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College of Hawaiian Language Announces Dean’s List
The University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo Ka Haka ‘Ula O Ke‘elikolani College of Hawaiian Language announces its Dean’s List for the Fall 2018 semester.
Wind Advisory Extended for Volcanoes National Park & Lower Puna
The National Weather Service has extended the Wind Advisory for the Volcanoes National Park and Lower Puna through 6 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 27, 2019.
Obituary Notices: Week of Jan. 27, 2019
May they rest in peace. Obituaries for the week of Jan. 27, 2019. Brought to you in part by Ballard Family Mortuaries.
UH Proposes Tuition Cuts & Freezes for Students
The UH administration is proposing a decrease and subsequent freeze in tuition rates at UH’s 10 campuses that would make public higher education in Hawaiʻi even more affordable.
Keiki Caucus Presents ‘Robust’ Legislative Package
The bills range from banning the sale of flavored tobacco products, to preventing bullying in schools, to creating and funding a pilot project for safe places for youth.
South Hilo Crime Report: Jan. 18–24
South Hilo Community Police responded to one burglary, five vehicle thefts and two vehicle break-in over the seven-day period from Jan. 18 to 24.
Sen. Schatz Urges Immediate Back Pay for Federal Workers
Sen. Brian Schatz called on the U.S. OPM to immediately provide back pay to the 800,000 federal workers who have gone without pay because of the government shutdown.
Hawai‘i Island Road & Lane Closures, Jan. 26–Feb. 1
Temporary lane closures are scheduled Saturday through Friday, Jan. 26 through Feb. 1, 2019.
Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park Resumes Ops
With the enactment of the continuing resolution, staff at Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park will resume regular operations at noon on Jan. 26, 2019.
Gov. Ige Comments on Agreement to Reopen Federal Government
Gov. David Ige released a statement regarding the Jan. 25 agreement to reopen federal government:
3 North Kohala Suspects Arrested for Drugs, Weapons
Three North Kohala residents were arrested and charged with a variety of narcotics and weapons offenses.
17 New Deputies Join State Sheriff Division Ranks
Seventeen new deputies were added to the Sheriff Division and will be assigned to positions across the state.
Rep. Case Comments on End of Shutdown
Rep. Ed Case welcomed the tentative deal to reopen federal agencies affected by the partial government shutdown and return more than 800,000 federal workers.
Walmart Commits $300,000 to Help Support Shutdown Response
Walmart committed $300,000 to support Feeding America’s Shutdown Response Fund, the United Way’s United for U.S. Fund and the Coast Guard Foundation.
Sen. Schatz Comments on Deal to End Shutdown
Sen. Brian Schatz released a statement in response to a short-term deal to reopen the government.
Sen. Hirono Comments on Trump’s Deal to End Shutdown
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono released a statement after the announcement that a deal has been reached to end the Trump shutdown.
REPORT: Average Big Island Resident Should Shed 49 Pounds
Based on average weight, Hawai‘i is considered to be one of the healthiest states in the US, based on 2017 data reported by the organization State of Obesity.
Hawai‘i Looking to Ban ‘Gay Panic’ & ‘Transgender Panic’ as Affirmative Defense
The LGBT Caucus of Democratic Party of Hawai‘i is hopeful that the 2019 Hawai‘i Legislature will ban “Gay Panic” & “Transgender Panic” as an affirmative defense.
Baumgarner Recognized as Officer of the Month
The Aloha Exchange Club of East Hawaiʻi recognized Officer Joshua Baumgarner on Jan. 24, 2019, as the Officer of the Month for December 2018.
Animal Control Activities Scheduled for February
The DLNR Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW) will conduct animal control activities in February.
