East Hawaii News
Dengue: One Additional Case Confirmed, Two Infectious
One new case of dengue fever was confirmed on the Big Island Friday, bringing the total confirmed case count to 242.
DLNR: Ohia Wilt Spread Larger than Originally Thought
Rapid ohia death, or ohia wilt, a fungal infestation that attacks ohia trees, may be spreading more rapidly that initially thought.
KMA Weekend Bird Hunting
On Jan. 30 and Jan. 31, Army officials will open the Keamuku Maneuver Area for shotgun hunting of birds from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Medical Marijuana Bills Introduced as Application Process Closes
The application period for prospective applicants interested in obtaining a permit to operate a medical marijuana dispensary closes on Friday.
Lau Steps Down from Managing Director Post, Announces Mayoral Run
Hawai’i County Managing Director Wally Lau announced his resignation on Thursday, the same day he announced his run for Hawai’i County Mayor.
Honoka’a Man Wanted on Warrant
Eighteen-year-old Christian H. Olivera is being sought by the Hawai’i Police Department on a bench warrant for contempt of court.
Search for Wanted Honoka’a Man Continues
Kanen-Dean Ventura-Flores, 18, continues to be sought by the Hawai’i Police Department on a bench warrant for contempt of court.
Community Remembers Onizuka on Challenger Anniversary
Onizuka was the first astronaut from Hawai’i, as well as the first Asian American and first of Japanese ancestry, to reach space.
Detective Todd Honored as ‘Officer of the Month’
Detective Grant Todd received the “Officer of the Month” honor for his efforts in investigating the case of a wanted man.
Senate to Include Schatz’s Energy Research Funding Amendment
An amendment to the Energy Policy Modernization Act was approved by the United States Senate in a 55-37 vote.
Kawamoto Pool to Close Friday For Maintenance
Charles “Sparky” Kawamoto Swim Stadium in Hilo will close all day Friday as repairs and maintenance work will be performed.
Dengue: No New Cases, Three Infectious
The Hawai’i Department of Health lists three of the 241 total confirmed cases as “potentially infectious.”
Fontes Charged in Murder of Puna Man
Eric James Fontes Jr. has been charged in the murder of Barton Allen Bumatay.
Pepeekeo to Hakalau Resurfacing Project to Begin Monday
A 24-hour one lane closure will be added to the Hawai’i Department of Transportation’s list of roadwork projects, beginning Monday, Feb. 1 at 8:30 a.m.
DOE: SQS Assists in Gathering School Quality Information
The surveys provide information on how schools are doing in ways of school culture, satisfaction, and engagement.
Public Hearing on Proposed Changes to Forest Reserve Lands
The hearing will start at 5:30 p.m. at the Kuhio Hale, Department of Hawaiian Home Lands West Hawai‘i district office, located at 64-756 Mamalahoa Highway.
Final Farewells to Late Senator Gilbert Kahele
A final tribute will be paid to the late Senator Gilbert Kahele as a motorcade will pass by the State Capitol on Beretania Street on Oahu next Tuesday morning.
Police Investigate Hilo Attempted Robbery
An attempted robbery in Hilo Wednesday evening is being investigated by the Hawai’i Police Department.
Missing 87-Year-Old Woman Located
The Hawai’i Police Department issued an alert that Tsusurue Osakai was missing Wednesday at about 6:30 p.m. Another alert notice that she was located was sent just before 4:45 a.m. Thursday.
Police Search for Missing 87-Year-Old Woman
Tsusurue Osaki is 5-foot-1 and weighs 130 pounds. She has short gray hair.
