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Gov. Ige Signs Bill for New Aloha Stadium
Gov. David Ige signed a bill on Monday, July 8, 2019, that aims to breathe new life into Aloha Stadium and surrounding areas.
HPD Investigates Manuka State Park Ranger-Involved Shooting Incident
Hawaiʻi police are investigating a shooting incident involving a Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park ranger at Manuka State Park on Friday, July 5, 2019.
Servco Foundation Seeking Nominations for $20,000 Grants
Servco Foundation is asking for the public’s help to nominate four nonprofits on the Big Island to receive $20,000 each.
MISSING: Honoka‘a Man, 76, Disappeared in 2018
Hawaiʻi Island Police are renewing their request for the public’s assistance in locating a 76-year-old Honokaʻa man missing since 2018.
Kealakehe & Waimea Greenwaste Sites Closed Until Further Notice
The Kealakehe and Waimea greenwaste sites are closing until further notice due to the West Hawaiʻi Organics Facility in Waikoloa fire.
UPDATE: West Hawaiʻi Organics Facility Greenwaste Closed Due to Fire
The Hawai‘i Fire Department responded to the fire last night and DEM, along with contractor Hawaiian Earth Recycling, continue suppression and salvage operations.
Hilo Man Charged With Numerous Traffic Offenses
A 23-year-old Hilo man sought on multiple offenses stemming from a June 30, 2019 motor vehicle pursuit has been apprehended.
MISSING: Tanika Nihipali-Franchey, 17, Hilo
Hawaiʻi Island police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a female teen runaway who was last seen in the Hilo Bayfront area on July 4, 2019.
UPDATE 4: Power Outages Reported in Pepe‘ekeo, Waimea, Honoka‘a
Deep tropical moisture associated with the remnants of Barbara will pass over the Big Island of Hawaiʻi today and tonight before diminishing.
Hawai‘i Island Road & Lane Closures, July 8–12
Temporary lane closures are scheduled on the Big Island through Friday, July 12, 2019.
Cosme Degenerates Into Post-Tropical Remnant Low
Weakening is expected during the next 48 hours, and the remnant low is forecast to dissipate by Wednesday.
Gale Warning, Small Craft Advisory in Effect for Big Island Waters
The National Weather Service in Honolulu put a Gale Warning into effect for the Alenuihaha Channel and waters south and has extended the Small Craft Advisory.
Wind Advisory Issued for Big Island
Strong gusty winds will continue until later this evening due to passage of a remnant trough associated with Barbara.
Flash Flood Watch Continues for Big Island
The threat for flash flooding will start along the windward slopes of the Big Island early this morning, and spread to leeward areas around noon.
High Surf Advisory Issued for Big Island Shores
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a High Surf Advisory, which is in effect until 6 AM HST Tuesday for south, north and east Big Island shores.
Hiking Trails Statewide to Receive $500K for Improvements
The funds will be used to help improve all sanctioned hiking trails throughout the state.
UPDATE: Flash Flood Watch in Effect for Big Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flash Flood Watch for the Big Island.
Small Craft Advisory & Gale Watch Issued for Big Island Waters
The advisory and watch are in effect for Alenuihaha Channel and Big Island leeward and SE waters.
Cosme to Soon Weaken to Tropical Depression
Cosme is forecast to become a depression later today, degenerate into post-tropical remnant low on Monday and dissipate in the 72 to 96-hour time period.
How is DOE Addressing Soil Contaminants at Hawai‘i Schools?
Big Island Now follows up on the DOE’s promise to address concerns over contaminated soil found at 18 schools.
