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Gov. Ige Declares 2018 as Year of the Hawaiian
Gov. David Ige on Friday, Feb. 16, 2018, proclaimed 2018 as the Year of the Hawaiian with a signing ceremony.
Flood Advisory Issued for the Big Island
The National Weather Services has issued a Flood advisory for the island of Hawai‘i in Hawai‘i County until 9:45 p.m.
Electrical Fire in HPP Caused by Lightning
The Hawai‘i Fire Department responded to an electrical fire at a single family dwelling on 30th Avenue in Paradise Park at 3:42 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 16, 2018.
Flood Advisory Issued for South Hilo & Puna
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Advisory for the areas of South Hilo and Puna at 4:30 p.m.
Flash Flood Watch in Effect Saturday to Monday
A Flash Flood Watch is in effect for the Big Island from noon on Saturday, Feb. 17, through Monday afternoon, Feb. 19, 2018.
HPD Searching for Missing Man
The Hawai‘i Police Department is searching for 48-year-old Gerald Ragsdale.
HPD Searching for Man Wanted on Outstanding Warrant
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a 40-year-old man who is wanted for an outstanding warrant.
NO TSUNAMI THREAT TO HAWAI‘I After 7.5M Oaxaca Quake
The 7.5 magnitude earthquake that occurred at 1:40 PM today off Oaxaca, Mexico, did not cause a TSUNAMI THREAT for the Island or State of Hawai‘i.
HDOT Gets $11 Million+ in Ciber Settlement
The state thus far has recovered $11 million as part of the litigation, including $1 million from Ciber and $10 million from one of Ciber’s insurers.
4 Arrested for Hilo Business Burglary
Hawaiʻi Island police have charged four people in connection with a break-in at a business in Hilo and for outstanding warrants.
Hawai‘i’s Libraries to Observe Presidents’ Day Holiday
In observance of Presidents’ Day, all public libraries and library support offices will be closed Feb. 17 through 19, 2018.
Rapid Ohia Death Symposia Scheduled for Big Island
The Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death Working Group will host two symposia on Hawai‘i Island in March 2018.
Hawai‘i Island Scheduled Lane & Road Closures: Feb. 16–23
Temporary road and lane closures are scheduled from Friday to Friday, Feb. 16 to 23, 2018.
Sen. Hirono Votes to Protect Dreamers
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono released the following statement today, Feb. 15, 2018, after voting to protect Dreamers.
Hakalau Stream Bridge Repairs
Repair work on the Hakalau Stream Bridge located on the road leading to Hakalau Beach Park will begin on Friday, Feb 16, 2018.
Rep. Gabbard Votes Against Bill that Undermines Civil Rights Protections
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard voted today, Feb. 15, 2018, against legislation that unravels civil rights protections for millions of individuals with disabilities in Hawai‘i and across the country.
Sens. Renew Call for Full Benefits Owed to Filipino WWII Vets
U.S. Sens. Schatz and Murkowski, as well as members of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee, introduced the Filipino Veterans Fairness Act of 2018.
New Health Class for Hawai‘i Island
Hui Mālama Ola Nā ʻŌiwi (Hui Mālama) has announced a new class starting March 2018.
UPDATE 3: Flood Advisory/Flash Flood Watch Extended
Monitor forecasts and be prepared to move to higher ground if heavy rain occurs or a Flash Flood Warning is issued.
Flags to Fly at Half-Staff to Honor Florida Shooting Victims
This action is a mark of respect for the victims of the mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Florida.
