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Legislators to Host Town Hall Meeting in Pāhoa
Rep. Joy San Buenaventura and Sen. Russell Ruderman will host a Town Hall Meeting on Monday, Feb. 27, 2017, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Pāhoa Community Center.
Wind Advisory Continues for Big Island
High pressure to the north will drive strong trade winds across portions of the Big Island and Maui County through tonight until 6 a.m. tomorrow.
Nominees for U.S. Service Academies Announced
Applicants were considered based on their ability to successfully meet the rigorous demands for undergraduate education and training of officers of the U.S. Armed Forces.
Kaloko-Honokōhau Trail to Close on Feb. 22
The Hale Ho‘okipa Visitor Center and the Ala Mauka Makai Trail leading from the center to Honokōhau Beach will be closed Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2017, from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. The center and trail will close to provide public safety during the removal of invasive, non-native vegetation using helicopter operations. For further information, contact […]
Strong Trade Winds Forecast for Big Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu issued a wind advisory for the Big Island at
3:34 a.m., HST, Sunday, Feb. 19, 2017.
Honolulu Airport Continues Operations After Incident
The Honolulu International Airport remains open today following an incident at a terminal at 5:48 a.m. involving a man who forced his way into a secured area.
Missing Person Advisory: Jared Bremer
Hilo police have disclosed that Jared Bremer of Hilo has been reported missing.
Sen. Inouye Appointed to Leadership Role for National Organization
Sen. Kim and Inouye have been selected to serve in leadership roles for the National Foundation for Women Legislators
Sen. Hirono, Other Democrats Introduce Bill Rescinding Trump’s Deportation Order
The Bill would rescind Trump’s Executive Order that targets law-abiding undocumented immigrants for deportation
Kaua‘i Police Seek Man in Connection for Attempted Murder of 3 Officers
A Kaua‘i grand jury yesterday indicted two men for the attempted murder of three Kaua‘i police officers. One is still on the loose.
HPD WANTED: Current Bench Warrant List Issued
Police ask anyone who knows the whereabouts of a person on the list below to call the police department’s non-emergency line at 935-3311.
UPDATE: Crusin’ Hakalau Beach Park with Tita Nui
Hakalau, located approximately 15 miles north of Hilo on the Hāmākua Coast, was a thriving community up until the early 1960s.
North Kona Water Restriction Remains in Effect
Customers are required to reduce water consumption by 25%.
Cold Front, Strong Winds Heading for All Islands
At 3:46 a.m., HST, on Friday, Feb. 17, 2017, the National Weather Service reported that a cold front will move quickly through the state during the weekend.
Hilo High Grad on Top Chef Finale, Vote for Fan Favorite!
“The first time around was a big lesson for me. Coming up short in the finale when I tried to change myself. It was a huge learning lesson. Made me realize be yourself, be proud about it. We have a lot to be proud about here in Hawaii.”
Waikoloa Woman Selected as Dole Caregiver Advocate
Waikoloa resident Jessica Root is among 31 military and veteran caregivers selected nationwide to be Dole Caregiver Fellows in 2017, representing the Elizabeth Dole Foundation. The foundation seeks to support and advocate for people providing care to an estimated 5.5 million wounded, ill and injured U.S. military veterans. Root will represent the State of Hawaiʻi during […]
Senate Committee Passes Aid-in-Dying Act
SB1129 SD1 would establish a medical-aid-in-dying act under which a terminally ill adult resident may obtain a prescription for meds to end the patient’s life.
State Honors Kona Historical Society
Kona Historical Society was presented with a certificate of honor on its 40th anniversary for efforts to preserve local history and share Kona’s culture with residents and visitors. The Hawaiʻi State House of Representatives presented the prestigious certificate, including Nicole Lowen, Cindy Evans, Richard Creagan, Clift Tsuji, Richard Onishi, Joy San Buenaventura and Mark Nakashima, […]
