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HPD Investigates West Hawai’i Cemetery Theft
The Hawai’i Police Department is investigating a March theft of Hawai’i County equipment from West Hawai’i Veterans Cemetery.
Ige Invited to Attend White House State Dinner
Governor David Ige and his wife, Dawn, have been invited to the White House State Dinner in honor of Japan’s Prime Minister, Shinzo Abe.
Japan Tsunami Debris Travels to Hawai’i
Possible debris from the Japan tsunami has made its way to Hawai’i, according to the Department of Land and Natural Resources.
Souki, Namohala Named ‘Officer of the Month’
The Aloha Exchange Club celebrated its March and April “Officers of the Month” on Thursday.
Akaka Falls’ Parking Under New Operators
The Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of State Parks has announced a new a parking fee company for Akaka Falls State Park.
Suspects Sought in Kurtistown Assault and Robbery
Police are investigating an assault and robbery that occurred at the Kurtistown ballpark on the evening of April 22.
NPS Reports National Park Economic Impact
A recent National Park Service report says that Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park visitation continues to climb. In 2014, visitors rose by 6.9 percent
HVO: Kilauea Summit Lava Lake Rising
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory says a rate increase at Kilauea’s summit Wednesday also led to a rise in the crater’s lava lake, perhaps the highest since 2012.
DWS: 888 Mililani St. Water Shut-Off
The Department of Water Supply has issued a April 28 shut-off notice for 888 Mililani Street in Hilo.
HPD Renews Request for Escapee Information
The Hawai’i Police Department is renewing its request for information regarding a February Hale Nani escapee.
New Bill Proposed to Aid STEM Programs
United States Senator Brian Schatz, along with U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown of Ohio, introduced a new STEM related bill Wednesday.
‘Think Yellow, Go Green’ Campaign Kicks-Off
Students will participate in the “Think Yellow, Go Green” initiative that kicked off on Earth Day, where they will collect old telephone directories.
Legislative Bills Aim to Protect Pell Grant
Senator Mazie Hirono will introduce legislative bills Wednesday aimed at protecting and expanding the federal Pell Grant Program.
Kamehameha Avenue Water Shut-Off
The Department of Water Supply will be temporary shutting off water along Kamehameha Avenue Thursday as they conduct waterline work.
TripAdvisor: Big Island No. 2 U.S. Island
The Big Island has been ranked second in TripAdvisor’s 2015 Travelers’ Choice Awards for Best U.S. Island.
West Hawai’i Part of Federal Climate Projects
A decision by the DOI, the EPA, and NOAA to recognize collaborative landscape partnerships will assist in protecting coastal reefs in Hawai’i.
Hawaiian Hoary Bat to Become State Land Mammal
Governor David Ige plans to sign off on a Senate bill that will make the Hawaiian Hoary Bat the state’s official land mammal.
Second Special Meeting Scheduled by UH Regents
The University of Hawai’i Board of Regents will hold their second special meeting about Mauna Kea in Hilo on Sunday, April 26 at 11:30 a.m.
OHA Calls for Legal Resolution Over TMT
Several Office of Hawaiian Affairs trustees are calling for leaders to work out legal issues before construction of the Thirty Meter Telescope continues.
