News
County Honors Exemplary Employees at Awards Ceremony
The County of Hawai‘i held its 53rd annual Employee Recognition Awards Ceremony for 2017–2018 on Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2018.
HPD Seeking Man Considered Armed & Dangerous
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department and Area II Special Enforcement Unit is actively seeking information on the whereabouts of Drew Camacho.
Parker School Robotics Competes in Japan
Parker School’s Robotics Club recently competed on the world stage at the World Robot Summit 2018 held in Tokyo, Japan.
Preliminary Report for Proposed Na‘alehu Wastewater Treatment Plant
The County of Hawai‘i reports that A Preliminary Engineering Report (PER) for the proposed Nā‛ālehu Wastewater Treatment Facility was submitted to the USEPA.
‘Hikianalia’ Arrives in San Diego
Hundreds of people welcomed Hikianalia as the traditional Polynesian voyaging canoe arrived at the Maritime Museum of San Diego on Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2018.
REPORT: Hawai‘i has Lowest ER Visits in Nation
A new study reports that Hawai‘i has the lowest number of ER visits per capita in the nation.
UPDATE: Flood Advisory Issued for Big Island
UPDATE 10:20 p.m.: The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended the Flood Advisory for the Island of Hawai‘i until 1:15 a.m on Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2018.
OHA Statement on Supreme Court’s Decision on TMT
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs released the following statement on the Supreme Court’s Decision to allow the Thirty Meter Telescope to be built on Maunakea:
HPD Warning About Halloween Safety
The Hawai‘i Island Police Department would like Halloween night to be a safe one for everyone enjoying the candy, costumes and festivities.
Increase in Air Activity Over Hilo, Public Viewing of F-22 Raptors
HDOT informs Hawai‘i Island residents of an increase in air activity over the Hilo area from Thursday, Nov. 1, through Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018.
Holiday Reminder on Motorist & Pedestrian Safety
As the holiday season approaches, the Hawaiʻi Island Police Department is reminding pedestrians and motorists alike to stay alert and practice pedestrian safety.
‘State of Emergency’ Extended for Kīlauea Eruption & Lava Flows
Mayor Harry Kim has signed a fifth emergency proclamation in regards to the Kīlauea eruption and lava flows.
Leaders Condemn President Trump’s Plan to End Birthright Citizenship
National Director of the National Council of Asian Pacific Americans, Gregg Orton issued the following statement.
Civil Rights Commission Chair Statement on Attack & Shooting in Pittsburgh
Chair of the Hawai‘i Civil Rights Commission, issued the following statement regarding the attack and mass shooting of worshipers in Pittsburgh.
Supreme Court Rules in Support of Building TMT
The Hawaii Supreme Court issued its opinion affirming the state Board of Land and Natural Resources’ decision to issue a CDUP for construction of the TMT.
VIDEO: Interview With Councilmember Jen Ruggles
Big Island Now conducted a live interview with Councilmember Jen Ruggles on Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2018
Mass Transit Agency Closing Satellite Office & Moving Sales Office
The County of Hawai‘i Mass Transit Agency will be closing its satellite office at the county building at 25 Aupuni St. on Friday, Nov. 2, 2018.
HPD Arrests 22 Motorists for DUI Violations
HPD reports that during the week of Oct. 22, through Oct. 28, 2018, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 22 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Warning Siren Test Scheduled for Nov. 1
Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System, coordinated with the test of the Live Audio Broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System, is scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 1.
KKCC 50th Anniversary Gala Celebrates Business Advocacy
KKCC enjoyed an evening with friends, colleagues and the community to celebrate a half-century of business advocacy at its 50th anniversary Gala.
