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Lawmakers Introduce Bill to Protect Homeless Veteran Programs
Critical veteran homelessness programs are set to expire on Sept. 30, 2017.
Hāmākua Man Arrested in Connection With Waipio Murder
Wayne Teves was arrested at his Waipiʻo Valley residence and charged with second-degree murder and carrying or using a firearm in the commission of a felony.
Public Potable Water Distribution Stations Set Up for North Kona
The Hawai‘i County Department of Water Supply reported on Monday, Aug. 14, at 2:30 p.m., that the Honokohau Deepwell located in North Kona is out of service.
Macadamia Nut Plant Fire Causes $105,000 in Damages
A fire at the Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Corporation processing plant in Hilo on Monday, Aug. 14, caused $105,000 in damages.
Oceanview Man Dies Following Vehicle-Pedestrian Collision
A 25-year-old Captain Cook man died after being hit by a pickup truck on Sunday evening, Aug. 13, in Kailua-Kona.
Big Island Residents Rally for Charlottesville
Big Island residents gathered at the King Kamehameha Statue on Sunday, Aug. 13, for The Peace Vigil: Be the Light in response to the death of Heather Heyer…
Two Women Wanted for Questioning in Connection With Use of Stolen Credit Card
The HPD is asking for help in identifying the two persons in connection with a Theft and Fraud Use of Credit Card that occurred in stores in North Kohala.
Scheduled Road & Lane Closures: Aug. 14–18
Temporary road and lane closures will occur on the Big Island from Monday, Aug. 14, to Friday, Aug. 18, 2017.
Fire Hydrant Flow Test in Kamuela
A fire hydrant flow test on Pu‘u Huluhulu Road and Lālāmilo Farm Road in Kamuela is scheduled between 9 and 10 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 14.
Hawai‘i’s Economy to Grow at Slower Pace
The Hawai’i DBEDT’s 2017 Statistical and Economic Report shows Hawai‘i’s economy continues positive growth but at a slower pace.
Hawai‘i Receives Drug Manufacturer Settlement
Hawai‘i joined 29 states and the federal government last week in settling claims against Celgene Corporation, a pharmaceutical manufacturer.
DLNR to Hold Sea Level Rise Vulnerability Meeting
A public meeting on sea level rise vulnerability and adaptation will be held on Aug. 17 in the Aupuni Center Conference Room, 101 Pauahi Street in Hilo.
Meeting to Introduce N. Kohala Ag Water Study
A public information meeting to initiate the North Kohala Agricultural Water Study will take place on Aug. 16, at the Kohala Village Hub – Barn in North Kohala.
1st Annual Waimea Preparathon Scheduled
The 1st Annual Waimea Preparathon is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 19, 2017, from 9 a.m. to noon at Kuhio Hale.
Emergency Water Restriction Notice for North Kona
An Emergency Water Restriction notice is in effect for North Kona. The Hawai‘i County Department of Water Supply Honokohau Deepwell is out of service; all residents and customers in North Kona must immediately restrict water use to health and safety needs (drinking, cooking, and hygiene purposes) only. Cease all irrigation activities. Cause of failure is […]
PSA Reminds Sexual Assault Survivors They are not Alone
The new PSA aims to provide a more caring approach to sexual assault survivors.
North Kohala Ag Water Study Meeting Scheduled
The public to learn more about the North Kohala Agricultural Water Study at a meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 16, at the Kohala Village Hub–Barn in Hawi.
Lyman Museum to Host Talks on Rat Lungworm Disease
The program will include information on symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
Route Changes at HNL Due to Rental Car Facility Construction
The modified route at HNL is part of the scheduled improvements project to build a new Consolidated Rental Car Facility on airport property.
