East Hawaii News
Sanders Opening Campaign Headquarters in Hilo
A grand opening is slated at Bernie Sanders’ Hilo campaign location, with former Hawai’i County Mayor Harry Kim and current State Senator Russell Ruderman scheduled to be in attendance.
Forestry Advisory Council Positions Open on the Big Island
The Department of Land and Natural Resources’ Division of Forestry and Wildlife, along with the United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service, are seeking applications for LAC and PAC.
Waipio Reopens Following Two-Month Dengue Closure
Hawai’i County and Hawai’i Department of Health officials reopened the Valley to the public at 8 a.m. Saturday.
Weekend Road Work
Various lane closures associated with ongoing road work will continue throughout the weekend.
New Dengue Case Added to Count
One new case of dengue fever was reported on the Hawai’i Department of Health’s dengue fever update website on Friday.
TRAFFIC ALERT: High Surf Closes Bayfront Highway
According to Hawai’i County Civil Defense, Bayfront Highway has been shut down between Pauahi Street and Waianuenue Avenue.
Gabbard Chimes in on GMO Labeling
Congresswoman Gabbard released a statement that follows Wednesday’s 49-48 vote defeating the DARK Act, which would have overridden state laws that require labeling GMOs.
UPDATE: Queen K Highway Reopens Following Oil Spill
An oil spill has caused the closure of Queen Kaahumanu Highway near Kawaihae Road.
3.2M Earthquake Shakes the Big Island Friday
The United States Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports that the earthquake occurred at a depth of 1.5 miles, about 16 miles east of Honaunau-Napoopoo.
Hirono, Takai Co-Introduce Coral Reef Legislation
The Act would jumpstart research related to coral reef conservation, something that members of Hawai’i’s Congressional Delegation believe is important to the state.
FBI NICS Release Prompts Hawai’i AG Update
“Hawai’i has the lowest gun death rate in the nation,” said Attorney General Douglas Chin.
Schatz Among Senators to Introduce Bill to Give Federal Workers A Raise
The Federal Adjustment of Income Rate Act is a response to federal employees having lost over a billion dollars in wages due to sequestration and a three-year freeze on federal pay, according to the Senators
Police Release March 18 Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
REEF Project Aims to Bridge DLNR-Community Gap
Under the new REEF program, DOCARE will work to build relationships with the public.
Man Featured on “Hawai’i Island’s Most Wanted” Turns Himself In
Jon Garcia, a 35-year-old Pahala man, was featured on the most recent airing of the local cable access television program.
No New Dengue Fever Cases Confirmed on Thursday
Since the onset of the outbreak, a total of 1,491 potential cases have been excluded from the overall confirmed case count. This number includes 30 since Monday.
Friends of Lili’uokalani Gardens Host Volunteer Cleanup Day
Interested volunteers should meet on the flat open area between the stairs and the lion dogs at 8 a.m.
Hirono Co-Introduces STEM Booster Act, Honors Women on Senate Floor
The Women and Minorities in STEM Booster Act would allow the National Science Foundation to award competitive grants for outreach, mentoring, and professional development programs.
