Officials with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Wednesday highlighted its Passenger Screening Canines (PSCs), a key asset used to enhance security and keep passengers safe and secure when departing Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) in Honolulu. PSCs are trained to detect explosives and explosive materials in a busy transportation environment. They work with a handler searching travelers and their belongings in the security checkpoint and assist with the efficiency and effectiveness of TSA’s screening operations. “PSCs and their handlers are valuable members of our local TSA security team,” said Jenel Cline, TSA Federal Security Director for Hawaii. “TSA’s use of these specially-trained canines is an important additional layer of security at HNL.” “Safety is our top priority and we are continuously in communication with our federal partners to ensure the traveling public is protected,” said Director Jade Butay, Hawaii Department of Transportation. “We are grateful to have the TSA canines at HNL as one of the safety features in our airport security plan.” Passengers departing HNL can at any time expect to see PSC teams working in the security checkpoint. The teams are able to navigate among large groups of people to pinpoint the source of an explosive odor, even if the source is mobile and often without the source being aware it is being tracked. A PSC handler is trained to read its dog’s change of behavior when it indicates an explosive scent has been detected. If a dog alerts its handler to the presence of explosive odor, TSA follows an established procedure to resolve the alarm. The use of these highly-trained canines is an effective tool in deterring and detecting the introduction of explosive devices into the nation’s transportation systems. Because explosives are known to be the greatest threat to the aviation system, PSCs are regularly tested to ensure they maintain a high standard of operational effectiveness. This continual training allows for all team to be a reliable resource in detecting an explosive threat, maintaining proper acclimation within the airport and mitigating potential distraction in a busy transportation environment. Currently, TSA has more than 320 PSC teams who work primarily at airports across the country. These teams are also trained to work in non-aviation transportation venues. While PSCs are sociable, they are working dog and they should not be petted or fed by anyone except their handlers. ### Profiles of some of TSA’s working canines supporting security operations at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL) King is an eight-year old Yellow Labrador Retriever. He and his handler Lance have been together for five years and can usually be seen working at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport (HNL). Team King has traveled to support high profile events such as a Presidential Inauguration, Super Bowl 50 and the 2018 NCAA Final Four. When off-duty, King lives at home with his handler and enjoys swimming at the beach, sleeping on the couch and, of course, eating. Rea, a soon to be five-year old black-and-white German Shorthair Pointer joined the TSA K9 Team at HNL in March 2016. Rea is a great traveler and has supported such events as the most recent Presidential Inauguration and the 2018 College Final Four Basketball tournament in San Antonio, Texas. Rea loves a long run with her handler Kathy who joined TSA in 2002. Kathy has been with the TSA canine program since 2008. Duke is a three-year-old German Shorthaired Pointer and loves working with his handler Chuck. They have been a team since February 2018. Duke is very enthusiastic and loves to come to work. In fact, once he arrives at the “office,” he never stops working until he is put back in the truck to go home. You will undoubtedly remember Duke’s face – he has a distinctive black fur patch around his left eye, making his appearance very unique. Duke is adapting well to living in a big house with a yard to play in. He shares it nicely with his roommate Rottweiler D-1. Kajla, aka “Bugs,” is a three-year-old Vizsla handled by Transportation Security Specialist Penny. These two have been paired together for almost two years and proudly serve HNL. Kajla is a spirited, fun-loving, powerhouse pup that is constantly on the move and driven to carry-out TSA’s important mission. Team Kajla has supported multiple special assignments and is an anchor team here at HNL when other canine teams deploy to support other big events. Brute is a four-year-old German Wirehair Pointer. Brute is partnered with his handler Jerry. Brute is an unusual breed in Hawaii and his uniqueness is often the topic of conversations with departing passengers. He loves working around people and is a gentle giant. On his off days, he can often be spotted at the many surf breaks relaxing on the beach, swimming, or surfing. #DepartmentofTransportation #canine #canineunit #danielkinouye #TSA #security

