Coast Guard Searching for Owner of Found Kayak
Watchstanders at the Sector Honolulu Command Center received a report at 10:40 p.m. from a good Samaritan who noted they recovered the kayak in the area of Keauhou Bay, near Kahaluu.
Big Island Dengue Count Holds at 259
Last Friday, the confirmed case count rose to 259 and has remained at that number into Tuesday afternoon.
State Emergency Proclamation on Homelessness Extended
Tuesday’s extension is the third since October, when Governor David Ige initially declared an emergency on homelessness. It is set to expire in April.
UPDATE: High Surf Causes Big Island Closures
Several beach parks are closed as result of high surf conditions hitting the state.
Prom Dress Drive Hosted by Friends of the Children’s Justice Center
New and gently used prom, party dresses, and evening gowns will be collected, along with shoes, jewelry, and accessories.
DWS: Temporary Water Shut-Off Scheduled Along Kapiolani Street
Once water service resumes, the waterlines will be flushed and cleaned.
HPD: Community Satisfaction Survey Rolls Out in March
The Hawai’i Police Department says the public is invited to take the month-long survey beginning on March 1.
Public Napu’u Conservation Project Meetings Scheduled
Meetings will be held to receive public testimony on the draft.
High Surf Causes Closure
A High Surf Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service for north facing shores, with potential surf heights of 20 to 30 feet.
Senator Hirono Reminds Residents of New Tax Credits
Representatives from the Taxpayer Advocate Service, the AARP Foundation Tax Aide program, and Catholic Charities Hawai’i joined Senator Hirono over the weekend to promote the tax benefits and free tax services available to seniors and low-income households.
Overnight Water Shut-Off Scheduled for Laupahoehoe Water System
DWS says that the shut-off is necessary to conduct waterline work for the Laupahoehoe 0.5 MG Reservoir Construction Project.
No New Dengue Cases Reported, Count at 259
No new dengue fever cases have been reported since Friday.
UH Information Technology Center Awarded LEED Gold
The center has been awarded the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Gold certification by the United States Green Building Council.
Zonta to Recognize Jackie Pualani Johnson
Johnson will be recognized during a ceremony at the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel on March 14.
Suspect ID Sought in Retail Theft
The Hawai’i Police Department is looking for the identity of an individual wanted in connection to a theft investigation.
DLNR Names New DOFAW Administrator
David Smith, former Department of Land and Natural Resources Oahu Branch Chief for the Division of Forestry and Wildlife, was recently promoted.
Scheduled Lane Closures Feb. 22-26
Various portions of Big Island roadways will be temporarily closed throughout the week as road construction continues.
Hawai’i Electric: More Evening Power Interruptions Not Anticipated
Hawai’i Electric Light says evening power interruptions are not anticipated on Sunday.
UPDATE: Hawai’i Electric Requests Saturday Evening Power Reduction
Hawai’i Electric Light customers are being asked to conserve power between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday evening.
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