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HPD Arrests 16 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of Jan. 28, through February 3, 2019, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 16 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Live Corn Snake Found in Waipahu
A live snake was spotted in the yard of a residence in Waipahu and was captured by Honolulu police on Friday, Feb. 1, 2019.
HFD Responds to Structure Fire in Pāhoa
The Hawai‘i Fire Department responded to structure fire at a home on Tiki Road in Pāhoa on Monday, Feb. 4, 2019, at 2:27 p.m.
House Advances Bills Related to Serving in Public Office
The House Judiciary Committee advanced several bills related to serving in public office on Monday, Feb. 4, 2019.
South Hilo Crime Report: Jan. 25–31
South Hilo Community Police responded to one burglary, three vehicle theft and two vehicle break-ins from Friday through Thursday, Jan. 25 to 31, 2019.
Additional Convoys Scheduled in February
Sets of convoys will travel from Kawaihae to Pōhakuloa Training Area (PTA) from Feb. 8–10, 2019.
League of Women Voters Releases Legislative Priorities
The League of Women Voters was founded in Chicago in 1920, just six months before the 19th amendment was ratified and women got the vote.
UH Community Colleges Hosting Transfer Days
To encourage more students to transfer to four-year campuses and make the transition easier the UH Community Colleges are hosting UH Transfer Days.
Maha‘iula Section of Kekaha Kai State Park Closing for 3 Days
The Maha‘iula section of Kekaha Kai State Park will be closed from Monday, Feb. 11, until Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2019.
Senators Push Financial Firms to Help Stop Global Deforestation
Sen. Schatz led a group of eight senators in calling on firms to help mitigate climate change by using their investments to stop tropical deforestation.
Update on Big Island Dairy Cow Rescue
It’s been three weeks since the Hawai‘i Lava Flow Animal Rescue Network (HLFARN) removed 61 calves from the shuttering Big Island Dairy.
HPD Locates Wanted Man
The Hawaiʻi Police Department reports that they have located 26-year-old William Sullivan.
‘Project Footprint’ Rewards Carbon-Reducing Activities
Hawaiian Electric Companies’ new Project Footprint initiative rewards customers for reducing their carbon footprint.
Thousands Attend 2019 Cherry Blossom Festival
Thousands attended the 26th Annual Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival for a day of history, culture and entertainment.
Ho‘okawowo Scholarships Encourage Hawaiian Culture-Based Teaching
The Hoʻokawowo Scholarship for graduate and undergraduate students pursuing careers in pre K-12 Hawaiian culture-based education.
Gas Prices in Honolulu Drop From Last Week
Gasoline prices in Honolulu have fallen 0.9 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.07/g Sunday, Feb. 3, 2019.
UPDATE: Emergency Water Restriction Cancelled
Due to an electrical outage affecting the Department of Water Supply’s Makapala well, an emergency water restriction has been issued for the Makapala area.
Rat Lungworm Support Group Continues Meetings
Hilo Medical Center and Puna Community Medical Center are continuing community meetings with the Rat Lungworm (RLW) Support Group.
Obituary Notices: Week of Feb. 3, 2019
May they rest in peace. Obituaries for the week of Feb. 3, 2019. Brought to you in part by Ballard Family Mortuaries.
Traffic Signal Energizing, Testing & Activation
The Department of Public Works reports the energizing and functionality testing of the new traffic signals at the Kawailani/Iwalani Street intersection.
