East Hawai‘i News
Big Island Electric Bills Lowest in Six Years
Big Island energy users may notice a drop in their electric bills this month, as Hawaiian Electric Light reports the lowest monthly bills in more than six years.
DLNR: Comprehensive Coral Reef Management Planning
A comprehensive coral reef management plan for near-shore water in the main Hawaiian Islands is underway in response to mass coral bleaching across the entire Hawaiian archipelago.
Dengue Fever Count Up 18 Since Friday
Fifty-six cases of dengue fever on the Big Island have been confirmed by the Hawai’i Department of Health.
State Launches New Climate Adaptation Portal
The Hawai’i Climate Adaptation Portal will provide the public with information on climate change and its impacts.
Scheduled Lane Closures Nov. 16-20
The State of Hawai’i Department of Transportation and the Hawai’i County Department of Public Works have announced scheduled lane closures for the week.
Flood Advisory Issued Through 9:15 p.m.
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Advisory for western portions of the Big Island through 9:15 p.m.
UPDATE: Mosquito Control Continues Island-Wide
Hawai’i Department of Health crews continue mosquito control through spraying operations Saturday.
Governor Ige Returns from South Korea, Japan
Governor David Ige has returned to Hawai’i following a nine-day trip to South Korea and Japan, where he promoted economic growth.
Expanded Time-of-Use Rates Proposed by Hawaiian Electric
Hawaiian Electric Light Companies have proposed new voluntary time-of-use rate options for residential customers.
Man Sought for Questioning in Abuse Case
Thirty-four-year-old Daniel Lemaire is being sought by the Hawai’i Police Department for questioning in an abuse case.
Police Release Nov. 13 Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Big Island Dengue Fever Count at 38
The dengue fever count on the Big Island continues to rise with four new confirmed cases, bringing the total to 38.
Umauma Bridge Closed, Delays Expected
State of Hawai’i Department of Transportation Highways Division officials report the closure is at the Umauma Bridge, between mile markers 16 and 17.
List of Diverse Colleges Ranks UH-Hilo Second
Online website Best College Reviews ranks the University of Hawai’i at Hilo as one of the top colleges in the nation when it comes to diversity.
No Tsunami Threat Following 6.5M Japan Earthquake
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center says there is no tsunami threat to Hawai’i following a 6.5 magnitude earthquake northwest of the Ryukyu Islands.
PTA: New Check-In Stations for Hunting
Army officials have announced new Pohakuloa Training Area hunter check-in stations.
Pidgin Language Recognized by U.S. Census
Recent data from the United States Census Bureau includes Hawaiian Pidgin and Pidgin as recognized “at home” languages.
UPDATE: Daniel K. Inouye Highway Reopens
Daniel K. Inouye Highway is currently closed in both directions near the 14-mile marker as a result of a traffic accident.
Kawananakoa Playground Reopens with New Turf
After a three-and-a-half week closure, Kawananakoa Gymnasium’s children’s playground in Hilo reopened to the public Thursday.
