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Hawaiian Ethos Medical Cannabis Production Center Approved
The Hawai‘i DOH has issued a Notice to Proceed to Acquire and Cultivate Cannabis to Hawaiian Ethos LLC for its first production center on Hawai‘i Island.
Hundreds Protest in ‘Aloha Not For Sale’ Rally
Protesters rallied in the streets of Chicago against Aloha Poke Company after it sent cease-and-desist orders to restaurants using the words “Aloha” and “Poke.”
FEMA Deadline Extended for Kīlauea Victims
The FEMA registration deadline for Hawai‘i County residents to apply for assistance for losses resulting from the Kīlauea eruptions and earthquakes is Sept.12.
3 Big Island Companies Complete Mana Up Program
Big Island Coffee Roasters, Little Hands Hawaii and Mana Artisan Botanics were selected for Mana Up’s first cohort.
Medical Marijuana Dispensary to Open Soon
Big Island Now had the opportunity to speak with long-time farmer Richard Ha about his plans on opening a medical marijuana dispensary in East Hawai‘i.
Kīlauea Eruption Affects Ocean Microbes & Ecosystem
The School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology returned from a four-day expedition to investigate the effects of the Kīlauea volcanic eruption on marine life near Kapoho.
Keauhou Fire Continues to Burn
HVNP reports that the Keauhou fire continues to burn within the park, with no new growth due to favorable weather and progress by firefighters.
Small Lava Pond Remains in Fissure 8 Cone
Eruptive activity remains at reduced levels at Kīlauea Summit and the Lower East Rift Zone.
Hilo Officers Send Get Well Gift to Injured Honolulu Officer and K-9
When Hilo HPD officers learned that a Honolulu police officer and his K-9 were shot during a standoff on O‘ahu last month, they decided to send them a get well gift.
Keauhou Fire Destroys 3,679 Acres So Far
Firefighters continue to hold back active flames near the Kīpuka Kī Special Ecological Area and to control active fire along Mauna Loa Road.
Paradise Helicopters Donates $10,000 to Assist Big Island Communities
Paradise Helicopters tour company is donating $10,000 to relief efforts for communities on the Island of Hawai‘i affected by recent volcanic activity.
Former Big Island Resident Sentenced for Money Laundering, Wire Fraud
Donna Alms pled guilty to wire fraud and money laundering offenses that occurred while she was an operations specialist for Waste Management on the Big Island.
UPDATE: Suspect Arrested & Charged
Hawaiʻi Island police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Gilbert DeSa, who is wanted on an outstanding warrant.
Back-to-School Supply Drives in Progress on Big Island
Drop off supplies at any of HCFCU’s five branches by Aug. 25, or at special drop-off events at HCFCU’s Kaloko branch on Aug. 10, or Kailua-Kona WalMart on Aug. 25.
Minimal Activity Continues at Summit and LERZ
The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports that eruptive activity remains minimal at Kīlauea Summit and at the Lower East Rift Zone from Fissure 8.
6 PM: Hector Creates High Surf & Wind Conditions
As of 5 a.m., Hurricane Hector was located approximately 240 miles south-southeast of Hilo.
Big Island Prepares for Hector on Iselle’s Anniversary
Just as the volcano takes a break from its relentless months-long onslaught of earthquakes, fissures, vog, ash and laze-producing ocean entries, another potential hazard approaches.
HFD Reports Status of 3 Big Island Brush Fires
The Hawai‘i Fire Department reports status of Waikoloa, Kaalu‘alu and Keauhou Ranch fires.
All Quiet at Kīlauea & Lower East Rift Zone
Eruptive activity has ceased at the Kīlauea Summit and Lower East Rift Zone eruption from Fissure 8. Crews overnight in the LERZ report only glow in Fissure 8.
11 PM: Hector Now Category 3
A Tropical Storm Watch is in effect for Big Island interior, summits, north, east and south, including Kohala and Kona.
