Hawai'i State News
Hawai‘i County seeks applicants for temporary Summer Fun jobs
The Summer Fun Program is a day camp offered at recreation sites islandwide.
Scientific first: Researchers find traces of disease in dolphin poop
Researchers at the University of Hawaiʻi Health and Stranding Lab have successfully detected Fraser’s morbillivirus, which can cause respiratory and neurological disease, in the feces of a dolphin.
Queen Ka‘ahumanu Highway closed in both directions
Motorists should avoid the area and use alternate routes for the next hour, until the road is reopened.
Hawaiian Telcom donates $22,230 to Hawai‘i Island United Way
Hawaiian Telcom employees can donate to any 501(c)(3) organization through payroll, cash, checks, or credit cards, allowing employees to choose where their money will make the most impact.
Police seeking driver in Kaū crash that left motorcyclist critically injured
The motorcyclist was transported to the Kona Community Hospital for immediate medical attention and subsequently transferred to the Queens Medical Center on O‘ahu for further treatment.
Update: Surf advisory in effect through Wednesday morning; beaches still closed
Expect strong breaking waves, shore break, and rip currents making swimming difficult and dangerous.
Cherry blossom festival lists 2024 venues, reveals annual poster artwork winner
The festival offers free, multi-cultural performing arts and hands-on demonstrations, plus crafters and food booths, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Līhu‘e man arrested in case involving threats made against Kaua‘i County Council member
67-year-old Glenn Gruenhagen was arrested Friday afternoon for first-degree terroristic threatening and harassment.
Hawai‘i students urge visitors, kama‘āina to ‘pledge’ to a better future
Pledge to Our Keiki is designed to amplify the voices of Hawaiʻi students, focusing collective efforts on community needs.
USDA begins process of updating SNAP benefits in Hawai‘i to reflect high food costs
On Thursday, the federal agriculture department began seeking information from Hawai‘i stakeholders about food costs and how SNAP can better serve the state’s communities. Information gathering will continue through March 4.
Land transfers continue in state effort to protect Hawai‘i’s agriculture, natural resources
A total of 24,200 thousand acres of agricultural lands have been approved and transferred thus far. In October of last year, the Hawai‘i Board of Agriculture accepted 99 more parcels on the list, encompassing 21,672 acres, which still requires the review and approval of the Hawai‘i Board of Land and Natural Resources.
Groundbreaking to be held for new Christian school in South Kona
A land dedication ceremony will be held on Jan. 20 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. on the south lot of Kona Faith Center, Inc. in Captain Cook.
Hawai‘i Police Department’s 98th Recruit Class graduates
The 98th Police Recruit Class began as strangers who had come together from a variety of backgrounds and previous career paths.
House Speaker Saiki comes into 2024 legislative session with commitment to center Hawai‘i
The Maui wildfires were top of mind for Speaker Scott Saiki and how those issues affect communities statewide.
Four Coffee With a Cop events coming to Kona this month
Topics of conversation can range from sharing personal stories to discussing neighborhood issues.
Senate president on opening day of 2024 Hawai‘i Legislative Session: ‘Let’s go and fiercely tackle the problems ahead of us’
Sen. Ronald Kouchi or Kaua’i, who has led the chamber since 2015, conveyed a message of interconnectedness and collaboration necessary to tackle the issues facing the state during this session and beyond.
Big Island Candies product voluntarily recalled due to undeclared allergen
Big Island Candies’ 10 oz. Makana Brownie Assortment Box may contain peanut allergens not listed on the label.
Steve Stricker sweeps PGA Tour Champions awards, to play on Big Island this week
The 2024 PGA Tour Champions season begins on Jan. 18 at Hualālai. Stricker is among the competitors in the 42-player field.
Mitsubishi Electric Championship at Hualālai surpasses $2 million in charitable giving
Since the Mitsubishi Electric Championship moved to Hualālai Golf Course in 1997, the tournament has donated $2.09 million to local community organizations.
Kaua‘i Visitors Bureau leader promoted to statewide position
In her new role, Sue Kanoho will lead the island chapters with the Hawai‘i Tourism Authority, county and state officials and departments.
