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Hawaiʻi County Recycling, Waste Stations, Landfills Closed on Thanksgiving
County of Hawaiʻi Recycling and Transfer Stations, and Landfills will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 22, 2018, in observance of Thanksgiving.
Outage Disrupts Power to 4,500 East Hawai‘i Residents
The Hawai‘i Electric Company has confirmed reports of power outages throughout East Hawai‘i beginning around 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2018.
New Signage at HNL Airport Designed to Find Parking
HDOT advises travelers who plan to park in one of the parking garages at the HNL airport to be aware of recent signage improvement projects.
HPD Offers Thanksgiving Travel Tips
The holiday season is upon us, and the Hawaiʻi County Police Department is encouraging everyone to arrive at the holiday table safely.
CDC: Do NOT Eat Romaine Lettuce; Investigation Continues
The CDC is advising consumers to not eat any romaine lettuce, and retailers and restaurants not serve or sell any, until they learn more about the outbreak.
AG Demands Civil Rights Protections for Transgender People
Coalition of attorneys general urging the Trump Administration to abandon efforts to adopt a definition of “sex” that would exclude transgender and gender nonconforming individuals.
Councilmember Ruggles Places State on Notice
Councilmember Jen Ruggles released a letter on Nov. 20 that she had sent to Gov. Ige, every mayor and every county taxation department in the State of Hawai‘i.
Hawai‘i Awarded EPA Grant for Clean Air Projects
The U.S. EPA has awarded $411,578 in Diesel Emission Reduction Act (DERA) grants to Hawai‘i to curb harmful pollution from diesel vehicle sources.
Operation Christmas Child in Full Swing
With the holidays fast approaching, the police officers have been busy at the Hawaiʻi Police Department.
Spot the International Space Station
Hawai‘i residents can spot the International Space Station tonight, Tuesday, Nov. 20, 2018, (depending on clouds).
Mayor Kim to Undergo Procedure for Artery Blockage
Hawai‘i County Mayor Harry Kim will undergo surgery on Friday at Straub Medical Center in Honolulu to clear a blockage in an artery in his lower extremities.
Coalition Files Amicus Brief Opposing Ban on Openly Carrying Firearms
The Hawaii Firearms Coalition filed an amicus brief in opposition to a rehearing of Young VS Hawaii by the US Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit.
HPD Arrests 23 Motorists for DUI Violations
During the week of Nov. 12, through Nov. 18, 2018, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 23 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
DOE Launches Modernized Facilities Maintenance Program
The Hawai‘i State Department of Education (HIDOE) is reconfiguring its facilities maintenance program to align the department’s strategic focus.
Senators Urge to End Deployment & Send Troops Home for Thanksgiving
Senators urged Defense Secretary James Mattis to send active duty servicemembers currently at the southern U.S. border back to their home bases in time for Thanksgiving.
Judge Denies Lloyd’s of London Motion to Dismiss Lawsuit
Third Circuit Judge Henry Nakamoto entered an order denying a motion to dismiss brought by Lloyd’s of London.
New $20.4 Million Visitor Center at Punchbowl Memorial Planned
Sen. Schatz announced that the ABMC and NCA confirmed plans to construct a new $20.4 million interpretive center at National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific.
Deadline Extended for Testimony on Hū Honua Bioenergy Power Plant
DOH has extended the deadline for the public to provide written testimony regarding pending permit applications from Hū Honua Bioenergy on Hawai‘i Island.
Senators Challenge Appointment of Acting Attorney General
Senators filed a complaint in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia challenging the constitutionality of President Donald Trump’s appointment of Matthew Whitaker.
REPORT: Priced Out of Paradise
The vacation rental industry has grown leaps and bounds with the growth of online home-sharing platforms such as Airbnb, Flipkey and Homeaway.
