News
History Students Need Help Telling WWII Silent Hero Stories
Public schools will participate this Memorial Day in the telling of untold stories of American service members buried at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific.
Hawai‘i Electric Light to Conduct Aerial Line Inspections
To improve system reliability, Hawai‘i Electric Light will conduct quarterly aerial inspections of its major overhead transmission lines.
Hawai‘i to Receive More Than $18M for High-Speed Rural Broadband
The FCC announced on Tuesday, May 14, 2019, that Hawaiian Telcom will receive $18.1 million over 10 years to expand high-speed broadband access.
North Hawai’i Community Hospital to Unveil Specialty Clinic at Open House
A new clinic for orthopedic and general surgery services, including a new interior and onsite x-ray, will be unveiled at North Hawai’i Community Hospital’s new Specialty Clinic open house on May 16.
High Surf Advisory Cancelled
Surf has dropped below advisory levels early this morning, therefore, the High Surf Advisory for south-facing shores of all islands has been cancelled.
Nearly $67M in Federal Disaster Relief Funding Coming to Hawai‘i
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announced that Hawai‘i will receive $66.9 million in new federal disaster relief funding.
BIPC Awards 5 Scholarships to Students
The Big Island Press Club awarded scholarships totaling $4,600 to five students on Thursday, May 9, 2019.
Officer Kaliloa & Others Honored During Police Week Ceremonies
Police Chief Paul K. Ferreira offered these thoughts at the Police Week Memorial Service.
High Surf Advisory Issued for All Islands
The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Advisory for south facing shores of all islands on Monday, May 13, at 3:27 p.m. until 6 a.m. on Tuesday, May 14, 2019.
Military Convoy & Training Advisory May 14
Military units are scheduled to conduct vehicle convoy movements on May 14, 2019, between 10 and 11 a.m. from Pōhakuloa Training Area to Kawaihae.
Big Island Gas Prices Up Slightly
The average price for regular gas in Hilo is $3.738 for regular on Monday, May 13, 2019.
UH Faculty Members Awarded Regent’s Medal
UH reports that fifteen faculty members from across the state have been selected as recipients of the Regents’ Medal for Excellence in Teaching.
Hawai‘i Joins Effort to Set State Appliance Efficiency Standards
State lawmakers passed a bill this session to establish state appliance energy efficiency standards that go beyond federal requirements.
HPD Arrests Pāhoa Man for Promotion of a Dangerous Drug
On Wednesday, May 8, 2019, officers arrested Samuel Keohokapu of Pāhoa for promotion of a dangerous drug in the third degree.
Hawai‘i Island Road & Lane Closures: May 13–17
Temporary lane closures are scheduled for Monday through Friday, May 11 through 17, 2019.
Paving Work on South Point Road Set for May 13–16
The County of Hawai‘i will be conducting paving work of South Point Road. All vehicles needing access must take a detour from Highwat 11 to Kamā‘oa Road.
High Surf Advisory Extended for Big Island
HIGH SURF ADVISORY FOR SOUTH FACING SHORES OF ALL ISLANDS THROUGH 6 PM MONDAY
Obituary Notices: Week of May 12, 2019
Obituary notices for the week of May 12, 2019. May they rest in peace. Brought to you in part by Ballard Family Mortuaries.
Event Honors Outstanding Native Hawaiians
The O‘o Awards Gala honored outstanding Native Hawaiians who have made significant contributions toward advancement and increased vibrancy within the Hawaiian community.
