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Former Gov. Ariyoshi Inducted Into Aloha Order of Merit
Former Gov. George Ariyoshi received one of the state’s highest honors when he was inducted into the Hawai‘i State Aloha Order of Merit.
UPDATE: Flood Advisory Cancelled for Big Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flood Advisory for the Island of Hawaii until 6 p.m.
REPORT: Senior Citizens in Hawai‘i Rank 3rd for Highest Debt
Experian has just released a new study that takes a look at debt and credit for senior citizens in the United States.
UPDATE: Repairs Have Been Completed to Water Main Breaks
The Department of Water Supply reports two water outages due to water main breaks, one in North Kohala and one in the Papā‘ikou area of North Hilo.
Senators Introduce Bill to Expand Healthcare for Veterans in Pacific Region
Sens. Brian Schatz and Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) introduced the Compacts of Free Association Veterans Review Act on Monday, April 29, 2019.
UH Hilo Transferring Management of NHERC to HawCC
Officials are looking to transfer management of the North Hawai‘i Education and Research Center (NHERC) in Honoka‘a from UH Hilo to HawCC.
Tabios Recognized as 2019 CDC Childhood Immunization Champion
DOH and the HIC congratulate medical assistant, Isabelleza Kris Tabios, for receiving the 2019 Childhood Immunization Champion Award.
42 Seniors to Receive Scholarships From HLTA
Forty-two seniors from public high schools across the Hawaiian Islands will each receive a $1,000 scholarship.
Water Main Breaks Near Pāpa‘ikou Post Office
Pāpaʻikou customers may experience no water or low water pressure while DWS personnel repair a water main break near the Pāpaʻikou Post Office.
Sen. Hirono Addresses Deferred Maintenance at Schools of Agriculture
Sen. Hirono sent a bipartisan letter to to request $50 million in funding to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture.
UPDATE: Water Main Break Closes Kohala High & Elementary Schools
The Department of Water Supply reports a water outage in North Kohala due to water main break.
Flood Advisory Issued for Big Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flood Advisory for the Island of Hawai‘i until 10:45 p.m.
De Silva Elementary Principal Named 2019 NDP Honoree
HEMSAA named Principal Dennis O’Brien, from Ernest Bowen De Silva Elementary on the Big Island, a National Distinguished Principal honoree.
Big Island Blood Drives Announced for May
Many celebrations take place in May—Mother’s Day, Memorial Day and graduation ceremonies.
Public Urged to Participate on Proposed Maunakea Rules
Public invited to provide feedback on the latest draft of the proposed administrative rules to govern public and commercial activities on Maunakea.
USS Cheyenne Returns From Deployment
The Los Angeles-class fast attack submarine USS Cheyenne (SSN 773) returned from a deployment to Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, on Friday, April 26, 2019.
ACLU HAWAI‘I: Bail Bills a Start, But More Work Needed
The American Civil Liberties Union of Hawai‘i (ACLU) reviewed the final versions of HB 1552 and SB 192.
Hawaiʻi Ranks 3rd in U.S. for Post-Grads with Most Debt
Hawaiʻi ranks 3rd in the nation with graduates owing an average balance of $196,610.
Legislature Passes Landmark Bail Reform Bill
To address overcrowded jails and bring equity to our system of bail, on Friday, April 26, 2019, House and Senate conferees passed HB 1552 HD2 SD2 CD1.
Scheduled Lane & Road Closures: April 27–May 3
The State of Hawai‘i Department of Transportation and the County of Hawai‘i Department of Public Works have announced the following temporary road and lane closures.
