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HPD Arrests 16 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of Jan. 7, through Jan. 13, 2019, Hawaiʻi Island Police arrested 16 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Puakō Beach Robbery Suspects Arrested & Charged
HPD has charged a 34-year-old Hilo man and a 27-year-old Hilo woman with a variety of offenses after police determined that the two were involved in a robbery.
HPD Arrests Man for Narcotics Operation at County Park
The Hawai‘i Police Department reports that a 60-year-old Hilo man is in police custody following a narcotics operation at a county park in Hilo.
UH Hilo Recommends New Chancellor
The University of Hawai‘i at Hilo reports that Bonnie Irwin will be recommended for approval by the University of Hawaiʻi Board of Regents as their next chancellor.
New Members Appointed to UH Board of Regents
The UH Board of Regents welcomes three new members: Alapaki Nahale-a (Hawaiʻi County), Robert Frank Westerman (Kauaʻi County) and Kelli K.K. Acopan (Student Regent).
Ethnomathematics Program Approved by HTSB
The University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa College of Education began offering a graduate certificate and the first academic program in the world in ethnomathematics in 2018.
Gas Prices in Honolulu Drop From Last Week
Gasoline prices in Honolulu have fallen 3.6 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.07/g on Sunday, Jan 13, 2019.
Obituary Notices: Week of Jan. 13, 2019
May they rest in peace. Obituaries for the week of Jan. 13, 2019. Brought to you in part by Ballard Family Mortuaries.
High Surf Warning Downgraded to Advisory for W-Facing Shores
The National Weather Service has downgraded the High Surf Warning to Advisory for west facing shores of Hawai‘i Island from Kohala to South Point.
Battleship Missouri Memorial to Celebrate 75th Anniversary
The public is invited to celebrate and enjoy a series of engaging events on Jan. 26, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
250 Tons of Marine Debris & Counting
On Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, staff and dozens of volunteers for the Hawai‘i Wildlife Fund (HWF) marked reaching 250-tons of marine debris collection.
UH to Offer Completely Online Degree Program
The University of Hawaiʻi will kick off a program for students to earn degrees through short, online classes in 2019.
HVNP to Continue Accessibility & Basic Visitor Services
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park reports that areas of the park will continue to be accessible to visitors as of Sunday, Jan. 13, 2019.
Rep. Gabbard Officially Announces Run for President
U.S. Rep. Tulsi Gabbard on Friday, Jan. 11, 2019, officially announced her decision to run for president of the United States on the Van Jones Show on CNN.
Felix Honored at Hawai‘i Wing Civil Air Patrol
John Henry Felix was honored on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019, at Hawai‘i Wing Civil Air Patrol’s headquarters.
Volunteers Clean Up at Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau
Blue Zones Project coordinated a volunteer cleanup of over 75 volunteers to support cleanup efforts at Pu‘uhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park.
High Surf Warning Issued for W-Facing Shores of Big Island
The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Warning for a large northwest swell to impact west-facing shores of Hawai`i Island from Kohala to South Point.
High Surf Warning Issued for W-Facing Shores
The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Warning for a large NW swell to impact west-facing shores of Hawai‘i Island from Kohala to South Point.
‘Live at the Legislature’ Returns Jan. 14
The weekly program allows lawmakers to update constituents on critical issues before the House.
State Reopens Four Bottomfishing Restricted Areas
The State Land Board has approved bottomfishing access to one third of previously restricted areas.
