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Hawaiʻi Infection Average Presses Upward of 700 Daily
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 571 new COVID-19 cases Monday,
Mayor Roth Recognizes Donkey Mill Art Center
The themes explored in each art class provided young artists with a deepened understanding of Hawaii’s native species, the ‘āina and the ocean.
Hawaii Coffee Association Presents Legislature Award
The legislation extends the sunset date of the program to June 2023 and stipulates annual subsidy caps per acre of treated coffee.
‘Āina Ho‘okupu O Kīlauea Recieves $50,201 from OHA
The purpose of the 2021 – COVID-19 Impact and Response Grant is to serve the Native Hawaiian lāhui in alignment with the strategic foundations, directions, and outcomes of the 15-year Mana i Mauli Ola Strategic Plan.
Police Seek Help with Missing Woman
Police ask anyone with any information about this case to call the Police Department’s non-emergency line at 935-3311.
Hawaii and the Castle Foundation Celebrate Root for Innovation
The effort is part of Elemental Excelerator’s larger strategy to develop a climate workforce and inspire 10,000 climate jobs over the next five years in Hawaiʻi and beyond.
DAR Begins Hosting Virtual Talk Story Sessions
In the coming months, DAR will be hosting bi-monthly scheduled fisher talk-stories for the entire state.
Hawaii Writer Selected for Facebook Initiative
portunity to foster deeper connections w.ith their audiences on Facebook with Bulletin, which brings together writing and audio content
UH Extramural Funding Hauls in Near Record Amount
UH Mānoa, the flagship campus of UH’s 10-campus system, topped the extramural award amounts this year with $352.6 million.
Kealakekua Man Arrested After Fatal Shooting
Detectives from the Area II Criminal Investigation Section are continuing the investigation.
Hawai‘i Beach Safety Week Runs Aug. 22-28
Gov. David Ige has proclaimed Aug. 22-28 Hawai‘i Beach Safety Week.
High Surf Advisory Issued for East-Facing Shores
A high surf advisory is in effect until 6 a.m. Monday, Aug. 23.
Remnants of Former Tropical Storm Linda to Cause Potential Flooding Across State
Remnants from former Tropical Storm Linda have the potential to bring flooding rains to all Hawaiian Islands on Sunday through Monday, officials announced this afternoon.
Kanuha Recognized by Hawaiʻi Coffee Association
For the first time ever, the Hawaiʻi Coffee Association (HCA) presented a Legislator of the Year award to Sen. Dru Mamo Kanuha (D-Kona, Kaʻu) for his work in protecting the Big Islandʻs coffee industry.
126 New COVID-19 Cases Reported on Big Island
The Hawaiʻi Department Health reported 763 new COVID-19 cases as of Saturday, bringing the statewide total to 55,206. One new COVID-related death was reported.
Mandatory Weekly Testing for Unvaccinated County Employees to Start Aug. 29
Unvaccinated county employees will be required to submit a weekly COVID-19 test starting Aug. 29.
Volcano Watch: ‘Ailā‘au—the Largest Subaerial Kīlauea Lava Flow
Kīlauea volcano alternates between periods dominated by lava flows, such as the one we are currently in, and periods of explosive activity.
Hilo Attorneys Honored for Providing Free Legal Consultations During the Pandemic
Thirty-one Big Island attorneys were recognized for their volunteer work on the virtual Hilo Self-Help Center.
Statewide Flash Flood Watch Issued for Sunday, Monday
Everyone should continue to monitor forecasts and be prepared to take action should flash flood warnings be issued.
