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Kilauea Summit Update – 7/2/15
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports that part of the Overlook crater’s rim wall collapased Wednesday afternoon.
Smoke-Free State Park Ban Began Wednesday
Smoking is now prohibited at all state parks after the new law, Act 123, SLH 2015, went into effect Wednesday.
Ten High School ‘STARS’ Complete Workshop
Ten high school girls from around the state got a glimpse of what it is like in the aerospace industry during the second-annual STARS program.
HPD Announces July 4 Hilo Road Closures
A portion of Bayfront Highway and Lihiwai Street in Hilo will be closed for part of the day on July 4.
Health Department Adds Additional Crisis Hotline
The Department of Health’s Adult Mental Health Division says that 20 percent of the 75,000 calls made in 2014 into its ACCESS line were for crisis intervention.
Man Involved in Three-Vehicle Crash Dies
A man involved in a three-vehicle crash on June 19 along Highway 19 has died, according to the Hawai’i Police Department.
Kū Kiaʻi Mauna Discusses Recent Mauna Kea Events
Members of Kū Kiaʻi Mauna gathered on Oahu to address recent comments made by the governor and the continued road closure atop Mauna Kea.
Public Libraries to Observe Independence Day
Public libraries within the Hawai’i State Public Library System will close in observance of the Independence Day holiday.
Condo Owners Receive Assistance through State Services
Condominium owners in Hawai’i are being provided assistance through two new programs developed through the state’s Real Estate Commission.
Kilauea Summit Update – 7/1/15
An overflight assessment done by Hawaiian Volcano Observatory Tuesday confirms that the June 27, 2014 lava flow hasn’t moved downslope, despite active flows.
New Coral Species Found in Hawaiian Waters
A new species of black coral, Leiopathes annosa, was found in deep ocean waters throughout the Hawaiian Islands and Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument
State Wins Ruling on Mandatory Landing Fees
A recent ruling by the State Supreme Court confirmed that the Department of Transportation can charge landing fees at all commercial airports.
Emergency Sirens to Sound For Monthly Test
Issues with siren operations should be reported to Hawai’i County Civil Defense by calling 935-0031.
Governor Ige Signs OHA Packet Bills
Governor David Ige signed HB207, HB209, and SB1166 Tuesday. HB207 pertains to OHA-administered Native Hawaiian custom and rights courses.
Hawaiian Electric Proposes PV Cost Adjustments
Hawaiian Electric has submitted a proposal to the Public Utilities Commission which aims to continue growth of rooftop photovoltaic systems statewide.
$25K Theft at The Nature Conservancy in Ka’u
The Nature Conservancy reports that $25,000 worth of equipment and supplies were stolen from a storage unit at its Kaiholena Preserve in Ka’u Monday morning.
Kilauea Summit Update – 6/30/15
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory noted Tuesday that a wall along the north side of Kilauea’s Overlook crater collapsed around 3 a.m.
State to Enforce Current Laws, Regulations on Mauna Kea
Governor David Ige emphasized safety on Mauna Kea during a Monday press conference. He said current laws and regulations will be enforced.
HPD Weekly Statistical Breakdown
Sixteen drivers were arrested for driving under the influence between June 22 and June 28, according to the Hawai’i Police Department’s weekly DUI statistics.
