East Hawai‘i News
No New Big Island Dengue Cases Confirmed Wednesday
No new cases of dengue fever were confirmed on the Big Island Wednesday. Spraying operations continue in Naalehu, Hilo, and Honaunau.
Brown Bag Series Session to Tackle Holiday Stress
Erika Ginnis will share “Stress Release Techniques for a Joyous and Peaceful Holiday Season” on Thursday, Nov. 19.
Veterans Day 2015
Veterans Day is celebrated yearly on Nov. 11 in honor of United States military veterans.
Stranded Whale Held Line of History with Researchers
A false killer whale that washed ashore Saturday was not just any whale. The 1,300-pound female had been spotted by researchers several times over the past eight years.
No Tsunami Threat Following 6.6M Chile Earthquake
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center says there is no tsunami threat to Hawai’i following a 6.6 magnitude earthquake off the coast of Central of Chile.
DLNR: Mauna Kea Land for ‘Recreation, Research, Recovery’
A DLNR spokesperson said the resumption of TMT activity on Mauna Kea will coincide with hunting and other activities also happening on the mountain.
Big Island Dengue Fever Count Rises to 33
Six more dengue fever cases have been confirmed on the Big Island, bringing the total number of cases Tuesday to 33.
Mellon-Hawai’i Fellowship Selections Made
Three Native Hawaiian scholars will pursue original research and advance their academic careers through the Mellon-Hawai’i Fellowship program.
Hilo Elks Lodge Accepting Student Essay Submissions
Hilo Elks Lodge has announced the 2015-2016 Americanism Essay Contest, focused on the theme, “What I Can Do to Promote Americanism and Love of Country.”
TMT: ‘Small Crew’ Headed to Mauna Kea
A Thirty Meter Telescope crew will soon make its way back up Mauna Kea.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
A total of 922 DUI arrests have been made so far in 2015. That number is a 7.4 percent decrease from last year’s number of 996 arrests during the same time period.
POLL: TMT Commissioned Survey Shows Support
A total of 613 Hawai’i residents over the age of 18 were surveyed via cell phone and land line calls in October.
DOE May See Reduction in Daytime Electric Rates
The proposed rate reduction is in front of the Public Utilities Commission, with the request that the rates go into effect on Jan. 5, 2016 and remain in effect for ten years.
Dengue Fever: DOH Launches ‘Fight the Bite’ Campaign
The Hawai’i Department of Health announced “Fight the Bite,” an educational campaign to inform the public about dengue fever.
3.6M Earthquake Shakes Big Island
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports a 3.6 magnitude earthquake shook the Big Island Monday morning.
DOH Confirms Additional Dengue Fever Cases
The case count of confirmed dengue fever cases on the Big Island rose by another four over the weekend, bringing the total number of confirmed dengue fever cases to 27.
Drowsy Driving Prevention Week Nov. 10-16
Nov. 10 through Nov. 16 is celebrated as National Drowsy Driving Prevention Week by the National Highway Safety Administration.
Hilo Trap and Skeet Range to Close on Veterans Day
In observance of Veterans Day on Wednesday, Nov. 11, the Hawai’i County Department of Parks and Recreation will close the Hilo Trap and Skeet Range.
Hawai’i CC Celebrates Anniversary, Honors Alumnus
Hawai’i CC faculty, staff, alumni, and community members gathered to not only celebrate the college, but also to support students by raising money for scholarships through ticket sales and donations.
Police Search For Missing Hilo Man
Fifty-eight-year-old Hilo man William G. Quintana is being searched for by the Hawai’i Police Department after being reported missing.
