In honor of Dr. King, discover new ways to serve the community! Martin Luther King, Jr. speaking at the UH …
“Grandchildren fill a space in your heart that you never knew was empty.” Unknown These five amazing young people are …
New Year’s Eve is a time of reflection. This March, we will be at the two-year mark since our state …
Happy Holidays from the Office of Senator Sharon Moriwaki! Snowmen, reindeer, Santas, snowflakes, candy canes, Nutcrackers, wreaths, and….a teddy bear …
“It’s not how much we give but how much love we put into giving.” Mother Teresa (Saint Teresa of Calcutta) …
“Water is the driving force of all nature”– Leonardo da Vinci Hawaii receives $1.6 million grant for Ala Wai Watershed …
OUR DISTRICT: Fall 2021 Community Survey Results Mahalo to the 291 respondents for completing our semi-annual community survey. Your input …
Happy Thanksgiving! “Thankfulness is the quickest path to joy” – Washington Middle School. Lucky and thankful we live Hawaii with …
November is Diabetes Awareness Month Today, approximately 142,000 people in Hawaii, or 12% of the population, have diabetes. This month, …
November is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia. It is a progressive disease beginning …
Arbor Day – Saturday, November 6 Arbor Day is a formally designated holiday around the world dedicated to honoring, planting …
Wishing you Safety & Aloha on Halloween!! Oct. 31, 2021 Halloween’s origins date back 2,000 years to the ancient Celtic …
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month October marks the 18th anniversary of National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, which aims to raise awareness …
Domestic Violence Awareness Month October 2021 October is national Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) – a chance to educate the …
Happy Columbus Day October 11 You can never cross the ocean unless you have the courage to lose sight of …
Happy (Belated) National Voter Registration Day! Tuesday, September 28th was National Voter Registration Day celebrating our democracy since 2012. On …
No Kid Hungry Campaign ~ September 2021 When kids don’t get the consistent nutrition they need every day, it’s harder …
September 2021 is Suicide Prevention Month The pandemic has not only taken a toll on the physical health of Hawaii …
A DAY OF REMEMBRANCE SEPT. 11, 2021 The National September 11 Memorial & Museum in New York City commemorates the …
Happy Labor Day Hawaii Workers Thank you for all you do! September 6, 2021 Labor Day pays tribute to the …
Stay Safe and Care for Each Other! August is National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM). This annual observance highlights the importance …
Hawaii Statehood Day August 20, 2021 Friday is a state holiday—statehood or admission day. It commemorates the day when President …
Congratulating The University of Hawaii Cancer Center for 50 years of Research Progress This year marks the 50th anniversary of …
August is Pedestrian Safety Month in Hawaii! HPD, DOT and Waikiki Citizen Patrol want to remind you to watch out …
Hawaii Public Schools: Return to Learn, Return Together August 3, 2021 The Longest Spring Break Ever Spring Break 2020 for …
2021 Tokyo Olympic Games July 23 – August 8 After being delayed for an entire year due to the COVID-19 …
SPOTLIGHT ON A COMMUNITY HERO Walt Flood: A Caring Steward of Waikiki Walt Flood “patrolled” Waikiki searching for problems to …
Our nation is built on the strength of our citizens. Every day, we encounter situations calling upon us to be …
Happy Independence Day – 4th of July On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress approved the Declaration of Independence, setting …
Governor Announces Updated Travel/Gathering Guidelines “We anticipate that on or about July 8, Hawaii will have achieved a 60% vaccination …
Happy Father’s Day – June 20, 2021 When I was just a tiny kid–do you remember when? It seems like …
Happy King Kamehameha Day – June 11, 2021 Known to be a fearless warrior, a wise diplomat, and a highly …
