East Hawai‘i News
Hu Honua Files Complaint Against Hawai’i Electric Light
In the complaint, Hu Honua asked the PUC to investigate Hawai’i Electric Light’s termination of a Power Purchase Agreement.
Hawai’i Officials React to Takai Announcement
Congressman Mark Takai announced on Thursday that he plans to suspend his run for re-election, noting a spread of the pancreatic cancer he is currently fighting.
Seven HPD Officers Receive Promotions
Seven sworn officers received promotions from Hawai’i Police Department Chief Harry S. Kubojiri.
Congressman Takai Will Not Seek Re-Election as Cancer Battle Continues
The Congressman made the announcement on Thursday, stating that his battle with pancreatic cancer has spread and his focus is “on getting better rather than getting re-elected.”
Comment Period for Critical Habitat Designation Reopens
A 15-day public comment period on the proposal to designate critical habitat for three plant species on the Big Island under the Endangered Species Act has been reopened by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service.
Missing Hilo Woman Located
The Hawai’i Police Department says that a missing 26-year-old woman has been located.
VA Funding Bill Includes $200M for Hawai’i
Included in the bill is nearly $200 million to be used for upgrades to infrastructure and training assets in Hawai’i.
BOE Approves Teacher Performance Evaluation Policy Changes
The Hawai’i State Board of Education has approved recommendations to revise its Teacher Performance Evaluation policy.
Kiska Aids Vessel Near Hilo Breakwall
“If we didn’t get it off the rocks, that vessel would have been destroyed,” Lieutenant Kevin Trujillo said.
Entrance Fees to Increase at HVNP
Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park will increase entrance fees to the park, beginning on June 1.
International Fisheries Bill Passes Through the Senate
Legislation introduced by United States Senators Brian Schatz, Dan Sullivan, and Edward J. Markey was unanimously passed by the Senate.
DBEDT Notes State’s ‘Strong First-Quarter Growth’
Within the report, DBEDT notes various strong aspects of the economy showing growth throughout.
Kuikahi Mediation: Brown Bag Talk on Thursday
Lorraine Mendoza will be featured as the speaker on “Creating Magic: Purposeful Planning and Implementation” at the May talk.
Police Investigating Hilo Attempted Robbery
A masked male suspect reportedly attempted to rob a Minit Stop employee.
No Tsunami Threat Following Earthquake off Coast of Ecuador
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center says there is no tsunami threat to Hawai’i following a 6.8 magnitude earthquake that occurred near the coast of Ecuador.
Police Searching for Missing Man
David Sellars was last seen wearing a grey football jersey and grey shorts.
Lawmakers Urge House Speaker to Take Zika Funding to Floor
The request came as Senate members voted and passed $1.1 billion in funding to fight the virus.
Big Island Charter Schools Still Accepting Pre-K Applications
Students are required to be four years old and have a family income 200 percent below the federal poverty guidelines for Hawai’i.
Police Seek Wanted Puna Man
The Hawai’i Police Department is looking for a Puna man who is wanted on two bench warrants for contempt of court.