Flooding is one of the major natural disasters in the United States. The (DLNR), the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA) Insurance Division, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and Hawai‘i County invite property owners and renters to an important educational meeting, in Hilo and in Kona, on the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and common misconceptions regarding various insurance coverages. FEMA Flood Insurance Specialist, Kathy Graf and DCCA Insurance Division, Education Specialist, Chanel Honda will conduct a formal presentation each night at 6:00 p.m. DLNR will be available to assist interested individuals in viewing FEMA’s Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) utilizing the Hawai‘i Flood Hazard Assessment Tool (http://gis.hawaiinfip.org/fhat/). FIRMs can help residents make informed decisions about flood insurance options and flood protection measures. Hawai‘i County personnel will help property owners understand the building permit process for repairs or new construction in a Special Flood Hazard Area. Tuesday, September 25, 2018, 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Aupuni Center Conference Room 101 Pauahi Street, Suite 1 Hilo, Hawai‘i and Thursday, September 27, 2018, 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. West Hawai‘i Civic Center, Community Meeting Hale Building G 74-5044 Ane Keohokalole Highway Kailua-Kona, Hawai‘i For more information call Hawai‘i County, Department of Public Works, Engineering Division at (808) 961-8327 or email dpweng@hawaiicounty.gov #HawaiiCountyDepartmentofPublicWorksEngine #DepartmentofLandandNaturalResources #dlnr #FEMA #Ffloodinsurance #kathygraf #dcca #chanelhonda

A new tool for people who are deaf, hard-of-hearing, or deaf-blind is now available statewide. Developed by the Hawai‘i State Disability and Communication Access Board (DCAB), the new Communication Access Card is a quick, convenient, and comfortable way for individuals with communication access needs to self-advocate for their preferred communication method. “This new card can make a big difference for everyone in Hawai‘i by improving our communication during conversations involving individuals who have difficulty hearing or are unable to hear, said Francine Wai, DCAB executive director. “The Communication Access Card can provide a quick and clear understanding of an individual’s preferred method of communication and reduce uncomfortable or awkward situations.” The card is a valuable tool at work, while traveling, at events, for emergency preparedness, and in everyday situations where individuals with communication access needs face barriers and difficulties due to others not understanding that they require alternate methods to communicate effectively. The card can be individually customized by the user to show his/her name, identity as deaf, hard-of-hearing, or deaf-blind, and preferred communication method(s). Methods include sign language interpreting, writing, texting, lipreading, large print, and/or using an assistive listening device. The card also includes quick tips for people who want to improve their communication with the individual bearing the card. Communication Access Cards are available at no cost in two sizes. One is a standard business card size (3.5 by 2 inches when folded) which easily fits in a wallet or phone pocket. The other is a larger visor-sized card (8.5 by 5.5 inches) to keep in a vehicle’s visor or glove compartment to prepare for emergencies. DCAB emphasizes that the Communication Access Card cannot be used as an official state identification card. Communication Access Cards are not numbered and no agency will keep a record of individuals in possession of the card. Individuals with this card may use it to self-disclose their status. DCAB is not responsible for providing services listed on the card. Where are the cards available? All cards are free for pick up at the DCAB office: Disability and Communication Access Board 1010 Richards Street, Room 118 Honolulu, HI 96813 DOH District Health Offices on Kauai, Hawaii, and Maui will also have the cards available for pick up free of charge. Communication Access Cards are also available at: Kauai District Health Office 3040 Umi Street Lihue, HI 96766 Phone: (808) 241-3495 Maui District Health Office State Office Building 54 South High Street Rm. #301 Wailuku, Maui, HI 96793 Phone: (808) 984-8200 Hawaii District Health Offices Hilo 75 Aupuni Street #201 Hilo, HI 96720 Phone: (808) 974-6006 Kona 79-1015 Haukapila Street Kealakekua, HI 96750 Phone: (808) 322-4880 Waimea 67-5189 Kamamalu St. Kamuela, HI 96743 Phone: (808) 887-8114 The cards are also free for pick up at various locations statewide, including the Comprehensive Service Center for People who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or Deaf-Blind and Vocational Rehabilitation offices. A complete list of locations can be found at health.hawaii.gov/dcab/communication-access/ What do the Communication Access Cards look like? Business card size (3.5 by 2 inches when folded): Vehicle visor size (8.5 by 5.5 inches): Where can I go for more information? More information about the Communication Access Card can be found on DCAB’s website at health.hawaii.gov/dcab/communication-access/. All inquiries can be made by contacting DCAB via email at communicationaccess@doh.hawaii.gov or by phone at (808) 586-8121 (Voice) or (808) 829-3641 (Video Phone). #DisabilityandCommunicationAccessBoard #dcab #HawaiiStateYouthoftheYear #communicationaccesscards #signlanguage #DepartmentofHealth

