East Hawai‘i News
Missing Woman Located
The Hawai’i Police Department says that missing 32-year-old Jamie Jason was located in good health Sunday night.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 3/9/15
Hawai’i County Civil Defense says the south margin breakout that advanced 200 yards between Saturday and Sunday has shown no advancement in the past 24 hours.
Scheduled Road Closures March 9-13
The Department of Transportation has announced three roadway projects that will cause temporary road closures.
Police Search for Missing Woman
The Hawai’i Police Department announced Sunday evening that it is searching for missing 32-year-old Jamie Jason. She was last seen March 6 heading to Costco.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 3/8/15
According to Hawai’i County Civil Defense, the south margin breakout that was noticeably active Saturday has advanced about 200 yards in the past 24 hours.
UPDATE: Kulani on Lockdown Friday Following Inmate Disturbance
An inmate who refused to return to his dorm caused Kulani Correctional Facility to go into lockdown Friday evening.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 3/7/15
Hawai’i County Civil Defense reported Saturday morning that a small breakout about 800 yards upslope from the stalled flow front has begun to show signs of advancement.
Gas Prices in Hilo Up Slightly from Last Week
Gas price averages per gallon of regular gasoline reported by the AAA Fuel Gauge Report.
Christina Neal Joins HVO as Scientist-in-Charge
Christina Neal will join Hawaiian Volcano Observatory beginning March 8th as the organization’s new Scientist-in-Charge.
Hawai’i’s Public Education System Moving Forward
Hawai’i’s Department of Education received a “meets expectations” rating from the United States DOE’s Elementary and Secondary Education Act Flexibility Monitoring Report.
Oliveira Says Lava Still ‘Active’
Hawai’i County Civil Defense Administrator Darryl Oliveira told reporters that despite minimal activity and stalled advancement, the flow is still active.
Police Release March 6 Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 3/6/15
Light smoke conditions were reported by Hawai’i County Civil Defense following its Friday morning overflight. No changes in downslope activity were observed.
DOH Announces Updated Vital Records Website
The Hawai’i State Department of Health has updated its online vital health ordering system.
No Hunting at Pohakuloa Over the Weekend
There will be no hunting at Pohakuloa Training Area over the weekend due to training requirements.
Navy Part of Search for Missing Big Island Hiker
The United States Navy aided in the search for missing Big Island hiker Daylenn “Moke” Pua Wednesday. HFD has suspended its search, but volunteers continue.
Governor Ige Nominates Hidano as Deputy Director of Accounting and General Services
Hidano’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation.
Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Honor of Late Rep. Carroll
Flags will fly at half-staff on Friday and on March 15 from sunrise to sunset in honor of late Representative Diana “Mele” Carroll.
HPD to Hold Puna Community Meeting
The Hawai’i Police Department will hold a community meeting for the Puna District on March 17 at Cooper Center in Volcano.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 3/5/15
Hawai’i County Civil Defense reported little activity at the flow front, but breakouts and activity continued upslope.
