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DOH Releases Halloween Guidance
The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) has released guidance to help families have a safe and fun Halloween despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
HPD Searching For Kona Man Reported Missing
Hawai‘i Island police are searching for a missing Big Island man.
Flags Ordered to Half-Staff All Week in Honor of General Powell
This action serves to honor the former US secretary of state and chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, who died Monday morning.
Hawai‘i Land Trust Moves $4 Million Closer to 640-Acre Purchase at Māhukona
In total, Hawaiʻi Land Trust has raised over $12 million of the $20 million needed for Māhukona’s purchase and perpetual stewardship, and is seeking matching public and private funds to complete the effort.
HPD Seeks Hilo Runaway
Hawai‘i Island police are searching for Kealii Kaniho, 15, who has been reported as a runaway.
Kamuela Philharmonic to Host Public Halloween Concert
The concert is free and open to the public, offering a symphonic selection of family music in celebration of Halloween.
State Surpasses 70% Vaccination Rate
More than 2 million doses of vaccine have been administered statewide.
Park, Playground Restoration Effort in Kona Seeks Help From Community
The Friends of Harold Higashihara Park are looking for volunteers to contribute to a community work day scheduled for next month.
County Completes Second Revitalize Puna Event
About 100 people, including Puna residents and County officials, participated in the online event via Zoom.
Enrollment Across UH System Increases
Four UH schools saw enrollment increases: UH Mānoa, UH Hilo, Leeward Community College and Windward Community College.
144 New Cases Statewide
A total of 4,587 individuals have been hospitalized as a result of COVID-19 infection since the pandemic began, while at least 872 have died.
COVID-19 Testing Schedule
Vaccinations are available 7 am – 6 pm at the QNHCH COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic Annex.
HCC Offers Virtual Workshops for 2022 Enrollment
The application deadline for Spring 2022 is Dec. 15, 2021.
DOH Reports 140 New Cases of COVID Saturday
The state’s seven-day average is now 123 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.9%.
DLNR to Co-Host Nationwide Water Awareness Event
Not having water is a reality for many people. Across Hawai‘i, some families still lack access to reliable and safe drinking water.
PSD to Offer Monetary Incentive to Inmates Who Obtain COVID-19 Vaccine
A one-time incentive award is being offered to Hawaiʻi prisoners who become fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
2021-22 Wet Season Outlook Predicts La Nina Conditions Across Hawaiian Islands
Weather experts anticipate a moderate wet season as drought conditions continue to plague the Hawaiian Islands.