Learn to take advantage of tax credits at the Hawaii Research & Development Tax Credits for Businesses Workshop, presented by Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel and CW Associates, CPAs. This informative workshop is designed for local companies that are either developing an innovative product, engineering a new product or experimenting with new technologies, and have large federal tax burdens. WHAT: Research & Development Tax Credits for Businesses WHEN: Thursday, Sept. 20 9:30 a.m.–12 noon WHERE: Hawaii Foreign-Trade Zone No. 9 521 Ala Moana Blvd., Honolulu, HI 96813 The workshop covers federal and state tax credits answering questions like: • Who can benefit from the research and development tax credits? • What qualifies as research and development? • What tax credits are available? • How do these tax credits work? • What are the state qualifications? Check-in begins at 9 a.m. with the presentation starting at 9:30 a.m. Speaking at the workshop are Michael J. O‘Malley, the managing partner of Goodsill Anderson Quinn & Stifel, and Scott Hayashi, tax director at CW Associates, CPAs. HTDC will also release a new research and development tax grant this fiscal year, which will be announced and discussed at the event. Registration is required — sign up by Wednesday, Sept. 19 to reserve your spot today. Tickets are $25 each. Livestream sites have been added on Maui, Kailua-Kona, and Kauai. Event and registration information can be found online at https://hirdtaxcredit2.eventbrite.com Light refreshments will be provided. Parking is available in the Hawaii Foreign-Trade Zone No. 9 parking lot. For more information, contact sbir@htdc.org This event is sponsored by the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation INNOVATE Hawaii, Maui Economic Development Board, and the Kauai Small Business Development Center. About HTDC (Hawaii Technology Development Corporation) HTDC is a state agency, attached to the state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT). HTDC’s mission is to facilitate the development and growth of Hawaii’s high technology industry. HTDC is providing capital, building infrastructure and developing talent to foster innovation and diversify Hawaii’s economy. HTDC’s 80/80 Initiative is to create 80,000 new tech and innovation jobs that will provide high paying jobs for Hawaii residents. #GoodsillAndersonQuinnStifel #CWAssociatesCPAs #ResearchDevelopmentTaxCredits #MichaelJOMalley #HawaiiForeignTradeZone

A damage assessment of the formerly popular Pohoiki Boat Ramp area, along the lower Puna coast, shows no damage to the ramp itself. However, an estimated 14,000 cubic yards of black sand, deposited during the recent East Rift Zone eruption, completely rings and blocks the entrance to the small boat ramp. Finn McCall, an engineer with the DLNR Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation (DOBOR) and DOBOR’s Hawai‘i island Branch Manager Stephen Schmelz flew to Pohoiki recently to get a close look at what Kīlauea wrought. “We were here during the eruptive activity in mid-July and fully expected the ramp to be taken within a matter of days. Amazingly, while lava crept to the edge of the neighboring Isaac Hale Beach Park, took the county’s life guard stand, and surrounded the boat ramp off-shore, it’s still here,” Schmelz said. Prior to the latest eruption, four companies with DOBOR commercial permits operated lava ocean tours from the ramp. The tiny bay leading up to the ramp was also a popular swimming spot and ocean-entrance for surfers and other water enthusiasts. McCall took measurements on the newly formed, crescent-shaped, black sand beach and in the new pool created by the encirclement. He said, “We have a lot more analysis to do, but it appears, based on our initial assessment, that we could actually remove the black sand and re-create the entrance to the boat ramp.” The reopening of the Pohoiki Boat Ramp would be dependent on road access being restored, support from the local community, the securing of necessary permits, and most importantly – funding. Mayor Harry Kim said, “DOBOR is now working closely with the County of Hawai’i on their plans regarding the road and the Beach Park. The County looks forward to working with the State on the development of this area.” There are no estimates now of how much it would cost or a time frame for potential