JOIN US IN TAKING BACK OUR STREETS—CITIZEN PATROLS The Unknown Soldier You need not ever know my name. This unknown …
JOIN US IN TAKING BACK OUR STREETS—CITIZEN PATROLS Old and new groups patrol our neighborhoods with our HPD officers. Join …
Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month May 2021 The American story as we know it would be impossible without …
Happy Nurses Week (May 6-12) & Happy Police Week (May 9-15)! Not Just Any Nurse! Hawaii Celebrates Police Week via …
Happy Mothers Day – May 9! “I was watching you smile a couple of days ago and stared in total …
LEGISLATIVE UPDATE Coming into the last stretch of the 31st. Legislature: Endless Conference Through Friday! Conference week is often considered …
Happy Earth Day – April 22 “There is but one Earth, tiny and fragile, and one must get 100,000 miles …
Second Decking of Bills: April 9. What’s Next? Kakaako Roads Receive Pothole Makeover After Years of Neglect Ala Wai Pedestrian …
Aloha Neighbor, LEGISLATIVE UPDATE Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) Deadline: May 31 Vaccinations open to 60 and older Other information …
“We wanted to bring the people to the legislators so they could hear our concerns. We don’t want Waikiki to …
Aloha Neighbor, IT’S ALL ABOUT LEGISLATION: HALF TIME UPDATE This past Thursday was “crossover” (meaning all bills that survive each …
Aloha Neighbor, LEGISLATIVE UPDATE: We Have Decked the Bills! Thursday night, our office received the last committee report (all measures …
This meeting occurs on Friday, March 5, 2021 at 3pm. _______________________________________ Aloha Neighbor, Join Rep. Troy Hashimoto and I this …
Aloha Neighbor, Oahu Moves to Tier 3: Covid Restrictions Finally Loosened Looking to get Vaccinated? VaccineFinder Helps You Find A …
Aloha Neighbor, It’s been a very hectic week for us at the legislature. We had a deadline for all bills …
Aloha Neighbor, We enter the Year of the Metal Ox— it portends to bring a period of calmness, harmony and …
LEGISLATIVE UPDATE The 2021 Legislative Session is well underway. As newly appointed Chair of the Committee on Government Operations (GVO), Senator …
Aloha Neighbor, DOH PARTNERS WITH PHARMACIES STATEWIDE TO PROVIDE COVID-19 VACCINE OAHU EDUCATORS CAN NOW GET FREE COVID-19 TEST THANKS …
Aloha Neighbor, Happy New Year! On Wednesday, the 2021 Session of the Hawaii State Legislature opened and our 46th president …
“The time is always right to do what is right.” – Martin Luther King, Jr. CELEBRATING THE REV DR. MARTIN …
COVID-19 UPDATE: Our case count is up so we’re still in Tier 2 Oahu is not doing well with 213 new covid cases reported on Thursday, Jan …
Aloha Neighbor, It was a year of challenges and many lessons learned – some better than others. But I know …
Christmas is most truly Christmas when we celebrate it by giving the light of love to those who need it …
Aloha Neighbor, REFLECTING ON THE LEADERS WHO HAVE SERVED THE PUBLIC WITH INTEGRITY AND GRACE: ANN KOBAYASHI HAWAII EXPECTED TO GET $200M IN …
Aloha Neighbor, Happenings that might be of interest to you from updates on COVID-19, including the travel quarantine, to construction in our district… and …
Aloha Neighbor, HAWAII REVS UP TO VACCINATE! MORE ON THE COVID-19 VACCINES: What’s the Plan? WARNING: Fake Vaccine Sales! STIMULUS CHECK: Recovery Tax …
Aloha Neighbor, VACCINES COMING TO TOWN: Joint Senate-House informational briefing HELP DOH: Participate in the DOH COVID-19 Vaccine Survey CITY RESOURCE FOR …
Aloha Neighbor, DEC 9 @ 9 — CITY COUNCIL: ALA MOANA PLAZA PROJECT PERMIT HEARING DEC 9 @ 11:30 –HAWAII …
Aloha Neighbor, VACCINE ON THE WAY TO HAWAII KAKAAKO FOOD DISTRIBUTION FOR COMMUNITY: DECEMBER DATES KAKAAKO DISPUTED STREETS: NO VERDICT …
Aloha Neighbor, There’s a lot happening this week. We try to cover all that might be of interest –from today’s …
Aloha Neighbor, Today’s messages are further updates on: what’s coming up next week; on UI for those with questions; and preparing for …
Aloha Neighbor, In a web poll several months ago when we were in lock down, I asked you what is the #1 challenge you faced …
