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Hawai‘i Comes to Rescue of Damselflies in Distress
Researchers are reintroducing endangered damselflies in an effort prevent yet another extinction of a Native Hawaiian insect.
Research & Plan Revealed at First-Ever Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death Symposium
Scientists and managers shared knowledge, their latest research findings, and discussed next steps in battling the fungal disease that has killed millions of trees…
OHA Awards Over $1M in Grants to 6 Hawaiʻi Island Programs
Six Hawaiʻi Island programs will receive a total of $1,129,290. Hawaiʻi Island will also be served by two statewide grant awardees.
Small Craft Advisory in Effect Through June 2
SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM HST SUNDAY
O‘ahu Man to Serve Prison Time for Distributing Cocaine Near Playground
Jeffrey Rowell, also known as Darnell Stinnette, was sentenced to 110 months of imprisonment for the distribution of cocaine within 1,000 feet of a playground.
VIDEO: Hawaiian Volcano Observatory Will Remain on Hawai‘i Island
Following a meeting with the USGS director, Sen. Mazie Hirono announced that USGS has committed to keeping the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory on Hawai‘i Island.
VIDEO: Excursion Celebrates Koa Reforestation Efforts
Sealaska leaders went on a day trip to Hawaiʻi Island on Monday, May 27, to revisit KS’ Keawewai and its native forest on the upper slopes of Keauhou.
Hawai‘i County Civil Defense to Hold Disaster Prep Fair, June 22
The Hawai‘i County Civil Defense Agency is holding a Disaster Preparation Fair in West Hawai‘i on Saturday, June 22.
Unidentified Kailua-Kona Man Dies Following Hit-and-Run Incident
An unidentified Kailua-Kona man died following a single vehicle hit and run collision on Thursday, May 30, 2019, in Kailua-Kona on Hualalai Road.
Lyft Offers New App Features for Pride Month
Lyft announced new initiatives and product features as part of its ongoing commitment to inclusivity and the Hawai‘i LGBTQ+ community ahead of Pride Month.
BOOK: ‘Fascinating Facts About Hawai‘i’
Charmingly illustrated with colorful drawings by graphic designer Kristin Lipman, this handy compendium will delight visitors and locals alike.
TSA: Be Prepared for Busiest Summer on Record at HNL
The TSA is prepared for what is projected to be the busiest summer travel season between Memorial Day and Labor Day weekends.
HPD Arrests 26 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of May 20 through 26, 2019, Hawaiʻi Island Police arrested 26 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Celebration of Life to Be Held for Fire Capt. David Mahon
On behalf of the Mahon family, the Hawai‘i Fire Department announced that a Celebration of Life for will be help for Fire Captain David Mahon on Saturday, June 1.
Pāhoa Man Charged With Drug Offenses
Hawai’i Island Police have charged a 56-year-old Pāhoa man for various drug offenses stemming from a search warrant at a Puna residence.
VIDEO, PHOTOS: Food Donations & Fun at KapohoKine Adventures’ Kama‘ãina Days
Memorial Day weekend’s Kama‘āina Days gives back to lava-stressed communities with 442 free zipline tours and food donations.
Sunscreen Swap Set at Kahalu‘u Bay/Beach Park
The Kahalu‘u Bay Education Center will canvass Kahalu‘u Bay and Beach Park to educate visitors about mineral-based sunscreens that minimize damage to coral and marine ecosystems.
Pedestrian Killed on Highway 130
Hawai‘i Fire Department units were dispatched to an apparent motor vehicle accident involving a pedestrian at 5:16 a.m. on Wednesday, May 29, 2019.
Kamuela Post Office to Relocate
The goal of the proposal is to move to a site that provides better access and better meets the overall needs of Waimea postal customers.
Kama‘āina Enjoy Free Ziplining at KapohoKine Adventures Fundraiser
Hundreds of Hawai‘i Island residents enjoyed a day of free ziplining and family activities hosted by KapohoKine Adventures in Hilo.
