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DOH Confirms Two More Cases of Rat Lungworm in 2018
The Hawai‘i DOH has been conducting detailed investigations of two additional cases of angiostrongyliasis, or rat lungworm disease, contracted in the state.
Pauahi Foundation Offers Science Camp Scholarships for Big Island Students
Science Camps of America will return to Hawaiʻi Island this summer, partnering with the Pauahi Foundation again to help interested teens attend camp.
U.S. Senate Passes Resolution to Honor Sen. Akaka
The Senate unanimously passed a resolution on Tuesday, April, 10, introduced by U.S. Sens. Brian Schatz and Mazie Hirono to honor the life of Sen. Daniel Akaka.
Search Suspended for Missing Man Near Champagne Ponds
The Coast Guard announces that it has suspended the search for a possible person in the water in the vicinity of Champagne Ponds.
Kings’ Shops Announces New Retailers
The Kings’ Shops in Waikoloa announced three new retailers that will be opening at the center later this year.
New Activities at 10th Ka‘u Coffee Festival
The 10th Ka‘u Coffee Festival announces that it is offering a new Ka‘u Valley Farms Tour and the return of Ka‘u Coffee & Cattle Day—complete with a hayride.
HPD Identifies Individuals in Murder-Suicide
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department has identified the male and female found dead at a home in Mt. View on Sunday, April 8.
Royal Kona Resort Workers to Rally on Hawai‘i Island
Royal Kona Resort workers will rally to demand good, quality jobs at the resort on Wednesday, April 11, from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Three Hawai‘i Island Principals Nominated for Leadership Award
The Island Insurance Foundation has nominated three principals from the Big Island for its Masayuki Tokioka Excellence in School Leadership Award.
South Hilo Crime Report: March 23–April 6, 2018
South Hilo Community Police responded to five burglaries, seven vehicle thefts and six vehicle break-ins over the 14-day period from March 23 to April 6.
REPORT: Hawai‘i Wages Lower Than U.S. Average
Hawai‘i’s average labor earnings and wages, in general, are lower than the U.S. average.
Legislators Call for Investigation Into Reported NPS Science Censorship
Legislators are asking for an investigation into potential alterations to a scientific report that removed references to human-caused climate change.
HDOT Planning Highway 130 Contraflow Trial Project
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation is developing plans to run a trial northbound contraflow lane during morning hours on Kea‘au-Pāhoa Road.
HARA Announces Finalists for 41st Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards
The annual awards show will celebrate the biggest names in Hawai‘i’s music industry on Saturday, May 19, 2018, at the Hawai‘i Convention Center.
Flash Flood Watch Issued for Big island
Monday, April 9, 2018, 3:13 a.m.: The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flood Watch for the Big Island through this afternoon.
UPDATE: Officials Continue Search for Missing Canadian
The Coast Guard is searching for a possible person in the water in the vicinity of Champagne Ponds, Big Island, Hawai‘i, on Sunday, April 8, 2018.
Hālau Nā Lei Kaumaka O Uka Wins Overall 2018 Merrie Monarch Title
The Group Hula ʻAuana & Awards were held on Saturday, April 7, 2018, at 6 p.m. in the Edith Kanakaʻole Stadium, where ālau hula performed modern style dances.
Rep. Gabbard Hosted Congress on Your Corner in Hilo
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard hosted a Congress on Your Corner on Friday, April 6, at KTA in Hilo to hear from constituents about their ideas and concerns…
VIDEO, PHOTOS: APRIL 7: Merrie Monarch Royal Parade, Group Hula ʻAuana & Awards
Merrie Monarch Royal Parade Saturday, April 7, 10:30 a.m., through Downtown Hilo.
UPDATE: Weekend Flash Flood Advisory for Big Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flood Advisory for Hawai‘i County until 4:45 p.m.