Aloha Neighbor, ALOHA TOWER TURNS PURPLE FOR HUNGER & HOMELESS AWARENESS You’re wondering why Aloha Tower is turning purple. For another day, the iconic …
Aloha Neighbor, “Some people think wearing a face covering as, if you don’t wear it, you’re making a statement about freedom. I actually …
Aloha Neighbor, Happy Veterans Day to our military and their families and our fallen heroes who have sacrificed so much to keep us safe and our country strong. …
Aloha Neighbor, KAKAAKO COMMUNITY PROJECTS UPDATE ALA MOANA BEACH PARK SHORELINE SAFETY: November 12 Meeting ASSISTANCE PROGRAM: HEALTHCARE COVERAGE ASSISTANCE. PROGRAM: FOOD DISTRIBUTION …
Aloha Neighbor, Businesses in our district are reopening! We compiled a video showcasing their friendly faces welcoming you to their …
Aloha Neighbor, KEEPING UP WITH HONOLULU & STATE COVID ORDERS: What’s Happening? KAKAAKO PRIVATE STREETS: Update on Continuing Dispute TRAFFIC …
Aloha Neighbor, We heard you that, while my messages are helpful, they do take some effort to scroll down all …
Aloha Neighbor, HAWAII OPEN TO TRAVELERS: SAFE TRAVELS Program Launches Tomorrow Yesterday, the Governor signed a 14th supplementary emergency proclamation that extends the …
Aloha Neighbor, If you haven’t had the chance yet, please take our online community survey. It will take no more …
Aloha Neighbor, Happy Friday! Below are some fun and healthy events occurring this weekend. Do take advantage! Also, do find out …
Aloha Neighbor, As the number of new covid cases are starting to decrease and the new leadership at the State …
Aloha Neighbor, Mahalo if you sent your input on our community survey. We appreciate your response! If you haven’t yet …
Aloha Neighbor, WE’RE STARTING TO GET HELPFUL DATA: DOH & COVIDPAU Some of you have been asking for more data …
“September 11 impressed upon us that life is a precious gift. Every life has a purpose. And I think we …
Aloha Neighbor, September is National Preparedness Month to promote disaster planning. As our State continues to respond to COVID-19, and while you …
Aloha Neighbor, COMMEMORATE THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF JAPAN’S FORMAL SURRENDER ENDING WORLD WAR II Today (9/2) marks the 75th anniversary of Japan’s surrender …
Aloha Neighbor, Already into the second week of covid surge testing on Oahu, major testing on the H-3 freeway and at sites all over the state have intensified. Even …
Aloha Neighbor, CONSTRUCTIVE DISRUPTION: COMING TOGETHER Changes happening in the Department of Health with the recent appointment of the disease …
Aloha Neighbor, CHANGES AT DOH: Ramping Up Case Investigation and Contact Tracing Once the senate committee heard the administration was moving contact …
Aloha Neighbor, With Oahu’s surge over the past several weeks, the Mayor is taking more aggressive steps to test more …
61st Anniversary of Statehood: Admission Day, Friday, 8/21 A glorious day for Hawaii in 1959 when the long sought 50th star …
Aloha Neighbor, “Half the population is scared because they don’t know what’s going on…The other half is not scared enough …
Aloha Neighbor, PEACE: LET US NOT FORGET AUGUST 15 1945 There are those who remember the happiest moment in American …
Aloha Neighbor, Amid the rise in covid caes, I’ve heard from many of you and appreciate your concerns and suggestions. Those not taking …
Aloha Neighbor, The continuing covid surge—still at triple digit 201! —is finally moving the Administration to act with urgency to add trained …
“As long as individuals in our communities fail to accept personal responsibility for the spread of COVID-19, we are unfortunately …
Aloha Neighbor, As we end the week and plan for the weekend, be mindful –more than ever. We are seeing …
Aloha Neighbor, Today’s message covers warnings as we see the biggest spike in positive coronavirus cases… anticipate the coming of …
Aloha Neighbor, We continue to adjust our pandemic protocols as more openings occur. COVID-safe schools are on the minds of many who are …
