East Hawai‘i News
‘Restless’ Volcano Study to Include Kilauea
The University of Hawai’i at Manoa will receive $1.2 million in funding as part of a six-university collaboration with the Volcano Hazards Program of the USGS.
DCCA to Hold Public Meetings on Oceanic Transfer
Two public meetings will be held next week to get feedback on Time Warner Cable’s proposed transfer of control of Oceanic TWC to Charter Communications.
HVNP Mules, Horse Assist in Backcountry Rescue
Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park’s mules and horse transported two injured hikers last week after they became dehydrated and turned their ankles.
Local Non-Profit to Receive Large Sum in Grant Money
The Hawai’i County Council will discuss the approval of an $83,500 grant to a local non-profit during its 9 a.m. meeting on Wednesday at the Hawai’i County Building in Hilo.
NextEra Pushes Newest Filings
Eighty-five commitments, more than 50 of which that are new, were detailed Monday as NextEra pushed to provide proof that the company would be beneficial to Hawai’i.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
A total of 693 arrests for driving under the influence have been made in 2015.
Hurricane Jimena Moves into Central Pacific
Tracking of Hurricane Jimena will be picked up by the Central Pacific Hurricane Center Tuesday, as the storm has moved into the Central Pacific Basin.
UPDATE: Large Surf Closes Bayfront Highway, Beach Parks
Bayfront Highway, along with several beach parks remain closed Tuesday afternoon as large surf and debris has impacted the areas.
Hamakua Man Sought by Police
A 43-year-old Hamakua man is being sought by the Hawai’i Police Department on a bench warrant for contempt of court.
Puʻu ʻŌʻō Activity ‘Normal’ on Monday
Normal activity resumed at Puʻu ʻŌʻō Monday after two seprate breakouts began and ended within three days.
Flood Advisory Issued Through 4:45 p.m
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Advisory through 4:45 p.m.
Police Search for Missing Teen
The Hawai’i Police Department is searching for missing teenager Shalee Minamishin.
Late Night ‘Lights’ Likely Cosmos 1315 Payload
An overnight flash across the sky has a likely explanation.
Scheduled Road Closures Aug. 31 – Sept. 4
Temporary lane closures have been announced by the State Department of Transportation for the week of Aug. 31.
UPDATE: Ignacio Will Pass Above the Big Island
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center continues to track Hurricane Ignacio, while the National Hurricane Center is watching Hurricane Jimena.
Flood Advisory Issued Through 7 p.m.
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Advisory for the Big Island until 7 p.m.
11 p.m. UPDATE: Ignacio Expected to Rapidly Weaken
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center is maintaining a watchful eye on Hurricane Ignacio, while the National Hurricane Center continues to track Hurricane Jimena.
Downtown Business Watch Meeting Scheduled
The Downtown Hilo Improvement Association, along with the Hawai’i Police Department, will hold a Downtown Business Watch meeting next Thursday.
Monthly Siren, EAS Testing Canceled
Monthly siren and Emergency Alert System testing has been canceled to avoid confusion as Hurricane Ignacio nears.
