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$130K Awarded to DWS for Conservation Efforts
The funds will be used to support the purchase of equipment and loggers with an aim to reduce water loss as part of DWS’ leak detection program.
Teen Summer Science Camp Returns to the Big Island
The Hawai’i-based nonprofit organization offers teenagers in the eighth through twelfth grades the opportunity to explore science outdoors.
Cold Front Will Affect Weather Soon
Breezy trade winds will continue into Wednesday. Low clouds and showers will favor windward and mauka areas. A cold front will approach Kauai from the northwest and…
New WNW Swell Builds Today
A new west-northwest is expected to build late Wednesday and peak Thursday at about waist high before fading Thursday and Friday. Otherwise nothing…
HFD, Coast Guard Assist Vessel in Distress off Hilo Coast
The person on board said that he was not able to steer his 30-foot sailing vessel.
Enriques Named AVCA All-American
Stanford placed three on the AVCA’s First-Team list, headed by Enriques, who gobbled up 2.53 digs per set this season.
State Officials Call For Awareness, Funding in Fight Against Zika
In Hawai’i, there have been nine confirmed cases of Zika since 2015. The cases include an infant that was born with microcephaly.
Genki Sushi Looks at Potential Hilo Location
Genki Sushi has 14 currently open locations throughout the state, with a 15th set to open in Honolulu on July 1.
Police Warn the Public About IRS Scam
HPD urges the public to follow instructions found on the official IRS website if they receive a call from someone claiming to be from the IRS.
Public School Free Meal Program to Expand, Include Several Big Island Schools
On the Big Island, several Puna district schools will be joining the program.
Increase in Showers Expected Later Tonight
Breezy trade winds are expected into Wednesday. Clouds and showers will favor windward and mauka areas, with an increase in trade showers expected starting…
All Swells Fading Today
A new west-northwest is expected to build late Wednesday and peak Thursday at about waist high before fading Thursday and Friday. Otherwise…
Drought Conditions Provide Potential for Increased Hawai’i Wildfire Season
The outlook, released Sunday, outlines wildland fire risk across the nation.
Police Seek Information on Kapoho Cemetery Vandalism
The damage occurred between April 10 and April 21, and preliminary damage estimates total about $4,200.
Man Caught on Surveillance Shoplifting Sunglasses
The man was seem removing a $15.99 pair of sunglasses from a display rack and leaving a store in Kalapana without paying.
Dunkin’ Donuts is Coming to the Big Island
The Big Island operation will be part of a development of 15 new Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants throughout the state, including locations on Oahu, Maui, and Kauai.
Coast Guard Completes Move of Navigation Aids
Dredging efforts began at the Nawiliwili harbor in March and April and continued through to Hilo, Kalaeloa, Kahului, and Honolulu harbors.
Scheduled Lane Closures May 2-6
Roadwork will continue at various locations throughout the island this week, causing several lane closures.
Breezy Trade Winds Continue
Moderate to breezy trade winds will continue through Wednesday. Clouds and showers should favor mainly windward and mauka areas, with an increase in shower activity expected Tuesday night and Wednesday…
