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Coral recovery project completed off Hawai'i Island after 11 years
By Big Island Times | Nov 18, 2024
A significant coral recovery project has been completed on Hawai‘i Island, involving the removal and relocation of nearly 11 years' worth of coral growth from a decommissioned offshore fish farm pipe ring.
Hirono secures $8.4 million for Hawaii Island's food security
By Big Island Times | Nov 18, 2024
U.S. Senator Mazie K. Hirono has announced the allocation of $8.4 million to support The Food Basket, a food bank located on Hawaii Island.
Potential exposure to avian flu at Mililani Pet Fair investigated
By Big Island Times | Nov 17, 2024
An investigation by the Hawaiʻi Department of Health (DOH) and the Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture (HDOA) has identified a potential exposure to avian influenza for attendees of the Mililani Pet Fair, which took place on November 2, 2024.
Potential bird flu exposure identified at Mililani Pet Fair
By Big Island Times | Nov 17, 2024
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health (DOH) and the Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture (HDOA) have identified a potential exposure to avian influenza at the Mililani Pet Fair held on November 2, 2024.
Avian influenza detected in O‘ahu backyard flock; risk remains low
By Big Island Times | Nov 15, 2024
The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture (HDOA) has confirmed the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a backyard flock of birds in Central O‘ahu.
Attorneys general urge FCC to enhance measures against robocallers
By Big Island Times | Nov 15, 2024
Attorney General Anne Lopez, alongside a bipartisan coalition of 46 attorneys general, has urged the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) to enhance its Robocall Mitigation Database (RMD).
Legislation advancing inventor diversity moves forward in Senate
By Big Island Times | Nov 15, 2024
The Senate Judiciary Committee has moved forward with the Inventor Diversity for Economic Advancement (IDEA) Act of 2024, a legislative proposal from U.S. Senators Mazie K. Hirono and Thom Tillis.
Open enrollment for 2025 health insurance market begins in Hawaiʻi
By Big Island Times | Nov 14, 2024
Hawaiʻi residents are being encouraged to review their health insurance coverage options as the open enrollment period for the 2025 health insurance market is now underway.
Woman impersonates health inspector at Kahala Mall Whole Foods
By Big Island Times | Nov 13, 2024
The Hawai‘i Department of Health (DOH) Food Safety Branch reported an incident involving a woman impersonating a health inspector at Whole Foods Market in Kahala Mall.
Woman impersonates health inspector at Whole Foods in Honolulu
By Big Island Times | Nov 13, 2024
A woman posing as a health inspector was reported at Whole Foods Market in Kahala Mall, Honolulu.
Avian flu detected in O‘ahu wastewater; vigilance urged among poultry owners
By Big Island Times | Nov 13, 2024
The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture (HDOA) has urged poultry and bird owners to remain vigilant following the detection of avian influenza in a wastewater sample on O‘ahu.
Avian flu detected in Oʻahu wastewater prompts health department investigation
By Big Island Times | Nov 13, 2024
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health (DOH) is currently investigating the origins of H5 avian influenza, detected for the first time at a wastewater sampling site on Oʻahu.
Chief Justice Recktenwald receives second Spirit of Justice Award
By Big Island Times | Nov 12, 2024
Chief Justice Mark E. Recktenwald was honored with the Spirit of Justice Award by the Hawaii Justice Foundation (HJF) at their annual meeting on October 29.
Guidance issued for cesspool use in Kula's wildfire recovery
By Big Island Times | Nov 12, 2024
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health (DOH) has released guidance for the use of existing cesspools in residential Kula, Maui.
Hawai'i investigates first detection of H5 avian flu at O'ahu wastewater site
By Big Island Times | Nov 12, 2024
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health (DOH) is investigating potential sources of H5 avian influenza after it was detected at a wastewater sampling site on Oʻahu.
Hawaiian Home Lands receives $72M federal grant for broadband expansion
By Big Island Times | Nov 12, 2024
The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL) has been awarded a $72 million grant from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration’s (NTIA) Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program.
Hawai'i honors pro bono attorneys and student essay winners at annual celebration
By Big Island Times | Nov 12, 2024
Attorneys who provided free legal services were recognized at the Hawaiʻi Access to Justice Commission’s 2024 Pro Bono Celebration on October 30 in Honolulu.
Study launched to examine diet of game birds on Hawaiʻi Island
By Big Island Times | Nov 8, 2024
The Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW) under the Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) is conducting a study to analyze the diet of game birds in public hunting areas on Hawaiʻi Island.
Dwight Young named new state's banking commissioner
By Big Island Times | Nov 7, 2024
Dwight Young has been appointed as the state's new Banking Commissioner, a role that involves ensuring the safety and soundness of state-chartered and state-licensed financial institutions.
Efforts expand in Hawaii to address rising concerns over suicide prevention
By Big Island Times | Nov 6, 2024
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health (DOH) has partnered with the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa (UH) and various state, local, military, public, and private sector entities to further the 2024 National Strategy for Suicide Prevention and Federal...