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Hawai‘i Island Scheduled Lane Closures: June 3–7
Temporary lane closures are scheduled on Hawai‘i Island from Monday, June 3 through 7, 2019.
Sen. Hirono Honors Legacy of Patsy Mink
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono (D-Hawai‘i) along with her Senate colleagues introduced a resolution in May commemorating the life and legacy of the late Patsy T. Mink.
Woman Survives House Fire in Ocean View
Fire crews put out a house fire on Bamboo Lane in Ocean View Friday night; a woman escapes unharmed and damages totaled $101,250.
Obituary Notices: Week of June 2, 2019
Obituary notices for the week of June 2, 2019. May they rest in peace. Brought to you in part by Ballard Family Mortuaries.
Hawai‘i Island Tourism Sees Decline in April 2019
Spending decreased by more than 20% on Hawai‘i Island compared with last year.
USGS to Survey Kīlauea Volcano From Summit to Kumukahi
USGS HVO scientists plan to resurvey Kīlauea Volcano’s ground surface to document changes brought about by the 2018 eruption…
Flags Fly at Half-Staff for Virginia Beach Shooting Victims
Flags are flying at half-staff to honor the victims of the mass shooting in Virginia Beach.
Strong Trades Cause Small Craft Advisory Extension
SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM HST SUNDAY
Tip-A-Cop Fundraiser for East Hawaiʻi Special Olympics Begins June 1
The Hawaiʻi Police Department will sponsor its Annual “Tip-A-Cop” fundraiser for Hawaiʻi Special Olympics East Hawaiʻi Saturday to Friday, June 1 to 7.
Rep. Gabbard Criticizes Marijuana Laws After Texas Woman Arrested for CBD Oil
US Congresswoman Tusli Gabbard, who is among the democratic candidates for president in 2020, is speaking out against the recent arrest of a grandmother in Texas for possession of CBD oil.
Genki Sushi Asks DOH to Postpone Followup Inspection
Genki Sushi asked the DOH to postpone the followup inspection that was scheduled for today to thoroughly clean the restaurant and have it treated by an exterminator.
HPD Identifies Woman Pedestrian Killed in Highway 130 Incident
A female pedestrian who died from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle/pedestrian crash that occurred on Wednesday morning on Highway 130 has been identified.
HPD Seeks Suspect Wanted on Warrants and Theft APB
The Hawaiʻi Police Department Area II Special Enforcement Unit is actively seeking Jeramie D. Soares, a 32-year-old man who frequents Kona and South Kohala.
Kailua-Kona Hit-and-Run Victim Identified
A Kailua-Kona man died following a single vehicle hit and run collision on Thursday, May 30, 2019, in Kailua-Kona on Hualalai Road.
Hawai‘i Comes to Rescue of Damselflies in Distress
Researchers are reintroducing endangered damselflies in an effort prevent yet another extinction of a Native Hawaiian insect.
Research & Plan Revealed at First-Ever Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death Symposium
Scientists and managers shared knowledge, their latest research findings, and discussed next steps in battling the fungal disease that has killed millions of trees…
Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary Seeks Advisory Council Applicants
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary is seeking to fill four primary and one alternate seat on its advisory council.
Sen. Schatz Calls for Investigation Into Trump’s Efforts to Politicize Census
Sen. Brian Schatz led a group of 13 senators in calling for the Departments of Justice and Commerce to launch internal investigations after new evidence…
Keʻei Transfer Station Closed May 31
Due to staff shortages, the Keʻei Transfer Station closed at 8 a.m. Friday, May 31, and will reopen as regularly scheduled on Sunday, June 2.
Keauhou Transfer Station Closed May 31
Due to staff shortages, the Keauhou Transfer Station will close at 8 a.m. on Friday, May 31, and will reopen as regularly scheduled on Saturday, June 1.