Aloha Neighbor, Wishing you all a restful weekend. Below is information from the past week and happenings in the coming days …
REMINDER: SENATE COVID COMMITTEE CONTINUES TO MEET Although the Legislature adjourned last Friday, the Senate Special COVID-19 Committee will continue to …
Have you experienced Waikiki’s “Open Kalakaua” Sunday? It’s the Mayor’s pilot project to help Waikiki businesses by bringing people to …
Aloha Neighbor, The 2020 Legislative Session officially ended today, Friday, July 10, sine die. However, this does not rule out the …
HAPPY 4TH TO EVERYONE! Celebrate our Nation’s 244th Birthday! Enjoy the birth of our Nation and our independence… The City’s …
Aloha Neighbor, We’ve been wanting to open up our border but with strong safeguards for our health and safety. It …
Aloha Neighbor, LEGISLATURE CONVENES FOR 3-WEEK SESSION Today (Monday) the Legislature reconvened and will be meeting until July 10 to …
Aloha Neighbor, Much is still on our minds as Hawaii residents continue to adjust to this COVID world. As many operations reopen today and through the weekend, …
Aloha Neighbor, As Summer blossoms, Hawaii blossoms in more meaningful ways: the reopening of major social activities, an opportunity for …
Aloha Neighbor, Summer is almost here but school’s out! Parents, your keiki can still thrive in this age of COVID …
Aloha Neighbor, VOTE! Are you registered? Did you update your address? Election 2020 is coming up with the Primary Election …
Aloha Neighbor, READY, SET, GO… DINE-IN RESTAURANTS TODAY Oahu restaurants are allowed to open for dine-in services starting Friday under strict …
CONGRATULATIONS RISING SCIENTISTS!!! The Hawaii Academy of Science announced the 2020 Grand Award Winners of the Hawaii State Science & …
Aloha Neighbor, Today is June 1. Can you believe COVID-19 arrived here almost 3 months ago? It hit our aloha …
Aloha Neighbor, Day by day… the legislature, looking at all sources of funding, is crafting a way to pay for …
Aloha Neighbor, Mahalo for your vigilance in preventing the spread of the virus. With the low number of new COVID19 …
Aloha Neighbor, Although we are in recess until mid-June, we are working on continuing COVID issues and looking at the …
Aloha Neighbor, As we head into our pandemic summer, we continue to adapt to our new normal. The short-lived but …
“My wish, for you, is that this life becomes all that you want it to, your dreams stay big, your …
Aloha Neighbor, The Senate and House ended the session today by passing the budget bills and a number of senate …
Aloha oe Uncle Willie K. You will be missed, but your music will live on forever. Aloha Neighbor, Today we …
Aloha Neighbor, We are entering the 14th week since the pandemic came to our state in late February. With everyone …
Today, May 15, is Peace Officers Memorial Day where we remember peace officers who died or have been disabled in the line of duty. …
Aloha Neighbor, SENATE UPDATE: WAYS & MEANS COMMITTEE BRIEFING Today the committee was briefed on the State Administration’s proposal for …
Aloha Neighbor, The Legislature is meeting daily, with the senate and house committees meeting primarily on the budget. The senate …
Aloha Neighbor, Today, Monday, May 11th is “National Eat What You Want Day.” No kidding, it really is. Celebrate this day …
Aloha Neighbor, As the pandemic continues to keep us apart physically, let’s take the time out to send our mahalo …
Aloha Neighbor, Amidst the uncertainty and suffering due to pandemic there is a silver lining to appreciate “lucky you live …
Aloha Neighbor, UPDATE ON THE PUBLIC HEALTH RECOVERY PLAN The safe reopening of Hawaii’s economy depends on a number of …
Happy Cinco de Mayo, All! Cinco de Mayo celebrates the courage and victory of those who battled at Puebla in …
Aloha Neighbor, “May Day is Lei Day in Hawai’i Nei” — a day to celebrate our aloha and our ‘aina’s …
Aloha Neighbor, Today’s briefing covered a number of areas and some exciting developments that are more promising and hopeful for …
