East Hawaii News
DWS: Hilo Hydrant Flow Test Scheduled for Monday
The flow test is expected to last for a one-hour time frame, beginning at 9:30 a.m.
HIAC Seeks New Location, Begins Capital Campaign
Over 80 elders would use the new facility, according to HIAC, providing a daytime home with the ability to still live at home.
Spring Break Anticipated to Cause Airport Rush
Travelers are being reminded by officials to prepare ahead of arriving to the state’s airports for Spring Break travel.
Weekend Road Work and Closures
Road and lane closures on the Big Island continue through the weekend at various locations.
Ige Signs Wastewater System Rules Banning New Cesspools
Hawai’i is the only state in the country that has allowed new cesspools, which were permitted on most of the Big Island, as well as parts of Maui and Molokai.
Acting Executive Director of Charter School Commission Appointed
Yvonne Lau’s role will begin on Monday, and will remain in effect until the Commission completes a formal search for its new Executive Director.
Weekend Turkey Hunting at KMA
Bow and shotgun hunting of turkeys will take place at Keamuku Maneuver Area over the weekend.
Judiciary Ethics Commission Seeks New Member
The Council is accepting applications for a vacancy created by the expiration of the term of Commissioner Susan DeGuzman, who will leave her role on June 30.
Trump Earns 11 GOP Delegates in Hawai’i Caucus
According to the Hawai’i Republican Party, the amount of delegates awarded to each candidate is based on the percentage of votes each candidate received.
Miloli’i Beach Park Reopens, No New Dengue Cases Confirmed
No new cases associated have popped up with the Miloli’i Beach Park and Village Community since Jan. 20. Hawai’i County officials say spraying and treatment has allowed for the park to safely reopen.
Clinton Receives Endorsement Ahead of Hawai’i Primary
Earlier this year, Hillary Clinton received an endorsement from the Planned Parenthood Action Fund, the organization’s first political endorsement.
Police Release March 11 Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Sulphur Banks Trail at HVNP Undergoes Improvements
As a result of the work, partial trail closures will take place Monday through Thursday.
Flags to Remain at Half-Staff in Honor of Former First Lady
National and state flags will remain at half-staff through sunset Friday.
Kaumana Drive Restriping Resumes
An alternating lane closure will be in effect as the work is conducted, and a minimum of one lane of travel will flow throughout the duration of the project.
Temporary Water Shut-Off Along Manono Street Friday
The shut-off is necessary to remove a 6-inch main valve.
Nestlé Recalls Several Frozen Food Items
The products were recalled after “several consumers reported that they had found small pieces of glass in some of these products.”
Mother, Daughter Plead Guilty in Medicare Fraud
Susan Escobar, a former office manager at Mastercare, billed Medicaid for work her daughter did not complete.
HVNP Final GMP/WS/EIS Available for View
The public can provide comments on the plan at the Park Planning website.
