#Government Shutdown

Gov. Josh Green names new director of Department of Budget and Finance

Seth Colby, Ph.D., is bringing a strong background in economic development to the job, which will help steer the state’s financial strategies this upcoming legislative session.

Lei donations welcomed ahead of ceremony at Hanapēpē Veterans Cemetary on Veterans Day

Kauaʻi residents are invited to two upcoming events to honor veterans, one in Līhue on Nov. 8 and the other on Nov. 11 at the Hanapēpē Veterans Cemetery.

During uncertainty with SNAP funding because of federal government shutdown, Kauaʻi steps up to fill in the gap

In response to the looming suspension of SNAP benefits amidst the ongoing government shutdown, Kauaʻi food banks are bracing for a surge in demand, with Hawai’i Governor Josh Green announcing a statewide $250 emergency relief payment to assist those affected.

Office of Hawaiian Affairs sets aside $6.1 million for emergency relief amid federal government shutdown

The Office of Hawaiian Affairs Board of Trustees met during an emergency session on Monday and directed the administration to work out details of the benefits program, including determining eligibility requirements and potential partnerships.

Kaiser Permanente workers in Līhuʻe join nationwide strike

Five unionized employees at Kaiser Permanente’s Līhuʻe Clinic have joined a nationwide strike, demanding improved pay and staffing solutions to protect patient safety following the expiration of their contracts on Sept. 30.

Hawaiʻi airports running smoothly during shutdown due to local federal employees, Gov. Green says

Hawai‘i airports have not experienced significant impact due primarily to the commitment of federal employees who have been reporting to work, according to Gov. Josh Green’s office.