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Hawaii Daily COVID-19 Update: Joint information News

Linda Hohnholz - editor
Thursday, March 26, 2020: Hawaii Daily COVID-19 Update Office of the Governor Gov. David Ige’s third supplementary proclamation Monday, ordering the entire state to stay at home and work from home started today and continues through April 30, 2020 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, Mar. 25 through Apr. 30. Essential workers are exempt. This order is intended to stop the spread of COVID-19 in our communities. https://governor.hawaii.gov/newsroom/latest-news/office-of-the-governor-news-release-governor-ige-issues-statewide-order-to-stay-at-home-work-from-home-to-fight-covid-19/ Gov. Ige’s second supplemental emergency proclamation ordering all... Read More
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Hawaii Officials Call for End of Sweeps of Houseless Community during COVID-19

Linda Hohnholz - editor
According to Hawaii public health officials, houseless people being relocated to a shelter, where people are in close quarters to each other, increases someone’s risk for contracting COVID-19 compared to being allowed to stay in their own tents or other forms of shelter. Instead, public health experts recommend houseless people remain in place and resources be brought to them. The American Civil Liberties Union of Hawaii (ACLU of Hawaii), Lieutenant Governor... Read More
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Hawaii COVID-19 Daily Update

Linda Hohnholz - editor
Counties Roll Out Plans to Mitigate the Spread of COVID-19 Following the State of Hawai‘i’s plan for “15-Days to Slow the Spread” of COVID-19, Hawai‘i’s mayors have recently implemented county plans that are geared to their island residents. Department of Health supports everyone’s efforts to keep the community safe and healthy. “We can be more effective in mitigating the spread of COVID-19 if everyone takes these aggressive actions seriously,” said Bruce... Read More
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Hawaii Parks: City & County Closes Parks on Oahu

Linda Hohnholz - editor
The City & County of Honolulu announced today at a virtual press conference that as of tomorrow, Thursday, March 19, 2020, all city & county parks will be closed on the island of Oahu in Hawaii. Beaches will remain open. This can be a bit confusing since many of the parks are connected to a beach, like Ala Moana Beach Park. This park is located just outside Waikiki across the yacht... Read More
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Hawaii DOH Launches COVID-19 Website

Linda Hohnholz - editor
Today, the Hawaii Department of Health (DOH) unveiled a new website for the public to access the latest information on COVID-19 in Hawaii. The State of Hawaii has mobilized an inter-agency collaborative effort to keep the community safe and healthy. The website, hawaiicovid19.com will go live at 3 pm. The website provides timely information and resources on the coronavirus, including guidance on how to prevent and mitigate community spread, common symptoms... Read More
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Three new confirmed cases of COVID-19 coronavirus on Oahu and Maui

Linda Hohnholz - editor
As of March 16, 2020, as of 3:30 pm, there are a total of 10 confirmed or presumptive positive cases of COVID-19 in Hawaii. Three new positive results were announced today for two Oahu residents, and one visitor on Maui. The Department of Health (DOH) is monitoring all of these individuals and supervising their isolation as well as the self-quarantine of their family members. COVID-19 testing is not for individuals who... Read More
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Hawaii COVID-19 Daily Update

Linda Hohnholz - editor
DOH Guidance on Public Events and Group Gatherings To protect the public’s health and wellbeing, the Hawaii Department of Health is recommending large, crowded gatherings or public events that include 100 people or more be postponed or canceled. These events include concerts and conferences, as well as professional, college and school sporting events. The Department of Health is recommending smaller gatherings held in enclosed spaces that do not allow social distancing... Read More
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Official COVID-19 Statement by the Hawaii Department of Health

Juergen Steinmetz
The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) was notified today by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that an adult male who traveled to Maui from Jan. 28 to Feb. 3 and to Oahu from Feb. 3-7 has been confirmed for COVID-19. The individual is a Japanese national who developed severe symptoms, sought medical care, and was diagnosed and tested after leaving Hawaii and returning home to Japan. The Department... Read More
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Authentically Hawaiian Hotel Molokai Gets Fresh New Look

Linda Hohnholz - editor
Travelers have enjoyed Hotel Molokai's laid-back atmosphere and aromatic Hawaiian breezes for over 50 years. Today, the hotel unveiled a new brand identity that brings modern appeal to its storied history. Along with a new logo and property signage, Hotel Molokai's rebrand includes a revamped website to help guests plan a dream getaway to what's known as the birthplace of hula and Hawaii's "Friendly Isle." "We're excited to have a visual... Read More
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Visiting Kauai North Shore: Maybe not after understanding new rules

Linda Hohnholz - editor
The Kauai Visitors Bureau (KVB) is reminding visitors headed to the Garden Island about new rules that have been recently introduced following the reopening of access to Haena State Park, which includes the Kalalau Trail, Hanakapiai Falls and Kee Beach on the island’s famed north shore. The newly-implemented rules set forth will not only reduce congestion and limit vehicular traffic, but also help protect cultural and natural resources from overuse. This... Read More
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Maui’s newest and most exclusive rental estate redefines luxury accommodation

Linda Hohnholz - editor
​There’s a new player in the luxury rental accommodation space on Maui – one that blends modern features, amenities and services with deep roots in the island’s storied history. Haiku House Maui publicly announced today that it is accepting bookings for stays on its property. The news is set to shake up the hotel and hospitality industry on Maui, offering a unique, upscale hotel alternative not found anywhere else on the... Read More
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Volunteers to place 2,390 memorial flags at Pearl Harbor

Linda Hohnholz - editor
Local volunteer groups, including military members, civilians, and youth organizations, will be placing 2,390 flags throughout the Pearl Harbor Visitor Center on Thursday, each with the name of a service member or civilian who was killed as a result of the Pearl Harbor attack. The flags will remain in place throughout the weekend and on Memorial Day, Monday, May 27. Come see the volunteers this Thursday, May 23, from 3:30 pm... Read More
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Waikiki Tea: First and only location to offer variety of Lady M New York cakes

Linda Hohnholz - editor
Hawaii's much-anticipated boutique tea and cake café has arrived! Waikiki Tea officially opened its doors in Honolulu, Hawaii, on April 28, 2019. Conveniently located in Waikiki at 234 Beach Walk, Waikiki Tea is the perfect café and shopping stop for tea, cakes, and omiyage. Waikiki Tea is the first and only location to offer a variety of Lady M New York cakes. Lady M cakes are offered by the slice or... Read More
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The Modern Honolulu hotel slapped with federal charges for worker lay off

Linda Hohnholz - editor
The Modern Honolulu recently notified 78 workers—nearly 30% of the workers at the hotel—that they will be laid off within the next 30 days. Federal charges assert that The Modern violated employees’ federal labor law rights and refused to bargain in good faith with the union. UNITE HERE Local 5 filed federal unfair labor practice charges with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) today against The Modern Honolulu, which is owned... Read More

Hilton Hawaiian Village: About to strike

Juergen Steinmetz
The strike authorization comes after weeks of negotiations with Hilton for a contract covering 1,700 Hilton Hawaiian Village hotel workers. Workers complain that the company is not yet addressing key issues specific to the hotel. Desiree Hee, a member from Hilton Hawaiian Village Accounting department voted yes to strike: “I voted yes because I’m tired of technology and automation combining our jobs—meaning one person doing more than one type of work.... Read More