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30th Biennial Hawai‘i State Legislature to Convene Jan. 16
The Hawai‘i House of Representatives and Senate will convene the 30th Biennial Hawai‘i State Legislature at the State Capitol building on Jan. 16.
Rep. Gabbard Calls for End to Government Shutdown
In recognition of the 25th day of the longest government shutdown in American history, Rep. Tulsi Gabbard called for an end to the government shutdown.
No Tsunami Threat to Hawai‘i From 6.8-M Vanuatu Quake
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center reports an earthquake has occurred near Vanuatu at 8:16 a.m. on Jan. 15, 2019.
Sen. Schatz Comments on Census Question Decision
Sen. Brian Schatz responsed to a federal judge’s decision to strike down the Trump Administration’s plan to add a question on citizenship to the 2020 Census.
Descendants of Kona Filling Ranger Duties During Shutdown
Lineal descendants of the South Kona District stood voluntary post at Pu‘uhonua o Hōnaunau National Park on Sunday, Jan. 13, 2019.
Restrictions Lifted at Kona Community Hospital
Visitor restrictions have been lifted at Kona Community Hospital (KCH) as infection prevention protocols have been modified effective Monday, Jan. 14, 2019.
Puna Aerial Turtle Reconnaissance Survey Released
Hawaiʻi Wildlife Fund (HWF) learned that reports were being made of large numbers of sea turtles that had been stranded or trapped as a result of the eruption.
Gov. Ige Makes Department of Transportation Appointments
Gov. David Ige and Department of Transportation Director Jade Butay made the following appointments on Monday, Jan. 14, 2019.
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.