Aloha Neighbor, The governor’s press conference today was very encouraging. Congratulations to everyone for following social distancing and masking up …
Aloha Neighbor, Today’s briefing was long but short on definitive answers. I share with you some of the highlights of …
Aloha Neighbor, Last Friday the Governor extended the stay-at-home order for another month to May 31. See Governor’s 6thProclamation. With …
Aloha Neighbor, Today’s senate special committee meeting covered a lot of areas and I share with you highlights of what …
Aloha Neighbor, There has been talk about the state reopening as our numbers are low; but many others, including the …
Aloha Neighbor, Hawaii’s future lies in our keiki. As resilient as they are, we still must make sure we continue …
Aloha Neighbor, As we see our efforts of sheltering in place and social distancing paying off with fewer positive cases, …
Aloha Neighbor, The “silver lining” of the COVID19 pandemic: making us take pause — to be more mindful of others; …
Aloha Neighbor, The Senate Special Committee Meeting met Friday at 11am, with a lot of ground covered on issues of concern …
Aloha Neighbor, There have been a number of concerns about what’s happening in our community and some of you are …
Aloha Neighbor, Incident Commander Kenneth Hara, Hawaii Emergency Management Agency, briefed the Senate Special Committee today on the COVID-19 Emergency …
Aloha Neighbor, The Senate Special Committee met today to hear updates from Attorney General Clare Connors, Labor Director Scott Murakami, …
Caring for our Keiki: Our keiki are at home while we shelter in place so I thought we could mention …
Aloha Neighbors, The Senate Special Committee on COVID-19 hearing Thursday focused on concerns raised by the community: unemployment insurance, homeless …
Aloha Neighbors, The Senate Special Committee on COVID-19 met yesterday with the Lieutenant Governor and key state agencies. We were …
Aloha Neighbors, Mahalo for your feedback on our messages. We look forward to continuing to answer your questions and address …
Aloha Neighbors, We continue to hear the best way to beat the coronavirus –other than finding a cure or vaccine—is …
Click here for Federal Tax Relief details Aloha Neighbors, The Senate Special Committee on COVID-19 met today with the Governor’s Chief …
Aloha Neighbors, The Senate Special Committee on COVID-19 will meet tomorrow, Friday, April 3 at 11 am. You can watch it on `Ōlelo channel …
Aloha Neighbors, I hope you are well and continue to social distance and be healthy! Some of you told us …
Aloha,With the Governor’s and Mayor’s Orders we are seeing our district restaurants closing their dining services. Some are continuing with …
Aloha Neighbors, The senate special committee met Monday with the Governor’s chief of staff and the directors of budget & finance, labor …
Aloha Neighbors, Yesterday’s senate special committee meeting focused on support for small business, inviting Jane …
Aloha Neighbors, I hope you and your families are healthy and safe in the shadow of the COVID-19 pandemic which …
Hawai‘i State Senator Clarence Nishihara tests positive for COVID-19 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, March 19, 2020Honolulu, Hawai‘i – Hawai‘i State …
Aloha, A Senate special committee was appointed to advise the Senate on the State’s COVID-19 plans and procedures and the …
Caring for Ourselves—FREE COVID-19 SCREENING WHERE: On Ilalo Street in front of Kakaako Gateway Park …
UPDATE – Caring for our community: stay-at-home, work-at-home We are seeing the spread of COVID-19 in the country and in the …
FROM THE OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR:Governor Ige issues statewide order to stay at home, work from home to fight COVID-19State …
Aloha,I hope you are all well and keeping healthy and practicing the 6 foot rule of social distancing as well …
Caring for Ourselves—COVID-19 SCREENING IN KAKAAKO WHERE: On Ilalo Street in front of Kakaako Gateway Park …
Aloha Neighbors, With the growing numbers of positive cases, please be extra careful to stay healthy. I hope you are …