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DHHL awards 52 turnkey homes as part of Puʻuhona Homestead project
The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL) awarded 52 turnkey homes on Saturday as part of phase one of the Puʻuhona Homestead lot awards. Puʻuhona is the department’s first project initiated through the $600 million allocation by state lawmakers in 2022 to support a multifaceted approach to reduce the DHHL Waiting List.
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Waiawa Correctional Facility inmates earn culinary certificates from Kapi‘olani Community College
Ten inmates from the Waiawa Correctional Facility (WCF) received Kapi‘olani Community College (KCC) Culinary Arts certificates on Thursday, June 13, 2024. The facility hosted a graduation luncheon where the new graduates demonstrated skills they learned in the Culinary Arts program.
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Haʻikū Stairs closed during deconstruction due to safety concerns
All access to Haʻikū Stairs has been closed during its deconstruction, according to a joint news release from the Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) and the City and County of Honolulu. The closure is in response to safety concerns and ongoing violations by hikers.
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Hawai'i declares June as Wildfire & Drought LOOKOUT! month amid worsening conditions
On Maui, the Department of Water Supply (DWS) reports moderate to severe drought conditions in South Maui, and Upcountry reservoir levels have declined over the last week. DWS Deputy Director James “Kimo” Landgraf stated, “We still have a Stage 1 water shortage in West Maui and upcountry. These systems are extra vulnerable to drought because they rely on surface water supply to a large extent, which is more directly impacted from the lack of rainfall.”
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DHHL to distribute Wi-Fi hotspots to Puʻukapu pastoral lessees
The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL) will distribute AT&T Wi-Fi hotspots to eligible Puʻukapu pastoral lessees this week, ensuring reliable broadband service for those in the area. The distribution will occur at the DHHL Waimea District Office located at 64-756 Māmalahoa Highway.
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Keʻehi Small Boat Harbor ramp repair begins; one lane remains open
One lane of the boat ramp will remain open during construction. The entire boat ramp will be closed on concrete pour days and when the contractor is using a crane to lower the new dock onto the piles (approximately one week total). Boaters may use the Sand Island Boat Ramp across Sand Island Access Road bridge on days the Keʻehi boat ramp is closed.
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Līhuʻe Airport showcases exhibit on native forest birds
The Garden Island Arts Council has collaborated with Hallux Ecosystem Restoration, LLC, to create a large window display at Līhuʻe Airport. This exhibit is part of the 'Year of the Forest Birds' (ka Makahiki o Nā Manu Nahele) and features models and photos of Kaua‘i’s endemic birds and plants. The display aims to highlight the uniqueness of these species and the efforts by local groups to preserve them.
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Faith-based group hosts Kids' Day at correctional center
Incarcerated mothers spent time with their children for Kids’ Day in a belated Mother’s Day celebration at the Women’s Community Correctional Center (WCCC) on June 1, 2024. Thirteen mothers and 23 children participated in the event, which was originally scheduled for mid-May but rescheduled due to heavy rains.
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Senior medicare patrol Hawaii raises awareness during medicare fraud prevention week
Medicare loses an estimated $60 billion per year to false claims. In response, Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) Hawai‘i, a program of the Executive Office on Aging (EOA), is organizing Medicare Fraud Prevention Week from June 3-9. The event aims to educate the public on how to stay safe from Medicare fraud.
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Governor Green's emergency proclamation addresses loss of telecom services
The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL) has expressed gratitude to Governor Green for issuing an Emergency Proclamation aimed at addressing the sudden loss of critical phone and internet services provided by Sandwich Isles Communications (SIC). The proclamation will enable DHHL and other agencies to expedite assistance to affected households and businesses on Hawaiian Home Lands.
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Hawaiian Home Lands face potential loss of communication services
Up to 1,500 households on Hawaiian Home Lands are facing a sudden loss of phone and internet service provided by Sandwich Isles Communications (SIC). The private company announced in an email to customers on May 30 that it would end its service just two days later, on June 1. Affected parties are located throughout the state, including many households in remote communities.
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Governor Green announces multiple judicial appointments and key board nominations
Governor Green has announced four judicial appointments, the appointment of a new Deputy Director for the Department of Human Resources Development (DHRD), and several other key positions on state boards and commissions.
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Governor Green signs bills enhancing condo management and clean energy access
Governor Josh Green has signed a series of bills aimed at addressing various issues related to condominiums in Hawai‘i. The legislation includes measures on management, clean energy, and financing.
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Hawai'i schedules statewide emergency alert system test for June
The monthly test of the all-hazard Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System is scheduled for Monday, June 3, 2024, at 11:45 a.m. The siren test will be coordinated with a test of the Live Audio Broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System.
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DLIR launches three new tools for unemployment insurance claimants
The Department of Labor and Industrial Relations (DLIR) has introduced three new tools aimed at simplifying the unemployment insurance claims process. According to DLIR Director Jade T. Butay, these tools are part of a broader effort to improve the current system while developing a new platform to replace the existing mainframe application.
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Gov. Green extends registration deadline for One 'Ohana Fund
Governor Green has announced a second deadline extension for the One ‘Ohana Fund, allowing more time for individuals to register for compensation. Registration applications can be submitted online at www.mauicompensationfund.com, which also provides answers to frequently asked questions and additional information.
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Hawai‘i announces summer 2024 SUN Bucks benefits for school-aged children
The Department of Human Services (DHS) in collaboration with the Hawai‘i Department of Education will provide benefits under the SUN Bucks program for school-aged children during summer 2024. The initiative aims to ensure access to nutritious meals when schools are closed.
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Mālama ‘Ohana Working Group announces schedule for community listening sessions
The Mālama ‘Ohana Working Group (MOWG), established during the 2023 legislative session and signed into law as Act 86 by Governor Josh Green, M.D., on June 14, 2023, has announced its schedule for listening sessions. The concept of the working group originated within the Nā Kama a Hāloa Network, which comprises over 30 organizations dedicated to improving the lives of Native Hawaiian keiki and ʻohana, particularly those over-represented in the state’s child welfare system.
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Hawaiʻi prepares to host 13th Festival of Pacific Arts & Culture
Hawaiʻi is set to host the 13th Festival of Pacific Arts & Culture (FestPAC) from June 6 to June 16, 2024. The event will commence with an opening ceremony at the Stan Sheriff Center, University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, which will be televised and livestreamed on Hawai‘i News Now.
