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Awards Tap Six for Commitment to Community
Pualu Awards recognize individuals, businesses and/or nonprofit organizations that exemplify a commitment to the improvement and advancement of our community.
Alahou Street Extension Opens
The County of Hawai‘i announces that the long-awaited Alahou Street Extension that opened, will mean a big boost to interconnectivity in Kailua-Kona
Tree Trimming Work Fronting Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel
The County Highways Maintenance Division announces they will be doing tree trimming work on the large banyan tree at the Ka‘ahumanu Pl. intersection with Ali‘i Dr./Palani Rd.
Study: Hawai‘i Ranks No. 1 for Overworked Nurses
On average, there are 1.9 nurses for every 1,000 people in Hawai‘i.
Firm Selected to Assist With UH Hilo Chancellor Search
UH Hilo announces that a professional search firm has been selected to assist in the search for the next University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo chancellor.
New Legislation to Strengthen Rights of Workers
Nearly 50 Senate and House Democrats introduced bicameral legislation to guarantee the right for public employees to organize, act concertedly, and bargain collectively.
Town Hall: Future of Puna
The Office of County Councilwoman Eileen O’Hara is hosting a Future of Puna Town Hall on Saturday, June 30, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Pāhoa High School Cafeteria.
OHA Grant for Second Annual Mālama Nā Keiki Festival
Hui Mālama Ola Nā ʻŌiwi (Hui Mālama) announces a $6,500 award from the Office of Hawaiian Affairs (OHA) ‘Ahahui Grants program.
Hazardous Waste Collection Event, June 16
The County of Hawai‘i announces that the next Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) collection event will occur between 7:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., on Saturday, June 16, 2018.
Gov. and Lt. Gov. Forum in Kailua-Kona, June 15
The public is invited to attend a moderated Gubernatorial and Lieutenant Governor Candidate Forum on Friday, June 15, 2018, from 5:30 to 8 p.m.
HawCC Dean’s List for Spring 2018
Hawai‘i Community College announces the names of the following students who have achieved Dean’s List honors for the Spring 2018 semester.
Reps on Paris Climate Accord: Keeping the Promise While Keeping Up the Call to Action
Senators released new analysis highlighting domestic actions in the past year that are helping the United States still meet its commitment to the Paris climate agreement.
Real Estate Commission to Hold Meetings & Consultations in Hilo
The Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs announces that the state’s Real Estate Commission will convene its standing committee meetings
CAFNRM Dean’s List, Spring 2018
UH Hilo announces that the following students in the College of Agriculture, Forestry and Natural Resource Management received Dean’s List recognition for the Spring 2018 semester:
Campaign Launched to Help Puna Evacuees
Lava Lava Beach Club and partners SimplicityHR by ALTRES and BAYADA Home Care will donate $10,000 each to the Hawaii Community Foundation…
Lots for Sale in Big Island’s First Sustainable ‘Agrihood’
Featuring 11 one-acre vacant lots zoned Ag-1 for agricultural use; Kuwili Lani is a planned, intentional community that is designed to be low-impact.
College of Pharmacy Spring 2018 Dean’s List
The University of Hawai‘i at Hilo announces that the following students from the Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy have been named to the Dean’s List for the Spring 2018 semester:
Kona-Kohala Chamber to Hold Annual Luncheon
Annual membership and installation luncheon welcomes Henk Rogers as keynote speaker; includes Pualu Awards.
Waiākea-Uka Park to Expand
The County of Hawai‘i has received recording clearance on June 4, 2018, for the purchase of a 1-acre parcel of land adjacent to Waiākea-Uka Park in Hilo.
Gov., Lt. Gov. Forums to Be Held in Kailua-Kona
The Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce will present its Governor and Lieutenant Governor Candidate Forums on Friday, June 15, at Kealakehe High School.
