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Rep. San Buenaventura to Hold Emergency Preparedness Meeting
Topics for discussion will range from emergency shelter locations to hurricane preparations and updates regarding the false missile alert.
PTA Training Advisory for April 2018
Military units are scheduled to conduct various types of training at Pōhakuloa on Hawai‘i Island in April that may be heard or observed by the surrounding communities.
USS Bremerton Departs Pearl Harbor for Final Time
The Pacific Fleet announces that Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam bid a final farewell to the Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine the USS Bremerton (SSN 698).
Hawai‘i Reps Finalize Negotiations on State Budget Bill
The Hawai‘i House and Senate conferees approved a final version of HB1900 HD1 SD1, the state budget bill.
$300,000 Released for Rat Lungworm Prevention & Eradication
The House Finance and Senate Ways and Means conference committees announced the release of $300,000 in recurring funding.
HPD Identifies Victim of Laupāhoehoe Crash
The Hawai‘i Police Department has identified the man who died following a two-vehicle crash Wednesday, April 18, 2018, in Laupāhoehoe.
Electric Companies Observe Earth Day with Release of Sustainability Report
In honor of Earth Day 2018, Hawaiian Electric, Maui Electric and Hawai‘i Electric Light released their 11th annual Sustainability Report for 2017-2018.
Flags to Continue to Fly at Half-Staff in Honor of Sen. Akaka
Hawai‘i Gov. David Ige ordered that the United States flag and the Hawai‘i state flag be continued to be flown at half-staff in honor of Sen. Daniel K. Akaka, until sunset on the day of his interment.
HPD Charges Kona Man for Burglary Spree
The Hawaiʻi Island Police Department has have charged a 19-year old Kona man with a variety of offenses after police determined that he was involved in several break-ins at businesses.
Hawai‘i Receives Over $84 Million from Tobacco Industry
Hawai‘i Attorney General Russell Suzuki announced that the State of Hawai‘i has received over $84 million as part of its arbitration settlement with the Tobacco Industry.
UPDATE: Flood Watch, Winter Storm Warning Cancelled for Big Island
The National Weather Service Flood Watch continues for Hawai‘i Island through today.
Emergency Proclamation in Wake of East Honolulu Flooding
Gov. David Ige has signed a supplementary emergency proclamation declaring the City and County of Honolulu a disaster area after flooding caused heavy damage in East Honolulu.
Walmart to Host Free Health Screenings
Walmart announces it will be hosting free health screenings at all Hawai‘i locations on Saturday, April 21, 2018 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
UPDATE: Earth Day Energy Summit 2018 Live Stream, April 20
Tune in to Elemental Excelerator’s livestream to hear from leaders in energy, transportation, education, and innovation from Hawaii and beyond.
Sen. Schatz Urges FEMA, SBA to Quickly Approve Aid Requests
Sen. Brian Schatz requested that the federal agencies stand ready to approve any forthcoming requests from the state.
Keaukaha Elementary Principal Semi-Finalist for Leadership Award
The Island Insurance Foundation presented a $2,000 cash award to and Principal Stacey Bello of Keaukaha Elementary.
Hawai‘i County to Bar Vendors from Roadways, Shoulders
Hawai’i County plans to enforce an ordinance that bars vendors from operating on county roadways and shoulders… focusing on those operating in the Kalapana area.
Ciguatera Fish Poisoning Cases Stem From Ulua Off NW Big Island Coast
The DOH recently identified several cases of ciguatera fish poisoning from ingestion of the giant trevally (ulua) caught off the NW coast of Hawai‘i Island.
Many Kaua‘i Parks Remain Closed
Numerous state parks on Kaua‘i will remain closed for assessment and repairs.
