTS) is reminding the public that HOLO cards will be replacing paper TheBus passes starting next month. The HOLO card delivers added convenience for people who ride TheBus. Starting July 1, 2021, paper Monthly TheBus Passes and the 1-Day Pass will no longer be available for purchase. Riders will instead need to have a HOLO electronic fare card with money or... Read More
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NCIS Hawai’i filming on Oahu: And action!

Linda Hohnholz - editor
The Honolulu Film Office announced the start of production this week on the CBS series “NCIS: Hawai'i.” “We are thrilled to welcome NCIS: Hawai'i,” said Mayor Rick Blangiardi. “This represents another major production in the long-line of blockbuster hits by CBS Studios filmed right here on O‘ahu. High-end film productions like NCIS represent one of the strongest and most immediate forms of economic diversification available to us, which is particularly important... Read More
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Honolulu Youth Commission accepting applications for Commissioners

Linda Hohnholz - editor
Applications for Commissioners on the first-ever Honolulu Youth Commission will be accepted beginning Thursday, June 17, 2021 through Friday, July 16, 2021. The Youth Commission will be comprised of fifteen (15) members, appointed from candidates across the island, to serve as voluntary advisors to the Mayor and City Council on issues important to youth and their communities. “Listening to our youth today is an investment in a better tomorrow,” said Mayor... Read More
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36 New Hawaii COVID-19 Cases: 6/17

Linda Hohnholz - editor
In the latest COVID-19 cases report from the Government of the Aloha State, 36 new Hawaii COVID-19 cases were reported bringing the total to 37,170 (up 0.1% from the previous day). To date, 1,695,719 COVID-19 tests have been conducted with 35,247 resulting in a positive reading and marking today’s positivity rate at 1%. Currently, the average daily cases is 46.9 There were a total of 694 cases reported in the past... Read More
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Hawaii celebrates Make Music Day on June 21

Linda Hohnholz - editor
The Mayor’s Office of Culture and the Arts, in partnership with Royal Hawaiian Center and Make Music Hawaiʻi, presents MAKE MUSIC DAY on Monday, June 21, 2021.  Enjoy free performances at the Royal Grove in the Royal Hawaiian Center, Waikīkī from 11 a.m. through 7:30 p.m. Live performances will showcase music and dance from Hawaiʻi, Sāmoa, Tahiti, and Korea. Make Music Day is held every year on June 21st in over... Read More
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Honolulu Mayor all for Transient Accommodations Tax

Linda Hohnholz - editor
The original intent of the Transient Accommodations Tax (TAT) was to help the counties fund visitor-related expenditures, including police and fire protection, lifeguard services, facility and infrastructure maintenance, and debt service for parks, beaches, roads, sewage systems. Prior to the pandemic, the City and County of Honolulu (City) received approximately $45M annually as part of a state TAT allocation to all counties in the sum of $103M. Due to the pandemic,... Read More
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Free Medicare enrollment help for Hawaii residents

Linda Hohnholz - editor
Are you turning age 65 soon? Learn about signing up for Medicare from the comfort of your home or office. The Hawaii State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) is here to help you navigate the complexities of Medicare and avoid late enrollment penalties. If you are becoming eligible for Medicare because of a disability, this event is for you, too. During the pandemic, State Health Insurance Assistance Programs (SHIPs) are providing... Read More
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Ala Wai and Ted Makalena Golf Courses restore limited stand-by/walk-in play

Linda Hohnholz - editor
Effective Sunday, June 20, 2021, Ala Wai Golf Course and Ted Makalena Golf Course will allow limited stand-by/walk-in play, based on availability, for golfers without an advanced tee time reservation. Stand-by/walk-in golfers will be required to follow the Golf Course Division waiting list protocols and continue to follow the current safety guidelines for O‘ahu golf courses established under Aloha Section PGA, Hawai‘i Golf Phase 3R: Masks shall be worn indoors at... Read More
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1 Death and 30 New Hawaii COVID-19 Cases: 6/16

Linda Hohnholz - editor
In the latest COVID-19 cases report from the Government of the Aloha State, 30 new Hawaii COVID-19 cases were reported bringing the total to 37,134 (up 0.1% from the previous day). To date, 1,690,786 COVID-19 tests have been conducted with 35,202 resulting in a positive reading and marking today’s positivity rate at 1%. Currently, the average daily cases is 49.6. There were a total of 699 cases reported in the past... Read More

Positive changes moving travel forward in Hawai’i starting now!

Linda Hohnholz - editor
The State of Hawai’i is excited to ease travel restrictions as a direct result of Hawaii’s robust vaccination rate. Beginning June 15, 2021, travelers entering the state who have been fully vaccinated in Hawai‘i may bypass quarantine without a pre-travel test with all restrictions on inter-county travel lifted. The vaccination record document must be uploaded to Safe Travels or printed out prior to departure and hard copy in hand when arriving... Read More