So Hawai'i managed to not Subvert Expectations with the announced COVID ease of restrictions, even though the restrictions are still very heavy, compared to other states and even other countries. Changes include:
Starting Wednesday, outdoor seated entertainment events, including sporting arenas and concert venues are allowed at 50 percent capacity, or a maximum of 1,000 attendees, whichever is less. All attendees must be vaccinated, masked, and physically distanced, and a mitigation plan is required. Other than water, no food or beverages will be allowed to be consumed. Those working at the event must comply with Safe Access Oahu protocols.
>> Indoor UH Wahine volleyball matches will be limited to 500 fans with the same restrictions beginning Oct. 20. The same rules also kick in for other indoor seated entertainment venues.
>> The same day, outdoor interactive events, including traditional gatherings such as weddings and funerals, will be allowed at 50 percent capacity or a maximum of 150 vaccinated attendees and event staff, whichever is smaller, and all must be masked. A mitigation plan will be required. Food and beverages will be allowed, as is masked mingling and interaction. Those working at the event must comply with Safe Access Oahu protocols. Children will be allowed.
>> Golf tournaments will be allowed for fully vaccinated golfers starting on Wednesday. Safe Access Oahu limits must be followed for indoor events related to any golf tournaments.
>> Road races and triathlons will be allowed with a maximum of 500 vaccinated participants, with staggered starts of groups of no more than 25 people beginning Wednesday.
>> At bars and restaurants with valid liquor licenses, alcohol service will be extended to midnight, effective immediately.
Although to be fair, given how Blue of a State Hawai'i is, there's still the chances of Expectations getting Subverted, given how many times the goalposts have been moved in regards to restrictions.