News
Drug Take-Back Bins Installed at Longs Drugs
Rep. John Mizuno, who authored legislation allowing drug take-back programs in Hawai‘i, will announce the installation of drug disposal units at 17 Longs Drugs.
DLNR Releases ʻAlalā on Slopes of Mauna Loa
In September, seven additional ʻAlalā were released into the Puʻu Makaʻala Natural Area Reserve (NAR) on the windward slopes of Mauna Loa.
Search for Hiker Kyle Brittain Suspended
Kyle Brittain, 27, of Hilo, was last seen on Friday, Aug. 30, 2019, in the Waipio Valley Lookout parking lot.
Coffee With a Cop in South Kohala
HPD’S South Kohala Community Policing Section will host the department’s Coffee with a Cop promotion on Tuesday at Starbucks in the Queens MarketPlace.
Small Craft Advisory
Affected Areas: Alenuihaha Channel, Big Island Leeward Waters, Big Island Southeast Waters.
Tropical Storm Kiko May Strengthen as It Approaches Central Pacific
Kiko is moving toward the WNW near 8 mph. This general motion is expected today, followed by a turn toward the NW on Tuesday.
Hawai‘i Island Road & Lane Closures: Sept. 23–27
The State of Hawai‘i Department of Transportation has announced temporary road and lane closures Monday through Friday, Sept. 23 to 27, 2019.
Museum Celebrates Annual Living History Day
Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum celebrated America’s WWII history to life at its annual Living History Day on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019.
Hospitality Booms Across State, Big Island
In August 2019, Hawai‘i hotels statewide reported growth in revenue per available room (RevPAR), average daily rate (ADR) and occupancy compared to August 2018.
HVNP Develops New Curriculum
HVNP announced the release of its new program, which is intended for fourth-grade students, called Hulihia Kīlauea—A Complete Change.
UH Mānoa Lab Granted $5.3 Million
This grant will allow the Institute for Biogenesis Research (IBR) to produce transgenic mice for other researchers seeking medical cures at UH.
CEO of KTA Super Stores Passes Away
Barry K. Taniguchi, board chairman and CEO of KTA Super Stores, died Friday, Sept. 20, 2019, at The Queen’s Medical Center.
Eco-Tourism Initiative Benefits Big Island
The concept of responsible tourism is being put into action in Hawai‘i to the benefit of the local environment.
Tropical Storm Kiko May Restrengthen
Some restrengthening could begin late Sunday, but is forecast to be short-lived with weakening anticipated by Tuesday.
TMT Protestor Prosecution Passes to AG’s Office; Trial Dates Set
Prosecution has been transferred to the AG’s office and trial dates were set for nine kūpuna who were charged with obstructing a government operation.
STUDY: Hawai‘i 3rd Most Diverse State in US
The U.S. Census Bureau predicts that by 2044 the U.S. will no longer have a single ethnic majority.
Fire Causes $19+K in Damage to State-Owned Garage/Dwelling
Big Island firefighters arrived at an Ocean View Drive address in Hilo to find a garage with an attached accessory dwelling unit engulfed in flames.
Tropical Storm Kiko Weakens, Shifts to WSW Motion
A motion toward the SW or WSW is forecast to occur through Sunday night, followed by a westward to NW motion Monday and Tuesday.
Seven Arrested & Charged in Burglary Ring Bust
Hawaiʻi Island police have arrested and charged multiple individuals in connection with several business burglaries that occurred in the South Kohala District.
