East Hawai‘i News
Bill Signed to Simplify Gender Change on Birth Certificates
Governor David Ige signed HB631 Monday that will ease the process of changing gender on birth certificates.
Hilo Fuel Prices Level Out, Kona Drops Slightly
Fuel prices in Hilo remain steady this week, while Kona motorists are paying slightly less than one week ago.
Mauna Kea Summit Access Road Fully Reopened
The University of Hawai’i has announced the full reopening of the Mauna Kea Summit Access Road.
Police Search for Missing Pahoa Man
A 59-year-old Pahoa man has been reported missing after last being seen Saturday at Mahukona Beach Park in North Kohala.
Woman Charged After Striking OMKM Ranger Vehicle
The identity of a woman arrested atop Mauna Kea early Sunday morning has been released.
Governor Ige Appoints Mizumoto as BOE Chair
Lance A. Mizumoto will become the next Board of Education Chair, appointed by Governor David Ige, as Don Horner steps down.
Kilauea Summit Update – 7/13/15
For the first time in several weeks, a deflationary trend was detected at the summit of Kilauea on Sunday night.
KTA’s Taniguchi Named BSA Aloha Council President, Chair
KTA Super Stores chairman and chief executive officer Barry K. Taniguchi was recently named Boy Scouts of America Aloha Council President and Board Chair.
Theives Steal Over $3K Worth of Plants from Kapa’au Nursery
Owners of a Kapa’au Nursery had over $3,000 worth of potted plants stolen from them over a one-week period.
Faulty Vent Fan, Wiring Causes Home Fire in Kea’au
A house fire in Kea’au Sunday was caused by a faulty vent fan and wiring.
Scheduled Lane Closures: July 13-17
The Department of Transportation and the Department of Public Works have released their scheduled lane closures for the week of July 13.
Women Arrested Early Sunday on Mauna Kea
A woman was arrested on Mauna Kea early Sunday morning for using her car to strike an Office of Mauna Kea Management Ranger vehicle.
Weekend Road Work to Cause Closure
The State of Hawai’i Department of Transportation has announced a temporary road closure for this weekend.
BLNR Votes to Approve Mauna Kea Restrictions
In a 5-2 vote late Friday night, the Board of Land and Natural Resources approved emergency measures that would tighten access rules atop Mauna Kea.
Tropical Storm Forms West of the State
Tropical Storm Halola has formed far west of the state, and is not expected to have an impact on Big Island weather conditions.
Fence Posts Stolen from Hamakua Property
The Hawai’i Police Department is seeking information regarding 47 T-rail posts stolen from a Hamakua property earlier in the week.
Incident Report Details Problems on Mauna Kea
Prior to Friday’s Board of Land and Natural Resources meeting, University of Hawai’i released a Mauna Kea incident report, written by rangers who work there.
Police Release July 10 Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
PHOTOS: Kilauea Summit Update – 7/10/15
Activity at the summit of Kilauea has no significant change over the past day. The lava lake within the Overlook crater remains at 148 feet below the crater’s rim.
BOE Names New Board Members
Four new Board of Education members were recently confirmed by the State Senate.
