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$1M Gift From HMSA Endows Health Economics Professorship at UHERO
The endowment will support UHERO’s research in the area of health economics.
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UH Cancer Center Researcher Awarded $3.1M for Pediatric Obesity Research
A University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center researcher was awarded $3.1 million from the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development to further his efforts to provide new technologies to detect the risks of metabolic consequences of obesity among young children.
Kaua‘i District Health Office Announces 171 New COVID Cases Sunday
The state Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced 171 new COVID-19 cases Sunday.
$50M Gift From Facebook Founder, Wife Aims to Improve Hawaiʻi’s Ocean Health
The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa’s School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology is getting a financial boost to help restore Hawaiʻi’s ocean health.
State Reports 3,167 New COVID Cases Sunday
The state Department of Health reported 3,167 new COVID-19 cases Sunday, bringing the statewide total to 202,273. Four new fatalities were reported.
High Surf Advisory Issued for Portions of Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau
A high surf advisory is now in effect for portions of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau.
Closures Planned on Several Roadways Next Week
The county Department of Public Works and Grace Pacific LLC. announced Thursday that lane closures for portions of Mailihuna Road and Kawaihau Road and the full closure of a part of Hau‘a‘ala Road are planned for next week.
Lawmakers Urge Biden to Approve Disaster Declaration Request for Kona Low Damages
Hawai‘i’s congressional delegation in Washington is urging President Joe Biden to approve a request from Gov. David Ige for a presidential disaster declaration in connection with the Kona low storm that ransacked portions of the state in December.
Nearly 400 Trees Planted on Kaua‘i as Part of ReTree Hawai‘i Project
More than 360 trees were planted on Kaua‘i in November thanks to a project by Lā Ho‘oulu Paemoku/ReTree Hawai‘i.
4 KCCC Inmates Test Negative for COVID
Four inmates at Kaua‘i Community Correctional Center received negative COVID test results and one employee has recovered, according to the state Department of Public Safety.
Lane Closure Planned for Portion of Ōma‘o Road
The county Department of Public Works and contractor Maui Kupuno Builders announced Wednesday that a lane closure on part of Ōma‘o Road will be necessary later this month as road repaving work continues.
Kaua‘i District Health Office Announces 335 New COVID Cases Wednesday
The state Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced 335 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday.
Menehune Road to Remain Closed Through End of Month
County officials announced Tuesday that Menehune Road in Waimea will remain fully closed until the end of January.
High Surf Advisory for North- and West-Facing Shores Goes Into Effect Wednesday Morning
Kaua’i and Ni’ihau can again expect high surf along portions of their coasts beginning Wednesday morning.
Kaua‘i DHO Reports 283 New Cases Tuesday
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced 283 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, Jan. 18.
Fire Displaces 2 Hanalei Residents
An early morning blaze Monday in Hanalei resulted in the displacement of two residents, according to the Kaua‘i Fire Department.
Hawai‘i’s 2 Endemic Butterfly Species, Including Iconic Kamehameha, on Decline
By all accounts, the monarch butterfly is doing well throughout the Hawaiian Islands. But that doesn’t mean all butterfly species that call the state home, including Kaua’i, are flourishing.
Meta Helps Connect Blood Donors With Blood Bank of Hawai‘i
January marks National Blood Donor Month and Meta, formerly the Facebook company, is working to help connect blood donors with Blood Bank of Hawai‘i by making it easier for Hawai’i residents to find nearby blood donation centers.
AARP Launches Digital Job Center for Hawai‘i Veterans
Hawai’i’s Veterans and military spouses now have a new way to compete in today’s job market.
Kaua‘i District Health Office Announces 245 New COVID Cases Sunday
The state Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced 245 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday.