work to begin. McCall and Schmelz flew the entire Lower Puna coastline looking for other possible small boat ramp sites, in case Pohoiki can’t be resurrected. They’re reviewing video of the flight to try and identify alternate locations. They believe there may be a couple of options, but like at Pohoiki, a new ramp would require support from the community, permits, road access, and millions of dollars in funding for design and construction. At MacKenzie, people are taken in by two new sparkling black sand beaches. Prior to the eruption the parks coastline was punctuated by steep, rocky cliffs that dropped precipitously and directly into the ocean. The larger of the pair of beaches is directly below the parking lot and still requires careful navigation down the cliff face. The beauty of the shimmering black sand beaches is underlain with danger. State Parks Caretaker KyleTakeya explained, “There is a powerful undertow at these beaches and a swimmer or boarder could easily be swept out to sea.” He understands there are now a total of seven black sand beaches, created by Kīlauea, between MacKenzie and Pohoiki. From the northern boundary of MacKenzie SRA, it is just a few-minute walk to the edge of the newly formed lava flow – which remains within a restricted access zone. On the first day of the reopening of MacKenzie, a National Guardsman walked out to the edge of the lava flow and spoke to numerous visitors about the risks and hazards associated with the newly-altered landscape. In addition to the extremely sharp lava which creates unstable footing, there are pockets where the ground may look stable, but is not. Road signs leading into MacKenzie SRA also warn people to be aware of the possibility of continuing volcanic gas emissions. DLNR Division of State Parks Administrator Curt Cottrell remarked, “We’re very pleased to now reopen MacKenzie. It is critically important to enable shoreline access for our local community. As always, we request that people demonstrate responsible behavior and use judgment and common sense when venturing into any areas impacted by the Lower East Rift Zone eruption and avoid promoting excursions on social media – as it only increases the appetite for others often less skilled to follow.” DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES (DLNR) #DLNRDivisionofBoatingandOceanRecreation #POHOIKIBOATRAMP #FINNMCCALL #isaachalebeachpark #harrykim #puna #CountyofHawaii #DLNR #DepartmentofLandandNaturalResources

Three organizations, Aha Punana Leo, Hawaiian Airlines and Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, are being presented with the Hawaii Tourism Authority’s (HTA) highest honor – a Tourism Legacy Award – for their efforts to revitalize and normalize Hawaiian language usage in everyday life. Presented annually, the Tourism Legacy Awards honors organizations and individuals that have established a legacy of aloha through their perpetuation of the Hawaiian culture. This year’s awards will be presented at the final event of Hawaii’s Global Tourism Summit, the Tourism Legacy Awards Lunch, on Wednesday, October 3. Aha Punana Leo is being honored for its dedication to the teaching and advocacy of olelo Hawaii (Hawaiian language) in Hawaiian medium education schools. Hawaiian Airlines and Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa are being recognized for the commitment of their respective business practices and employees to the implementation of olelo Hawaii within their operations. The presenting sponsor of the Tourism Legacy Awards Luncheon is Bank of Hawaii, the world’s only financial institution with Hawaiian as a language option when using its automatic teller machines. Kalani Kaanaana, HTA director of Hawaiian cultural affairs, said, “Olelo Hawaii is unique to our islands, people and culture, as it encapsulates a Hawaiian world view, value system, concepts, and as the vessel through which cultural perspective and thought live on. “Committing to the normal, everyday usage of olelo Hawaii is about helping to save an integral part of our culture, which makes these islands and how we live so distinctive from anywhere else in the world. We congratulate Aha Punana Leo, Hawaiian Airlines and Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa for the sense of kuleana and leadership they have demonstrated in helping to ensure that olelo Hawaii and the Hawaiian culture are being represented authentically, respectfully and with care.” This year is especially significant to celebrating the usage and implementation of olelo Hawaii, as Governor David Ige declared 2018 to be Ke Au Hawaii, the Year of the Hawaiian. Three noteworthy anniversaries are being recognized this year in paying tribute to the culture, language, traditions and history of the Hawaiian people. It was 25 years ago, in 1993, when the U.S. Congress and President Bill Clinton presented a formal apology to the Hawaiian people for America’s role in the overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom