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Hilo International Airport primary runway to be closed for nighttime maintenance work

The work is scheduled from 9 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. Aug. 19-22, weather permitting. It could finish sooner.

Big Island weekly lane closures: Aug. 17-23

Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice.

Day 1 of IVF World Sprint Championship canoe racing in the books, but event is much more than competition

The event features 8 days of prestigious international outrigger canoe racing, spotlighting the best of the best 1,866 teams of men, women and youth from around the world in the sport. It’s also a display of culture from around the world that’s not to be missed.

Over 90 people apply for top job at University of Hawai‘i

The board plans to publicly identify the finalists in September and will hold a series of public forums to introduce them to stakeholders.

Several areas in Central, Eastern Pacific being monitored for tropical development

None, however, are expected at this time to directly move into or over the Hawaiian Islands. But there is some uncertainty in the forecast early next week because of the possibility of a tropical disturbance forming and passing just south of the state that could bring heavier showers depending on how close it gets.

Racing underway as master and elite teams face off first in IVF World Sprints Championships

The powerhouses of paddling took to the waters of Hilo Bay a little later than planned Friday morning, officially launching 8 days of outrigger canoe racing on the Big Island.

High tides this weekend could bring minor coastal flooding throughout the state

According to the National Weather Service, the upcoming high tides are a combination of the full moon and water levels running around 0.5 feet higher than predicted.

Council OKs 3 proposed county charter amendments for November general election ballot

Not only will voters have another chance in just fewer than 3 months to have their voices heard about who they think are the best people to lead them during the next few years at the local, state and federal government levels, they’ll also have a say on some proposed changes to the document that outlines how government actually works on the Big Island.

Volcano Watch: A‘o pū mākou: We learn together with PIPES

The Pacific Internship Programs for Exploring Science (PIPES) is celebrating its 30th anniversary of growing the next generation of aloha ʻāina leaders in Hawai‘i and the Pacific through transformative place-based internships, mentorship, innovative programming, and strategic partnerships.

Captain Cook restaurant allowed to reopen – after health department found roaches, more

The Food Safety Branch issued a red placard to L&L Drive Inn on Aug. 2.

Update: Brush fire in Ka‘ū remains contained; no livestock or pastureland lost

According to Hawai‘i Fire officials, relative humidity increased as of first light but there was no active burning.

Update: Jury trial scheduled for Kona teen facing child pornography charges

Dominic Roberts was indicted after he was found with more than 30 images of child pornography on a cellphone.

Hawai‘i Island police investigate fake email inviting houseless individuals to mayor’s home

The email was sent to Habitat for Humanity Hawai‘i Island’s general email inbox.

Kona teen facing myriad of charges involving child pornography

The arrest is the result of Hawai‘i Police Department’s year-long joint investigation with federal law enforcement agencies.

Ali‘i Drive temporarily closed for water main break repair

The Department of Water Supply estimates repairs will be completed in approximately 6 hours.

Public urged not to feed animals at Pana‘ewa Zoo

Mindy Runnells, the zoo administrator, said zookeepers find unauthorized food in with the animals daily.

Kona airport runway rehab project gets nearly $65M boost from feds

That support is not only welcomed by the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation, it’s likely somewhat of a reassurance to the hundreds, if not thousands, of travelers flying in and out of the airport daily — especially frequent flyers from the Big Island and elsewhere in the state on trips for work, doctor’s appointments or other reasons.

New research sheds light on relationships between plants and insects in Big Island forests

The study took place in 40 forests around the world including ʻŌhiʻa-dominated native forests on both the Big Island and Kaua‘i.

16 motorists arrested for DUI during week of Aug. 5-11 on Big Island roads

Seven of those motorists were involved in traffic crashes. Two of them were younger than 21 years old.

Animal Control’s 1st microchipping, licensing event is paws-itive success

More than 83 dogs and cats were microchipped and licensed during the 2 and a half hours of the clinic. Community members also showed eagerness to participate, with attendees scratching at the door to get in early.
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