East Hawai‘i News
Washington Man Dies in Single-Vehicle Traffic Crash
A 62-year-old Washington state man died over the weekend after being involved in a traffic collision on Kalapana-Kapoho Road.
Scheduled Lane Closures Sept. 8-11
Scheduled lane closures have been announced by the State of Hawai’i Department of Transportation and the Hawai’i County Department of Public Works.
Surf Impacts from Jimena Diminishing
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center continues to track Tropical Storm Jimena as it moves far north above the state. Surf should remain at advisory levels through Tuesday.
Police Search for Missing Hilo Toddler
The Hawai’i Police Department is searching for a missing two-year-old who was last seen at a Hilo beach park with his father.
Labor Day 2015: What’s Closed?
Dating back to the late 1800’s, Labor Day began as a celebration for the working force of America. The holiday became federally recognized in 1894.
Jimena Stays Clear of Hawai’i, Brings Continous Large Surf
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center continues to monitor Tropical Storm Jimena.
Spear Tip Stolen from Hilo’s King Kamehameha Statue
The top section of the Hilo King Kamehameha statue spear has been stolen, according to the Hawai’i Police Department.
Flood Warning Posted for Big Island Through 7:15 p.m.
Flood Warning posted for parts of the Big Island…
Jimena Dropped to Tropical Storm Status, Weakens
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center continues to track Tropical Storm Jimena.
UPDATE: Flood Advisory Extended Through 7:45 p.m.
The National Weather Service has extended a Flood Advisory for the Big Island through 7:45 p.m. Saturday.
Weekend Lane Closure
The Hawai’i State Department of Transportation has released lane closure information for the weekend of Sept. 5.
Jimena Remains Far East, Weakening
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center continues to track Hurricane Jimena.
HVNP Announces 100 Year Anniversary Logo and Events
The park celebrates its centennial anniversary on Aug. 25, 2016.
Flash Flood Watch Extended Through Midnight
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Warning through 9:00 p.m.
Police Release Sept. 4 Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
National Suicide Prevention Week: Sept. 7-13
National Suicide Prevention Week is from Sept. 7-13, with World Suicide Prevention Day on Sept. 10.
Hawai’i HPV Vaccinations Low
In Hawai’i, research by the Centers for Disease Control shows that only 34 percent of females and 15 percent of males have been fully immunized from Human Papillomavirus.
HSPLS Libraries Will Observe Labor Day
Hawai’i State Public Library System libraries on the Big Island and throughout the state will observe Labor Day.
Jimena Weakens, Moves NW Slowly East of Hawai’i
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center continues to monitor Hurricane Jimena.
Couple Arrested, Charged in Multiple Auto Thefts
A couple wanted for involvement in several auto thefts has been identified and arrested.
