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Native Hawaiian Health Promoted Through $2 Million Grant
The Center for Indigenous Innovation and Health Equity will lead efforts, including research, education, service, and policy development related to addressing health disparities and advancing health equity in Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander populations.
DOH Reports 12 More COVID-Related Deaths
A total of 38 new infections were identified on the Big Island Wednesday.
Half of HCCC Inmate Population Vaccinated Against COVID-19
More than half of all the inmates at Hawaiʻi Community Correctional Center are now vaccinated against COVID-19.
Captain Cook Couple Kept Teenager Chained on Lanai, Prosecutor Says
A Captain Cook couple is facing charges after allegedly leaving a 14-year-old child chained up on a lanai porch on and off for the past year.
Big Island Hospitalizations Dip Below 40
It if the first time the number of COVID patients in Big Island hospitals has been below 40 in several weeks.
Captain Cook Couple Accused of Unlawful Imprisonment of Minor
A Captain Cook couple is facing 10 years in prison for allegedly imprisoning a minor.
Revitalize Puna Community Activation Event Set For October
These community activations kickoff 90-day action cycles involving Resilience Capacity Areas and Action Teams that are overseeing community-based actions as part of implementation of the Kīlauea Recovery and Resilience Plan.
DOH Reports Downward Trend of COVID-19 Cases 2 Days in a Row
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 280 new COVID-19 cases Tuesday, bringing the statewide total to 76,191. No new COVID-related fatalities were reported.
US Visitors Willing to Pay More for Authentic, Sustainable Experience, Study Shows
US visitors to the Hawaiian Islands are willing to pay more for an authentic and sustainable experience, a new study from the University of Hawaiʻi shows.
DOT Bumps Weight Limit for Vehicles on Kolekole Bridge
Staff will be stationed at the bridge to ensure load compliance as work continues on the longer-term repairs.
Red Flag Warning Issued for Kona, South Kohala
The National Weather Service in Honolulu issued a red flag warning for Kona and South Kohala, which remains in effect till Monday, Sept. 20, at 6 p.m.
New Grant to Help BISAC with Rural Wellness Hub Services
The Big Island Substance Abuse Council (BISAC) received a $15,000 grant from Hawaiian Electric to assist with providing services at their Rural Wellness Hubs.
59 New COVID-19 Cases Reported on Big Island
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 431 new COVID-19 cases Monday, bringing the statewide total to 75,911.
HDOT Schedules Emergency Repairs for East Hawaiʻi Bridge
An East Hawaiʻi bridge will be reduced to one lane all day for emergency repairs.
Hele-On Rerouted Due to Abrupt Closure of East Hawaiʻi Bridge
Check the twitter account: https://twitter.com/heleonbus or website: www.heleonbus.org for updated information.
FEMA Providing Assistance for COVID-19 Related Funeral Expenses
Registration and resources can be found at FEMA.gov.
Water Notice
Should you experience any unusual problems during or after the flushing period, call Mr. Carl Nishimura, District Supervisor, at (808) 961-8790.
