News from January 2023
Hawaii County Communications, Reports, and Council Oversight Committee will meet Jan. 24
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jan 20, 2023
Hawaii County Communications, Reports, and Council Oversight Committee will meet at 9:30 a.m., Tuesday, Jan. 24
Hawaii senator wants no repeat of Red Hill fuel leak near Pearl Harbor-Hickam base
By Big Island Times Report | Jan 20, 2023
U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii) wants to ensure that homes and home appliances at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam are protected from contamination as a result of the Red Hill fuel leak.
Hawaii County Government Operations and External Affairs Committee will meet Jan. 24
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jan 20, 2023
Hawaii County Government Operations and External Affairs Committee will meet at 9 a.m., Tuesday, Jan. 24
Ito on Marketplace health insurance in Hawaii: 'I encourage everyone to explore their options'
By Big Island Times Report | Jan 16, 2023
The Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA) Insurance Division has advised Hawaii residents that open enrollment for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace (HealthCare.gov) ended Sunday but residents may still qualify under certain life events.
Stephanie "Landa" Yolanda Francisco
By Press release submission | Jan 14, 2023
Stephanie "Landa" Yolanda Francisco
Schatz: 'Language programs have proven that culturally based instruction is key'
By Big Island Times Report | Jan 13, 2023
Bipartisan legislation authored by U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii) will bolster Native American language schools and programs with coordinated, experienced support, advocates say.
Pet of the Week: Dog
By Submitted by Hawaii Island Humane Society | Jan 13, 2023
Pet of the Week: Dog
Hawaii County COVID-19 cases averaged 19 per day over past week
By Big Island Times reports | Jan 13, 2023
New COVID-19 cases in Hawaii County were down 4.9% 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.
Schatz: 'The public must know which police departments are getting military equipment'
By Big Island Times Report | Jan 12, 2023
A new law includes a provision to provide more accountability on the sale of military equipment to local police departments nationwide.
Hirono on new school: 'I'm focused on supporting not only our service members but their families as well'
By Big Island Times Report | Jan 11, 2023
Groundbreaking ceremonies were held recently for the new Mokapu Elementary School at the Kaneohe Marine Corps Base.
Case: Funding measure shows 'productive partnership between our Hawaii congressional delegation and UH'
By Big Island Times Report | Jan 10, 2023
The University of Hawaii’s position as a major research institution and an economic generator will be enhanced by millions of dollars in funding and other actions sought by U.S. Rep. Ed Case (D-HI).
Hawaii's Case vows to 'work with colleagues and others to achieve productive solutions to our most pressing challenges'
By Big Island Times Report | Jan 9, 2023
U.S. Congressman Ed Case’s (D-HI) priorities this term include contributing to national leadership, ensuring that Hawaii’s specific needs are addressed by the federal government, and assisting constituents with their concerns.
Department of Agriculture awards 579 grants totaling $2.6 million: 'unprecedented interest in Micro-Grants program this year'
By Big Island Times Report | Jan 8, 2023
The Hawaii Department of Agriculture (HDOA) will award 579 grants, totaling $2.6 million for small-scale agriculture including home gardening, herding and livestock operations in areas troubled by food insecurity.
Pet of the Week: Rolo
By Submitted by Hawaii Island Humane Society | Jan 7, 2023
Pet of the Week: Rolo