on January 17, 1893. This year also marks the 40th anniversary of the 1978 Hawaii State Constitutional Convention that led to Hawaiian being reaffirmed to its rightful standing as an official language of the State of Hawaii, establishing Hawaiian education programs in public schools, and introducing Hawaiian language immersion programs, all of which has brought the Hawaiian language back from the brink of extinction. In addition, it was 100 years ago when Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalanianaole founded the first Hawaiian Civic Club. Register for and Have a Voice at the Global Tourism Summit, October 1-3 Presented by the Hawaii Tourism Authority (HTA), the Global Tourism Summit takes place October 1-3 at the Hawaii Convention Center in Honolulu. This year’s theme – Charting the Course – speaks to the ever-present need for destinations and travel suppliers to continuously balance the power of tourism’s popularity worldwide with its impact on residents and communities. The need to strive for sustainable tourism, the significance of Hawaiian culture, Hawaii’s global marketing programs in 2019, and new travel innovations will be showcased in thought-provoking sessions, presentations and panel discussions. Anyone with an interest in tourism’s future – both in Hawaii and around the world – is encouraged to register and share their voice during the summit. Participants can register online for the Global Tourism Summit via the dedicated website, www.globaltourismsummithawaii.com, and choose from one of several options below that features savings for groups, students and faculty. Attendance to the Tourism Legacy Awards Lunch on October 3 is included as part of the full summit registration or for registering on that day. Individuals wanting to attend only the Tourism Legacy Awards Lunch can do so for a cost of $50 per person. Individuals: Full Summit Registration, October 1-3: $425 Group Package (Minimum of 8 people): Full Summit Registration, October 1-3: $2,600 total, a savings of $100 per person. Groups can mix and match different attendees during the conference. Students and Faculty Members: Full Summit Registration, October 1-3: $150 Students: 1-Day Summit Registration, Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday: $50 (Registering for Wednesday, October 3, includes attendance to the Tourism Legacy Awards Luncheon) Individuals: 2-Day Summit Registration, October 1-2: $315 (Does not include the Tourism Legacy Awards Lunch) Individuals: 2-Day Summit Registration, October 2-3: $295 (Includes attendance to the Tourism Legacy Awards Luncheon) HTA Olelo Hawai'i Legacy Tourism Awards (pdf) Hawai'i Tourism Authority #ahapunanaleo #hawaiianairlines #aulani #disney #disneyresort #tourismlegacyawards #Hawaiiglobaltourismsummit #kalanikaanaana #olelo #davidige #hawaisenate

September 27th is proclaimed “PIGS FROM THE SEA DAY” in Hawai’i. The Aloha State celebrates the 70th anniversary of the Pigs from the Sea, honoring the Okinawan community in the Hawaiian Islands for their efforts in continuing the spirit of yuimaaru and aloha today, and recognizing those who did their part in bridging two cultures and two islands together. In 1948, the Hawaii Okinawan community banded together to help the people of Okinawa after the devastation of WWII. They raised over $50,000 (today, that would be about half a million) and sent over 550 pigs from Omaha, Nebraska (via Portland, Oregon) on the USS John Owen. Seven men were sent to keep the pigs alive. One month later, the pigs arrived in Okinawa. The pigs were distributed across the islands. Okinawans today still talk of the pigs that came across the sea and how much this life saving gift of aloha changed their lives. This story is about yuimaaru. Communities supporting one another, especially in times of need. It is a reminder for all of us to live yuimaaru, in both small and big endeavors and decisions. (Mahalo Shari Tamashiro) Pigs shipped by Japanese immigrants in Hawaii arrive at a port in Okinawa Prefecture in September 1948. | URUMA BOARD OF EDUCATION / KYODO Proclamation Reads: WHEREAS, in 1945, Allied Forces launched an invasion of the island of Okinawa in what would become the final and bloodiest battle of the war in the Pacific where thousands of soldiers and civilians were killed, and both land and livelihoods were ravaged; and WHEREAS, in 1947, despite difficult economic times in Hawai’i, a group of Okinawans decided to help their kin across the ocean by raising $47,196 in six months to purchase and ship 550 pigs to help alleviate the severe food shortages; and WHEREAS, in August 1948, seven Okinawan men from Hawai’i, along with the crew of the USS Owen, set sail from Oregon but encountered a severe storm that destroyed the makeshift pigsties and resulted in some pigs being lost overboard; and WHEREAS, on the USS Owen’s second attempt at a 6,069-mile journey through multiple storms, 536 pigs arrived at White Beach, Okinawa on