East Hawai‘i News
BIPC Accepting Scholarship Applications
The Big Island Press Club is accepting applications for its 2015 scholarships.
Malama Market Returns to Pahoa
After three months, Malama Market in Pahoa reopened its store to the public.
Update: Hapuna Beach Closed After Shark Attack
58-year-old man taken to North Hawaii Community Hospital following attack.
UH-Hilo S-STEM Program Receives $622K Grant
The National Science Foundation awarded UH-Hilo’s Scholarships for STEM Program with a grant to support scholarships for eligible high school seniors.
HSPLS will Observe Prince Kuhio Day
All public libraries on the Big Island and throughout the state will be closed on March 26 in observance of the Prince Kuhio Day Holiday.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 3/18/15
Activity remains lacking in the downslope portions of the June 27 lava flow. Near the summit area, however, breakouts persist.
New Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Station in Works at Hilo Airport
$18.8 million facility to provide better training and resources to firefighters at airport.
HVO: June 27 Upslope Breakouts Active
Three upslope portions of the June 27 lava flow in the area of Puʻu ʻŌʻō continue to remain active, according to Hawaiian Volcano Observatory.
Kealakehe Students Test Lunar Landers
Kealakehe High School students participating in the PISCES, NASA, and Google EXPRIZE team lunar dust shield experiment will have the opportunity to test their technology this week.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
Major accidents and DUI arrests remain down from the same time last year, but traffic fatalities remain at a 66.7 percent increase.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 3/17/15
Moderate to heavy smoke and vog conditions are filling the lower Puna and Hilo air Tuesday, according to Hawai’i County Civil Defense.
BIPC Gives Torch of Light and Lava Tube Awards
The Big Island Press Club recognizes Hawaiian Volcano Observatory Scientists with its Torch of Light Award and Chief Elections Officer Scott Nago with its Lava Tube Dishonor.
Downtown Hilo Waterline Work Continues Tuesday
Continued waterline work for the Kamehameha Avenue Reconstruction Project will cause a temporary water shut-off in the Downtown Hilo area on Tuesday.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 3/16/15
As downslope portions of the June 27 lava flow continue to remain relatively inactive, three summit area breakouts are being monitored.
Scheduled Road Closures March 16-20
The Department of Transportation has announced two roadway projects that will cause temporary road closures.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 3/15/15
Downslope activity from the June 27 lava flow remains minimal as upslope breakouts remain active.
HPD Searches for Missing Woman
The Hawai’i Police Department is searching for missing 55-year-old Ada Araki.
Permaculture Parking Lot Paving Way to Sustainability at UH Hilo
Kumukoa household and UH students partnering in green initiative to beautify parking area.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 3/14/15
Little activity was observed Saturday in the downslope area of the June 27 lava flow as small breakouts continue near the summit.
Boys and Girls Club Hosting Youth of the Year Banquet
Honorees to be recognized in evening of music, speeches, entertainment, auctions, and food.
