Page 6 - MidWeek - June 9, 2021

6 MIDWEEK JUNE 9, 2021
The state Department of Health is making it easier than ever to get the COVID-19 vaccine by expanding walk-in sites and extending hours to cater to busy lifestyles and peo- ple on the go. And, thanks to community
partners, health care facilities and other organizations, there are now some pret- ty neat incentives to schedule that first appointment.
inoculation rates, especially in the state’s younger demographic, and among unde- cided individuals and parents.
June to vaccinated individuals (this in- cludes those who are fully vaccinated, as well as individuals who get their first shot before June 30).
BY NICOLE MONTON PHOTOS COURTESY STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
DOH recently unveiled its #HIGot- Vaccinated campaign aimed at boosting
As part of the endeavor, Hawai‘i’s business community is coming together to offer deals and discounts throughout
Special deals and discounts range from $3 bags of Zippy’s chili, 10% off at Watanabe Floral and a chance to win an iPad mini from MDX Hawai‘i, to name a few. (To see the full list, visit higotvaccinated.com. Companies in- terested in being part of the vaccination solution can also check out the website to become a sponsor.)
A campaign like this wouldn’t be complete without some big-ticket items, and #HIGotVaccinated has delivered. Alaska Airlines plans on awarding round-trip tickets to a couple of lucky winners, and Vacations Hawai‘i will be giving away a Las Vegas trip for two. And for foodies out there, L&L Hawai- ian Barbecue is awarding two $500 gift
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Waipahu High School Congratulates Class of 2021 Graduate
Allurie Joy Almogela
• Early College Olympian
• Associate in Arts,
Leeward Community College 2020
• Pacific Regional Vice-President Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
• First U.S. high school student to hold the collegiate office of PTK Pacific Regional Vice President
• Rising senior at the University of Hawai‘i at Ma¯noa
• Senator, Colleges of Arts and Sci- ences, Associated Students of the University of Hawai‘i at Ma¯noa