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Public Update Meeting Set for Kona Highway Project
A public meeting will be held on Aug. 25 to update the community on phase two of the Queen Kaahumanu Highway widening project.
Man Dies in Early Morning Traffic Crash
The man who died in an early morning vehicle crash in Kona has been identified.
Monthly Siren Testing Planned
Monthly siren testing conducted by the Hawai’i Emergency Management Agency is scheduled for Monday at 11:45 a.m.
HEMA, Local Agencies Encourage Preparedness
Residents are being urged to make preparations as Tropical Storm Guillermo continues to move toward the islands.
UPDATE: Fatal Collision Closes Kaiminani Drive
A traffic accident that occurred just after midnight Monday has caused an extended road closure in Kona.
Scheduled Lane Closures Aug. 3-7
The Department of Transportation and the Department of Public Works have released their scheduled lane closures for the week of Aug. 3.
UPDATE 8/3/15: Guillermo
It’s still a little too early to talk about any specific wind conditions for the islands, but it is now very likely that the large field of moisture…
UPDATE 8/2/15: Hurricane Guillermo
How strong is this thing going to be when it gets to us? For now, all indications are that it will be a weakening tropical storm. In about 48 hours Guillermo is…
UPDATE 8/1/15: Hurricane Guillermo
Weather models are not in agreement as to where the system will end up going. One model shows Guillermo going north of the islands and the other brings it to the south…
Garden Education at Holualoa Elementary
Holualoa Elementary School will experience a first as it begins its new school year with a part-time school garden educator.
Big Island Prisons Gain New Correctional Officers
Big Island prisons will gain eight of the 12 graduates of the Department of Public Safety’s 2015 class of correctional officers.
Hurricane Guillermo Begins to Slow Down
Hurricane Guillermo remains a Category 2 hurricane but is expected to lose intensity on Sunday.
OHA Objects to Mauna Kea Rule Enforcement
Office of Hawaiian Affairs chairman Robert Lindsey spoke Friday on behalf of OHA regarding enforcement of the emergency rules access atop Mauna Kea.
Police Renew Request for Wanted Woman
A 19-year-old woman is being sought after by the Hawai’i Police Department on an outstanding warrant for contempt of court.
Man Charged in Pistol Theft
The sought after owner of an antique pistol with an ivory handle has been identified by the Hawai’i Police Department.
Police Release July 31 Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Hawai’i CC – Pālamanui Prepares for Opening
The first day of instruction at Hawai’i Community College– Pālamanui is Aug. 24.
Water Service Restored Following Kaumana Main Break
Water services have been restored to Department of Water Supply customers in the Kaumana area following a water main break in the area.
