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Hawai‘i’s Top Court in Favor of Ending Emergency COVID Orders Related to Release of Certain Inmates
Four of the five Hawai‘i Supreme Court justices are in favor of ending emergency safety rules that allow for the release of specific inmates from jails and prisons statewide due to COVID-19 concerns and overcrowding.
Entire UH Football Team Heads to Quarantine Following Eight Positive Tests
The student-athletes are quarantining at their places of residence and will be monitored by the athletic department’s medical team and academic support staff.
11 New COVID Cases Identified at University of Nations
Eleven new COVID-19 cases were identified on the Kona campus of the University of the Nations.
COVID-19 Numbers Recede Noticeably For First Time in More Than Two Weeks
The state’s two-week average is 95 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.8%.
Health Insurance Savings Available as Special Enrollment Period Extended
Consumers will save, on average, $50 per person per month and $85 per policy per month, according to a state press release.
HDOA Looks to Grow Local Ag Through New Financial Initiative
The Hawai`i Department of Agriculture (HDOA) is now accepting proposals for the Grow Hawai`i Agriculture Initiative 2021.
PGV to Host Virtual Community Meeting Next Week
Due to the pandemic, PGV has periodically hosted virtual community meetings and will continue to do so until a return to in-person meetings is advisable.
County in Process of Reopening Open-Air Covered Play Courts
Hawai‘i County is in the process of reopening three open-air covered play courts, located in Pāhoa, Pana‘ewa, and Waimea.
High Surf Advisory Extended for the Big Island
A high surf advisory for the Big Island has now been extended until 6 p.m. Thursday.
Vaccine Passport Pilot Programs in Development
The process, however, will not be simple or quick, and the federal government announced last week that it has no plans to offer help in the form of a national vaccinated persons database.
Big Island Man Shot in Head, Police Open Attempted Murder Investigation
Detectives from the Area II Criminal Investigations Section responded to the scene and are continuing this investigation.
High Surf Advisory Issued For Big Island Through Mid-Week
There are no closures at this time but be aware that beach and road closures may occur at any time.
Missing Mainland Woman Found on Big Island
The Hawai‘i Police Department thanked the public for providing vital information that resulted in Roth being located.
Kaua´i Again Part of Safe Travels Program as of Monday
Kaua´i had initially enlisted with all other Hawai´i counties as part of the program when it launched in October.
East Hawai‘i Remains Hottest COVID-19 Infection Spot on Big Island
The state’s two-week average is 97 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.8%.
Missing Big Island Teen Located
Hawai‘i Island police report that 13-year-old Chanel Cumlat-Lewis has been found in good health. She was reported as a runaway last month and was located in Puna on April 3, 2021.
HPD Arrests Volcano Man on Gun, Theft, Drug Charges
Edwin W. Lively is in police custody and facing several charges.
Hawaii Youth Symphony to Offer Small In-Person and Online Classes
To enroll and learn more about PMI’s opportunities for every student this summer, you may visit: www.pacificmusichi.org
OHA Announces Release of Two Grants
OHA has committed $250,000 to a Native Hawaiian Teacher Education and Professional Development grant designed to increase teacher recruitment and retention.
