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Gov. Appoints Shimabukuro-Geiser as Ag Chairperson
Gov. David Ige has appointed Phyllis Shimabukuro-Geiser as the Hawai‘i Board of Agriculture chairperson on Friday, Feb. 15, 2019.
High Surf Warning for N & E Facing Shores Continues
The National Weather Service continues the High Surf Warning for north and east facing shores of the Big Island through Sunday evening Feb. 17, 2019.
Obituary Notices: Week of Feb. 17, 2019
May they rest in peace. Obituary notices for the week of Feb. 17, 2019. Brought to you in part by Ballard Family Mortuaries.
Gov. Ige Proclaims February as Invasive Species Month
During a ceremony held at the Hawai‘i State Capitol, Gov. David Ige proclaimed February as Hawai‘i Invasive Species Month.
MISSING: Justylynn Alconcel-Tobosa, 16, Hilo
The Hawaiʻi Police Department is searching for a 16-year-old Hilo teen reported as missing.
High Surf Warning Continues for N & E Shores
The National Weather Service continues the High Surf Warning for north- and east-facing shores of the Big Island through Sunday evening.
Bull Rider Injured During Day 1 of Pana‘ewa Rodeo
One man appeared to be seriously seriously injured during the “Hula Bull” event on the first day of the 27th annual Panaewa Stampede Rodeo in Hilo.
HFD Battles Honomu Structure Fire
The Hawai‘i Fire Department responded to the report of a structure fire on Feb. 15, 2019, at 3:14 p.m.
STUDY: Hawai‘i Most At-Risk State for Cyberattacks
According to FBI data, Hawai‘i saw a 136% increase in cyberattacks during 2016 and 2017.
IRS: Some Taxpayers Eligible for New Penalty Waiver
The IRS said some taxpayers who owe may qualify for a waiver of the tax penalty.
Hawai‘i Ranked 50th in Nation for Student Breakfast Participation
Fewer than four in 10 low-income students are starting their school days with breakfast.
HINET Program Helps College Students with Food, Expenses
Students enrolled at any UH community college and taking at least six credits may be eligible.
UPDATE: High Surf Warning Extended Through Saturday PM
The National Weather Servic High Surf Warning for north- and east -facing shores of the Big Island has been extended through Saturday evening.
HFS FCU Scholarship Applications Due Feb. 28
HFS Federal Credit Union is still accepting applications for its 2019 Scholarship Program.
High Surf Advisory Extended for Big Island
The National Weather Service has extended the High Surf Advisory for east-facing shores of the Big Island through Saturday, Feb. 15, 2019.
Sen. Hirono Comments on Trump’s ‘Fake’ National Emergency
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono issued a statement following Donald Trump’s declaration of a national emergency:
VIDEO: Mayor Kim Shares Maunakea Vision Statement
The mayor highlights the importance of protecting and preserving the special cultural and natural aspects of the mountain.
Power Restored to Big Island After Winter Storm
HELCO service has been restored to the majority of customers impacted by last weekend’s winter storm, the utility reported at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 14.
PHOTOS: Winter Weather to Continue on the Big Island
The Winter Storm Warning for Hawaiʻi Island summits has been replaced with a Winter Weather Advisory.
Senators Introduce New Legislation to Protect Fed Worker Credit Reports
The new legislation would protect the credit reports of federal workers and contractors who were hurt by the government shutdown.
