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Hawaii Department of Agriculture to Grant $3 Million for Home Gardening: 'Supporting households so they may grow food for their families'
By Andy Nghiem | Aug 27, 2022
Due to a successful program last year, the Hawaii Department of Agriculture announced a $3 million grant for Hawaiian farmers.
Schatz: 'When Congress enacted the Americans with Disabilities Act in 1990, the internet and digital technologies were at a nascent stage'
By Andy Nghiem | Jul 21, 2022
U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-Haw.) is leading the push among 12 senators in calling on the Department of Justice (DOJ) to establish rules to ensure that the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to the internet to provide online protections for those with disabilities.
Hawaii launches new program to help small businesses and nonprofits in 'creating new jobs and strengthening Hawaii’s economy'
By Andy Nghiem | Jul 21, 2022
Hawaii's Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism (DBEDT) recently announced a new program to provide expanded access to credit for small businesses and nonprofits across the state.
Local musicians headline 'Teach Our Future' concert to benefit Hawaii’s educators July 27 at the Hawaii Theatre
By Andy Nghiem | Jul 20, 2022
The Hawaii Foundation for Educators announced that it is teaming up with local musicians Pure Heart and The Makaha Sons for its second annual “Teach Our Future” benefit concert.
HDFI commissioner: Decision of companies to continue participation is 'a testament to the immense value of being a part of the DCI'
By Andy Nghiem | Jul 13, 2022
The Hawaii Technology Development Corporation (HTDC) and the Hawaii Division of Financial Institutions, Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (HDFI) recently announced their official support for the decision of 11 companies to move forward with plans to continue taking part in the Digital Currency Innovation Lab (DCIL) program that is set to run to the end of 2024.
Hirono and 34 other senators: The overturning of Roe v. Wade is 'dangerous and horrifying, and it will endanger women’s lives'
By Andy Nghiem | Jul 5, 2022
U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii) recently joined 34 of her Democratic colleagues in a letter to President Joe Biden, urging him to take “bold action” to protect women's right to have an abortion.
Hirono: 'Hawaii has long been a leader in advancing equal opportunity for all'
By Andy Nghiem | Jul 5, 2022
To mark the end of pride month, Sen. Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) met with members of the Hawaii Department of Health’s Sexual and Gender (SGM) Minority Working Group June 28 to discuss the services they offer and the challenges facing the communities they serve.
Schatz on $22.3 million federal grant to DHHL: 'We secured the highest level of funding for Native Hawaiian housing ever'
By Andy Nghiem | Jul 3, 2022
U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz (D-HI) recently announced that his efforts have secured more than $22.3 million in Native Hawaiian Housing Block Grant funding for the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL).
Schatz: '$14 million federal funding will 'help us protect and save our native birds' from avian malaria
By Andy Nghiem | May 28, 2022
U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii) recently announced that Hawai‘i will receive more than $14 million in federal funds to protect threatened and endangered local forest birds from extinction.
Hawaii DOH Chief honored for 'her unwavering dedication to our families and children with special health care needs'
By Andy Nghiem | May 27, 2022
The Chief of the Hawaii State Department of Health (DOH) was recently recognized by the federal government for achievements in excellence.
State sheriffs and Honolulu police looking for inmate who recently escaped
By Andy Nghiem | May 21, 2022
Law enforcement officials in Hawaii are searching for an inmate who escaped from the Waiawa Correctional Facility on May 14.
Hawaii's state epidemiologist: 'We must use all the available tools in our toolbox' when it comes to COVID-19
By Andy Nghiem | May 11, 2022
Gov. David Ige (D-HI) recently announced that the Hawaii Department of Health is adjusting its approach to COVID-19 to focus on effectively managing, treating and detecting the disease -- especially new variants -- while recognizing that the virus is still active.
Schatz introduces resolution to 'recognize the irreplaceable public service local news provides'
By Andy Nghiem | May 11, 2022
U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-HI) and fellow lawmakers recently took action to promote the importance of local news sources.
UH Hilo baseball knocks off No. 4 Point Loma
By Andy Nghiem | Apr 29, 2022
The University of Hawaii at Hilo (UHH) baseball team held No. 4-ranked Point Loma to just three runs over two games to split an April 23 doubleheader with the Sea Lions and snap their eight-game winning streak.
Hawaii Department of Public Safety is recruiting law enforcement officers in Oahu and Maui
By Andy Nghiem | Apr 29, 2022
The Hawaii Department of Public Safety is currently hiring officers for positions in Oahu and Maui, according to a press release from the Gov. David Ige (D-HI).
'These women have taken an important step toward fulfilling their true potential': Ige attends Women's Community Correctional Center Ceremony.
By Andy Nghiem | Apr 15, 2022
Hawaii Gov. David Ige and First Lady Dawn Amano-Ige were among those recently in attendance at the Women’s Community Correctional Center (WCCC), where the grads completed various educational programs.
'Calling all book lovers!': Ige urged all Hawaiians to observe National Library Week
By Andy Nghiem | Apr 15, 2022
Hawaii Gov. David Ige recently called on all state residents to get involved and celebrate National Library Week.
Ka'u High and Pahala Elementary School inducts new members to National Honor Society
By Andy Nghiem | Apr 11, 2022
Ka'u High and Pahala Elementary School recently held a ceremony to induct 15 new members to the National Honor Society (NHS).
Hirono asks ICE to provide information on 'excessive and seemingly indiscriminate use of solitary confinement'
By Andy Nghiem | Feb 23, 2022
U.S. Sen. Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI) and seven other Democrats on the Senate Judiciary Committee have requested U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to provide information on the use of solitary confinement in its facilities.
University of Hawaii Hilo Vulcans defeat Holy Names University Hawks 71-46 and improve to 12-8
By Andy Nghiem | Feb 22, 2022
The University of Hawaii Hilo (UHH) Vulcans women's basketball team recently triumphed over the Holy Names University Hawks 71-46 for their second win in a row in the Tobin Gymnasium Feb. 16.