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Study: Hawai‘i Ranks Above Average For Flu Vaccinations
The results show Hawai‘i has the lowest percentage of residents avoiding medical care.
Mayor Kim Responds to State Report on Emergency Alert System
Mayor Kim expressed confidence in Gov. Ige, stressing a key priority needs to be proper training for personnel.
Gov. Ige Urges House to ‘Pass Death With Dignity Bill’
At least 30 states have either enacted or considered enacting similar Death with Dignity bills.
Hawai‘i Celebrated as the Best Classroom in the World
“Study Hawai‘i Day Celebrating Hawai‘i: the Best Classroom in the World!”
Hawai‘i Siren & Emergency Alert Test, March 1
The Warning Siren System, coordinated with the test of the Live Audio Broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System, is scheduled for March 1, at 11:45 a.m.
Schatz, Hirono Named to Committee on Budget & Appropriations Process Reform
U.S. Sens. Brian Schatz and Mazie K. Hirono were named to the Joint Committee on Budget and Appropriations Process Reform.
UH President Lassner Honored With CENIC Award
Over the last three decades, President Lassner has led projects to connect UH and critical global scientific instruments in Hawaiʻi.
Hirono, Inhofe Lead Call on DHS to Include Israel in Global Entry Program
Senators emphasized that Israel’s full membership and reciprocal privileges for Americans would grow the U.S. economy and strengthen national security.
Congress to Hold Press Conference on Net Neutrality National Day of Action
A press conference on national net neutrality day of action and Congressional Review Act resolution will be available live at 11 a.m., Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2018.
High Wind Advisory in Effect for Big Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Wind Advisory, which is in effect until 6 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28, 2018.
Hawai‘i Lt. Gov. Supports Death With Dignity Bill
Hawai‘i Lt. Gov. Doug Chin issued a statement announcing his support for House Bill 2730, the so-called ‘Death with Dignity’ measure.
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Donors Needed for Spring Blood Drive on Hawai‘i Island
Blood Bank of Hawai‘i will be accepting donations throughout March in East and West Hawai‘i.
Rep. Hanabusa Supports Wishes of People with Terminal Illness
Rep. Colleen Hanabusa submitted testimony in support of House Bill 2739.
Bill to Allow Sponsorship of County Assets
Hawai‘i County Council member Sue Lee Loy is introducing a bill to allow commercial entities to enter into sponsorship agreements with the County of Hawai‘i.
HPD Seeking Kea‘au Man Wanted on Warrant
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a 36-year-old Keaʻau man wanted for an outstanding warrant.
HI-SEAS ‘Mission to Mars’ Cancelled
The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Hawaiʻi Space Exploration Analog and Simulation (HI-SEAS) Mission VI has been cancelled as a crewmember has voluntarily withdrawn participation in the study.
Hawai‘i Driver’s Licenses Must Have Gold Star After October 2020
The DHS has mandated that all driver’s licenses used as ID to board flights and enter federal buildings must bear the gold star by Oct. 1, 2020.
UPDATE: 71-Year-Old Man Located
UPDATE 2:14 p.m.: Hawaiʻi Island police report that Erich Goobody who was reported as missing has been located. He was found in Hilo in good condition. ORIGINAL POST: Hawaiʻi Island police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating an elderly male who is in need of treatment and medication. Erich Goobody wandered off from his […]
Hilo Science Cafe Stirs Up Fun With Science
A new event series in Hilo is joining the public with local scientists to talk-story, learn a few things and have some fun.
Kaloko-Honokōhau Trail and Area Closures
Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park announces the following trail and area closures from 6 to 11 a.m.
