News from April 2022
New Lab, Equipment Offerings Planned at Auburn Will Advance Technology, Space Upgrades
By Auburn University | Apr 28, 2022
Plans are underway for several new lab and equipment offerings at Auburn University that will advance technology and space upgrades for a wide array of students.
Hawaii County Parks and Recreation and Public Safety Committee will meet May 3
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 28, 2022
Hawaii County Parks and Recreation and Public Safety Committee will meet at 1 p.m., Tuesday, May 3.
Hawaiian Homes Commission Chair: 'A tremendous opportunity for native Hawaiians to live and grow food for their families'
By Ariana Chiarenza | Apr 27, 2022
The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL) broke ground this month to initiate the first phase of its Honomū Subsistence Agriculture Homestead Community in South Hilo on Hawaii Island.
Diamond Head State Monument will enforce advance reservations 'based on optimal capacity management'
By Ariana Chiarenza | Apr 27, 2022
Diamond Head State Monument will become the third park in Hawaii to require advance reservations from all out-of-state visitors, starting on Thursday, May 12.
Hawaii governor: 'Having people work in the community is the best way to get them to be invested' in it
By David Beasley | Apr 27, 2022
Gov. David Ige (D-HI) recently celebrated the work volunteers perform across the state, highlighting April 17 to 23 as Volunteer Week Hawaii.
Hawaii County COVID-19 cases averaged 19 per day over past week
By Big Island Times reports | Apr 27, 2022
New COVID-19 cases in Hawaii County were down 7.5% over the past two weeks, with the average number of daily cases over the past week reaching 19, according to data from the state’s Department of Health.
Annual Earth Day Event Clears Trash Out of Rio Salado Riverbed
By Constance-Sophie Almendares | Apr 26, 2022
Over 100 volunteers spend their Earth Day cleaning a section of the Salt River as part of the Rio Reimagined Initiative
National Take Back Initiative encourages 'potentially dangerous medications to be properly disposed of'
By John Kelly | Apr 26, 2022
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is currently planned for Saturday, April 30.
Ige releases funds 'to improve the daily experience of our residents and those who visit Hawaii'
By George Willis | Apr 25, 2022
Gov. David Ige (D-HI) is trying to boost Hawaii's economy and create jobs.
Hawaii attorney general wants an end to 'inappropriate and unnecessary fees' charged by mortgage servicers
By George Willis | Apr 25, 2022
Obtaining a mortgage should be a transparent process without hidden fees, which is why a coalition of attorneys general is urging the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to prohibit mortgage servicers from charging convenience fees.
Ukrainian Researcher Flees War to Department of Chemistry in Kumpula
By Riitta-Leena Inki | Apr 25, 2022
Yuliia Bardadym, a doctor of chemical technology from Ukraine, arrived in Finland at the end of March.
Hawaii Department of Health opens 'a therapeutic, healing environment in a forensic psychiatric facility'
By George Willis | Apr 25, 2022
Patients and staff at the Hawaii State Hospital New Patient Facility will continue to move into their new surroundings throughout April and May as part of a phased move-in.
Yee receives HSTA Friend of Youth award for going 'above and beyond to impact our keiki beyond the classroom'
By Glenn Minnis | Apr 25, 2022
Ma’i Movement Hawaii cofounder Nikki-Ann Yee has been awarded the Hawaii State Teachers Association (HSTA) annual Friend of Youth Award.
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By Big Island Times | Apr 23, 2022
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Hawaii County COVID-19 cases averaged 19 per day over past week
By Big Island Times reports | Apr 22, 2022
New COVID-19 cases in Hawaii County were down over the past two weeks, with the average number of daily cases over the past week reaching 19, according to data from the State of Hawaii Department of Health.
Fetal Exposure to Drugs May Affect Infants’ Brain Development
By University of Helsinki | Apr 21, 2022
New study demonstrates that in utero exposure to mother’s antiepileptic or antidepressant medication may affect development of the newborn brain networks.