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Structure Fire in Hawaiian Acres Reported
A structure fire in Hawaiian Acres “behind Ainaloa” has been reported to Big Island Now on Monday, Feb. 18, 2019.
UPDATE: High Surf Advisory for NE Facing Shores
The National Weather Service Flash Flood Watch for the Hawai‘i Island continues through 6 p.m. this evening and may be extended.
Flash Flood Watch Issued for Some Islands
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flash Flood Watch for the Big Island, Maui, Moloka‘i, Lana‘i and Kaho‘olawe from 6 p.m. Monday, Feb. 18.
Sewer ‘Smoke Test’ in Papa‘ikou to be Held
Department of Environmental Management (DEM) work crews will be on Maluna Place, Mai Way, Road D and Road H in Pāpaʽikou on Feb. 19, 20, 21, and 22, 2019.
Hawai‘i Cacao President Recognized as ʻInvasive Species MVP’
Patrick Merritt received an MVP award in recognition of his invasive species prevention efforts.
Road Restriping Scheduled on Māmalahoa Highway
The County of Hawai‘i Department of Public Works Traffic Division will be restriping Māmalahoa Highway from Konawaena School Road to Onouli Road.
IRS: Previous Year Tax Info Available online
The IRS is urging taxpayers who need transcripts of their prior year returns to obtain a copy online or by mail.
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.
