Hawai'i State News
State issues recall warning for pet food due to potential Salmonella contamination
Brands recalled by Mid America Pet Food include Victor Super Premium Dog Foods, Wayne Feeds Dog Food, Eagle Mountain Pet Food, and some Member’s Mark varieties with best-by-dates before Oct. 31.
Pana‘ewa Zoo unveils newly renovated pueo exhibit; welcomes rescued owl
A pueo, named ‘Lilinoe’ by Zoo staff, was recently rescued under unfortunate circumstances. Due to the severity of her condition, she could not be returned to the wild. Fortunately, the State of Hawaiʻi Department of Land and Natural Resources entrusted the Panaʻewa Zoo with her care.
Irish dance performance, film screenings highlight international education week at Hawai‘i Community College
While Irish Night events are open to the public, seating is limited, and those interested in attending one or more of the events are asked to RSVP to reserve their spots as early as possible.
Kaiwiki Bridge abutment project to run Nov. 13 through Jan. 3
To ensure the safety of both workers and the general public, a portion of Kahoa Street will be temporarily closed around the clock for the duration of the project.
Biden announces over $5 billion to support rural communities – including Big Island
President Joe Biden has announced over $5 billion in new investments in Hawai‘i from his Investing in America agenda – including the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and the Inflation Reduction Act – to advance rural prosperity, economic development,
competition and sustainability.
$5 million in funding headed to Hawai‘i for forest enhancement
Federal funds will support tree planting and forest management on private lands.
Weekly DUI stats: 17 arrested on Big Island roads
So far this year, there have been 813 DUI arrests compared with 845 during the same period last year. This is a decrease of 3.8%.
Nine Honolulu men cited for illegally fishing in marine life conservation district
Just before 9 p.m., Nov. 4, the DOCARE officers noticed dive lights in the Pūpūkea Marine Life Conservation District, on O‘ahu’s north shore.
Hawai‘i police seek 16-year-old runaway
Alfred Andon was last seen in the Kealakekua area on Sept. 22.
Hōkūleʻa makes final stops on California leg of Moananuiākea Voyage
After San Diego, the canoe will be shipped back to Hawaiʻi where the Polynesian Voyaging Society will focus on training, education and planning until the Moananuiākea Voyage’s circumnavigation of the Pacific continues at a time that is yet to be determined.
Nov. 13-20: Drop-off sites to open for Operation Christmas Child
Operation Christmas Child has been collecting and delivering shoebox gifts – filled with school supplies, hygiene items and fun toys – to children worldwide since 1993.
Connect Kākou will bring high-speed internet to underserved communities
Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke has launched a federally funded broadband infrastructure and digital literacy initiative.
Hawai’i police holding annual Honour Project in Kona on Thursday
The HONOUR project was created to provide the Big Island’s homeless population with the opportunity to serve their community through community service-based projects while working together with other community volunteers and leaders.
Check-out hunger with Hawai‘i Foodbank this holiday season
This year’s program will take place Nov. 3 through Jan. 15 in supermarkets on O‘ahu, Kaua‘i and Maui and Dec. 1 through 31 on Hawai‘i Island.
Public hearing scheduled for proposed changes to motorcycle, moped rules
The public hearing will be held at the Department of Transportation Highway Safety Section office at 98-339 Ponohana Place, ʻAiea 96701.
Gov. Green extends emergency proclamation on wildfires
The renewed emergency proclamation will be in effect through Jan. 5 unless terminated or superseded by separate proclamation, whichever shall occur first.
Police request public’s assistance identifying theft suspect
The suspect is described as a male with a medium build and complexion, 40 to 50 years old, with short black and gray colored hair. He was last seen wearing a light green long sleeve shirt and blue jean pants.
Severe drought heightens need to use drinking water wisely
Due to the drought forecast, the Department of Water Supply will closely monitor its 23 public water systems to continue fulfilling its mission to provide customers with an adequate and continuous supply of safe drinking water in a financially responsible manner.
Big Island police hold ceremony for newly promoted personnel, merit recipients
The recognition ceremony was open to the families of department personnel. Initiated by Chief Moszkowicz, this is the first time a recognition ceremony has been held in Kona, with a previous ceremony held in Hilo in May.