September 27, 1948; and WHEREAS, since pork is a staple food in Okinawa, the shipment of pigs helped Okinawans to restart pig farms for sustenance and saved hundreds of lives, and the gift has since become a symbol of the strong relationship between Okinawa and Hawai’i; and WHEREAS, in Okinawan culture, the practice of yuimaaru is the act of being part of something greater than yourself, giving comfort to others with a warm heart, which today goes hand in hand with the spirit of aloha; and WHEREAS,yuimaaru was at the core of a life-saving shipment of the “Pigs from the Sea” which was an unforgettable humanitarian effort after World War II; THEREFORE I, DAVID Y. IGE, Governor, and I, DOUGLAS S. CHIN, Lieutenant Governor of the State of Hawai’i, do hereby proclaim September 27, 2018 as “PIGS FROM THE SEA DAY” in Hawai’i and ask the people of the Aloha State to join us in celebrating the 70th anniversary of the Pigs from the Sea, honoring the Okinawan community in the Hawaiian Islands for their efforts in continuing the spirit of yuimaaru and aloha today, and recognizing those who did their part in bridging two cultures and two islands together. Done at the State Capitol, in Executive Chambers, Honolulu, State of Hawai’i, this fifth day of September 2018. * PIGS FROM THE SEA DAY PROCLAMATION *Japan Times: Hawaii Pig shipment after the war to be memorialized in Okinawa #governorige #pigsfromthesea #WorldWarII #dougchin #okinawa #okinawan #whitebeach #pig #japantimes #pigshipment

Name: 2018 National POW/MIA Recognition Day Ceremony Date: Friday, September 21, 2018 Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM HST Place: National Cemetery of the Pacific 2177 Puowaina Drive, Honolulu, Hawai'i 96813 Americans pause on this special day to remember and acknowledge the courage and sacrifice of U.S. military personnel who, in heeding our Nation’s call to arms, forfeited their individual freedoms as prisoners of war, or lost their lives and remain missing. The ceremony recognizes the sacrifices of our prisoners of war and missing personnel, and their families, as well as DPAA’s commitment to account for those still missing. About National POW/MIA Recognition Day was established in 1979 through a proclamation signed by President Jimmy Carter. Since then, each subsequent president has issued an annual proclamation commemorating the third Friday in September as National POW/MIA Recognition Day. In 1998, the National Defense Authorization Act further strengthened the importance of the day by officially designating it as one of the six days per year that the POW/MIA flag is required to be flown at designated federal government locations. A national-level ceremony is held on every National POW/MIA Recognition Day. Traditionally held at the Pentagon, it features members from each branch of military service and participation from high-ranking officials. In addition to the national-level ceremony, observances of National POW/MIA Recognition Day are held across the globe on military installations, ships at sea, state capitols, schools and veterans' facilities. No matter where they are held, these National POW/MIA Recognition Day ceremonies share the common purpose of honoring those who were held captive and returned, as well as those who remain missing. For more information about National POW/MIA Recognition Day, review www.facebook.com/dodpaa or call (808) 448-4500, ext. 3150/3127/3161 2018 State of Hawai'i Proclamation National POW/MIA Recognition Day Toolkit Department of Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency #NationalPOWMIARecognitionDay #DPAA #NationalDefenseAuthorizationAct #NationalCemeteryofthePacific

National Rehabilitation Awareness Week is a time to acknowledge the many benefits that can arise from rehab programs. It highlights the positive impact that these services make in the lives of people in need and that every person deserves to live their life to the fullest. Rehab can benefit a person physically, mentally, and spiritually. Whether someone is undergoing inpatient care following a major surgery or attends a therapy session once a week to correct a minor issue, rehab services are there to help be a guide on the road to recovery. The mission of the National Rehabilitation Awareness Foundation (NRAF) is to educate people about the benefits and impact of rehabilitation, develop programs which aim to increase opportunities for the nearly fifty million Americans with disabilities, and help those who are disabled live up to their fullest potential. The NRAF was established in 1996 by Allied Services, a not-for-profit integrated health system headquartered in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Allied Services, since 1976, has served as sponsors of National Rehabilitation Week (Rehab Week, for short), a nationwide celebration to educate people about the benefits of rehabilitation and the capabilities of people with disabilities. The National Rehabilitation Awareness Foundation strives to highlight the positive impact that these services have in the lives of children, adults, and older adults alike. Proclamation may be read here. #NationalRehabilitationAwarenessWeek #rehab #hawaiisenate

