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There are more ways to diversify Hawai‘i Island economy compared to all counties in state, UHERO report reveals
In a tourism-concentrated economy, University of Hawaiʻi Economic Research Organization, also known as UHERO, released the report Tuesday, which looks at ways the state could diversify as tourism revenue has shown inconsistent and slow growth for the past 30 years.
High water levels to bring minor coastal flooding around Hawai‘i Island
According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, peak tides associated with the new moon, combined with water levels that are running higher than predicted, will lead to minor flooding along the shoreline and in low-lying coastal areas.
Four Hawai‘i police officers honored by Kona Crime Prevention Committee
Officer Makena Nahooikaika was honored as Officer of the Month for April, Officer Margot Babauta and Officer Curry McFadden for May and Officer Collin Roberts for June.
Decommissioning of Caltech Submillimeter Observatory on Mauna Kea complete
Last fall, the telescope was removed and this spring and summer all buildings on the site were removed, the foundation demolished, and active restoration of the site was undertaken in accordance with approved plans and permits.
Big Island auto detailer selected to preserve inaugural presidential jet Air Force One
Robin Marquez is one of 35 automotive detailers hand-picked to preserve the first Air Force One and other historical aircraft.
Squatter activity suspected cause of Puna house fire
Crews responded to a 40-foot-by-25-foot single-story wood-framed structure where they found flames emanating from its eaves and windows.
Hawai‘i Land Trust, Island Harvest permanently protect 28 acres of Kohala farmland
The agricultural conservation easement ensures that 28 acres of land will continue to grow food for Hawai‘i’s people and remain available for future generations of farmers.
Rare ‘star’ predicted to blaze brightly in night sky will be visible to naked eye
The additional jewel in the Northern Crown constellation isn’t actually a star. It’s the light from an astronomical thermonuclear explosion caused by the buildup of pressure and heat in the binary system T Coronae Borealis, also dubbed the “Blaze Star,” 3,000 light-years away from Earth.
KAPA DJ moves into quarter-finals in ‘Favorite Chef’ competition
As of Monday, the KAPA DJ was in first place.
Hawai‘i governor signs 16 bills to enhance protection and care of keiki, kūpuna
Bills signed Monday included HB2400, which addresses teacher misconduct.
Expect temporary area closures if volcanic unrest continues in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
Over the past day, the seismic activity has moved closer to the summit between Keanakākoʻi and Koʻokoʻolau craters in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.
Hawai‘i Fire Department issues firework permit information
permits cost $25 and will enable the holder to purchase up to 5,000 individual firecrackers.
State conservation officers make arrests on road within Oprah Winfrey Ranch
Luke Allen and Ty Munoz, both 19, were stopped on a public road running through private property owned by Oprah Winfrey.
Hawaiian Electric launches new searchable maps for Public Safety Power Shutoff program
In a Public Safety Power Shutoff, Hawaiian Electric will preemptively shut off power to high-risk areas in the event of extreme weather conditions.
Conservation personnel pay homage to the last ‘akikiki in the wild
Despite the existence of one, two, or three ‘akikiki remaining in the wild, the forest bird species is considered functionally extinct.
Police investigating possible drowning at Kehena Beach on Big Island
The victim has been positively identified as Timothy Zedalis of Denver, Colorado.
State to conduct monthly test on warning siren system throughout Hawaiian Islands
The siren test will be coordinated with a test of the Live Audio Broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System.
Big Island Now poll no. 56: What is most important when considering a new hospital?
A recent report – conducted by ECG Management Consultants – looked at the current and future health care needs of West Hawai‘i and identified two sites in Kailua-Kona where the 50-year-old hospital could move.
Business Monday: Harbor House to raise funds for Hawai‘i Fire through inaugural golf tournament
The Harbor House has spent the past two years supporting nonprofits and community groups.
Unrest escalates at Kīlauea; more than 500 earthquakes rock upper East Rift Zone
While there are no signs of an imminent eruption, the largest of these earthquakes were four magnitude-3.0 events near the intersection between Chain of Craters Road and Hilina Pali Road in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.
