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ACLU of Hawai‘i Announces Hilo Civil Liberties Symposium
ACLU’s Civil Liberties Symposium is designed to bring the community together to discuss effective resistance to government threats to civil rights in Hawai‘i and the nation around central themes of immigration and mass incarceration.
Marcos Santos Named Officer of the Month for August
Officer Santos was honored after preventing a possible suicide attempt.
Military Convoys Scheduled From Kawaihae to Pōhakuloa Through Oct. 4
Soldiers and Marines are scheduled to convoy from Kawaihae Docks to Pōhakuloa Training Area from Sunday through Wednesday, Oct. 1 through 4.
Hawai‘i Island Weekend Lane Closures: Sept. 30–Oct. 6
Temporary road and lane closures are scheduled on the Big Island from Saturday, Sept. 30, to Friday, Oct. 6, 2017.
HPA Hosting Admission Events for Prospective Students
HPA will host five separate events for prospective K–12 students and their families.
Endangered ‘Alalā Crows Released into Local Reserve
Efforts continue to reintroduce rare crow species to native forests on Hawai’i Island.
Hawai‘i Island Pools to Be Closed Oct. 1 & 8
The Waimea and Kapa‘a swimming pools will be closed for a few days in October.
PTA Training Advisory for Oct. 2017
Military units are scheduled to conduct training at Pōhakuloa Training Area in October 2017 that may be heard or observed by the surrounding communities.
Senator Hirono Leads Call to Support National Park Visitors and Workers
Senator Mazie K. Hirono recently convened a hearing on how to encourage young people to visit our national parks.
President Trump Coming to Hawaiʻi in November
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump will travel to Hawaiʻi as part of his trip to Asia in November,
Public School Students See Gains on AP Exams
HIDOE students who were tested last May show double-digit increases in the number of exam takers, exams taken and scores of 3 or higher.
5,000-Gallon Wastewater Spill in Na‘alehu
A wastewater spill occurred on residential grounds in Na‘alehu from Sept. 29 to 28, 2017, due to a sewer backup caused by a pipe break.
NOAA Awards Nearly $200,000 to Protect Hawai‘i Marine Mammals
Hawai‘i conservation programs will receive nearly $200,000 in NOAA funding for the recovery and treatment of stranded marine animals,
HPD Arrests 25 Motorists for DUI Violations: Sept. 18–Sept. 24
During the week of Sept. 18-24, 2017, Hawaiʻi Island police arrested 25 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
Senator Roz Baker Named Influencer in Aging for 2017
Senator Rosalyn Baker was named a 2017 Influencer in Aging by PBS’ Next Avenue, public media’s first and only digital publication dedicated to covering issues for people 50 and older.
Rep. Gabbard Votes for FAA Extension and Immediate Hurricane Relief
Rep. Gabbard voted for a legislation that provides tax relief to those affected by hurricanes Harvey, Irma, and Maria, and extends critical health care provisions.
White House Waives Jones Act for Puerto Rico
The Trump Administration today waived the Jones Act for 10 days to aid in recovery efforts in Puerto Rico, devastated by Hurricane Maria a week ago.
UPDATE 2: Hawai‘i BLNR Approves TMT Permit
A 5-2 majority of the Hawai‘i BLNR today adopted the hearing officer’s recommendation to approve the application for a permit to build the TMT.
DOH: Ten Tips to Prevent Rat Lungworm Disease
The state Department of Health urges the public to take precautions to prevent rat lungworm disease.
