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‘If You Feel Different, You Drive Different’ Campaign Starts
“If you feel Different, You Drive Different” is not new for those on the Big Island who have been impacted by drunk and drugged driving fatalities.
VIDEO: Gov. Ige’s Executive Budget for Fiscal Biennium 2019–21
Gov. David Ige held a news conference on Monday, Dec. 17, 2018, at 12:30 p.m. on the Proposed Executive Budget for Fiscal Biennium 2019–21.
Mauna Loa Road Closed Due to Very High Fire Danger
Due to very high fire danger on Mauna Loa, Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park officials have closed Mauna Loa Road at the gate near Kīpukapuaulu parking area until further notice.
HPD Searching for 44-Year-Old Wanted Man
The Hawai‘i Island Police Department reports that the Area II Special Enforcement Unit is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Banyan Saburo Hanato.
UH Hilo Student Awarded Two National Study Abroad Scholarships
Ashley Romero, a University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo Biology major, was awarded a $5,000 scholarship from the Fund for Education Abroad for spring 2019.
‘Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over’ Campaign Being Enforced
The holidays are a time for family, friends, and co-workers to come together in celebration.
UPDATE: Kailua-Kona Man Dies in Two-Vehicle Collision
A 40-year-old Kailua-Kona man died following a two-vehicle collision Dec. 14 in Kailua-Kona at the intersection of Henry Street and Malulani Road, (Lowe’s).
HFD Releases Information on New Year’s Eve Fireworks
The Hawai‘i Fire Department reports that fireworks permits will be available for purchase beginning Wednesday, Dec. 26, 2018.
Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum Offering Scholarships
Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum is now accepting applications from Hawai‘i residents for the following scholarships.
HPD Identifies Man Who Died in Motorcycle Collision in Hōlualoa
The Hawai‘i Police Department reports that a 45-year-old Waikoloa man died following a two-vehicle collision Saturday, Dec. 15, 2018.
Hawai‘i’s Economy Continues on Favorable Path
Hawai‘i’s economy remains on a favorable path, with record-high visitor numbers, record-low unemployment, and ongoing—if unimpressive—income gains.
Gas Prices in Honolulu Fall From Last Week
Gasoline prices in Honolulu have fallen 6.6 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.35/g yesterday, according to GasBuddy’s daily survey of 214 stations in Honolulu.
Sen. Hirono Comments on Zinke Resignation
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono released a statement on Department of the Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke’s resignation.
Scheduled Lane & Road Closures: Dec. 16–21
Temporary road and lane closures are scheduled from Sunday through Friday, Dec. 16 to 21, 2018.
HPD Searching for Missing Pahala Man
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department is searching for a 33-year-old Pahala man who was reported missing.
Hawai‘i Electric Light Proposes 3.4% Rate Increase
The request is for a 3.4% increase in revenues, or $13.4 million over revenues at current effective rates.
‘Ohana Zone Plans Unveiled; Homeless Emergency Proclamation Signed
The county will use the new housing and shelter beds to support chronically homeless individuals in Kona.
STUDY: Climate Change Will Cause Higher Risk of Hawai’i Island Wildfires
Based on changes in rainfall and temperature due to climate change, the annual risk of wildfire could increase up to 375% for parts of Hawai‘i Island
Virgin Galactic Launches Passenger Service Spaceflight
Virgin Galactic made history on Dec. 13, 2018, completing the first human spaceflight to be launched from American soil since the Space Shuttle mission in 2011.