WEST MAUI LEGISLATORS HOLD INFORMATIONAL MEETING FOR FARMERS AFFECTED BY WILD FIRES AND FLOODING DUE TO LANE AND OLIVIA WHO: Representative Angus McKelvey, Senator Rosalyn Baker, and representatives from the Hawaii State Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Department of Agriculture WHAT: Information meeting for Farmers and Farm Businesses impacted by fires and flooding due to Lane and Olivia WHEN: Tuesday, September 18, 2018 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. WHERE: Lahaina Intermediate School – School Cafeteria 871 Lahainaluna Road, Lahaina, HI 96761 Rep. Angus L.K. McKelvey (West Maui, Mā‘alaea, North Kīhei) and Sen. Rosalyn H. Baker (South and West Maui) will host an informational outreach event for farmers and other agricultural businesses impacted by the recent series of wild fires in West Maui due to Lane and the flooding incurred by Olivia. Federal and State Agriculture officials will be on hand with information and advice on financial and rebuilding assistance for farmers and farm businesses impacted by the recent fire and flooding. #westmaui #lane #olivia #HurricaneLane #TropicalStormOlivia #angusmckelvey #rozbaker #senatorbaker #repmckelvey #lahaina #lahainaintermediate

HONOLULU — The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) on September 20, 2018 (primary date) or October 3, 2018 (secondary date). The WEA portion of the test commences at 8:18 a.m. HST and the EAS portion follows at 8:20 a.m. HST. The test will assess the operational readiness of the infrastructure for distribution of a national message and determine whether technological improvements are needed. Cell phones that are switched on, within range of an active cell tower and whose wireless carrier participates in WEAs should be capable of receiving the national test message, and will receive the same special tone and vibration as with all WEA messages (i.e. Tornado Warning, AMBER Alert). This is the fourth EAS nationwide test and the first national WEA test. The WEA test message will be sent to cell phones. Previous successful EAS national tests were conducted in September 2011, 2016 and 2017 in collaboration with the FCC, broadcasters, and emergency officials. The EAS test is scheduled to last approximately one minute and is made available to EAS participants including radio and television broadcasters, cable systems, satellite radio and television providers, and wireline video providers. The test message will be similar to regular monthly EAS test messages with which the public is familiar. The WEA test message will read “This is a test of the National Wireless Emergency Alert system. No action is needed.” The WEA system is used to warn the public about dangerous weather, missing children, and other critical situations through alerts on cell phones. It allows customers whose wireless provider participates in WEA and who own a WEA compatible wireless phone to receive geotargeted alerts of imminent threats to safety in their area through unique tones and vibration. The national WEA test will use the same special tone and vibration. #HawaiiEmergencyManagementAgency #HIEMA #FEMA #FederalEmergencyManagementAgency #WirelessEmergencyAlert #EmergencyAlertSystem #hawaiiSenate

All public schools and Hawaii State Department of Education (HIDOE) offices will be open tomorrow, Thursday, Sept. 13 except for Kilohana Elementary. All afterschool activities will resume statewide. “We will continue to work with county and state partners to monitor the weather through the night for Maui County and Kauai. If there are any updates for these areas, we will let the public know right away,” said Superintendent Dr. Christina Kishimoto. “Our schools were able to get through the storm largely in great shape; however, certain areas have family homes that were highly impacted. We appreciate everyone’s support and patience, and urge our school communities to remain vigilant through the rest of Hurricane Season.” HIDOE will continue to provide updates about cancellations and closures on our website and social media — Twitter and Facebook. Parents are encouraged to work with their child’s school to ensure they have the most up-to-date contact information for their household. Families of students in charter schools are asked to contact their schools directly to learn about closures, or visit the Public Charter School Commission’s website. As of 5 p.m. this evening, Olivia continues to weaken and move away from the state. Tropical Storm Warnings for Oahu and Maui County have been discontinued. For more information, visit the Central Pacific Hurricane Center's website. #hidoe #kilohanaelementary #christinakishimoto #PublicCharterSchoolCommission #MauiCountyOfficeofEconomicDevelopment #oahustatemilitaryouth #olivia