News
Fuel Prices Trickle Down in Hilo, Kona
Fuel prices have slightly decreased over the past week in both Hilo and Kona.
Large Kona Affray Leads to the Arrest of Three
Three people were arrested early Saturday morning in Kona after a large affray broke out in the Coconut Grove Marketplace parking lot.
Big Island Charter Schools First to Offer Pre-K
Four Big Island charter schools will be among the first in the state to offer pre-kindergarten under a $14.8 million grant.
No Tsunami Threat Following 7.0M Indonesia Earthquake
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center says no tsunami was generated following a 7.0 magnitude earthquake in Papua, Indonesia.
Kilauea Summit Update – 7/27/15
Deflation began at Kilauea’s summit on Sunday and extended into the new week. The lava lake within the Overlook crater has dropped slightly as a result.
Hawai’i County Councilwoman Kills One Landfill Bill, Keeps Another
Bill 33 would allow for commercial haulers to use the county transfer stations for a fee.
State HI-5 Fees to Decrease
State container fees will be reduced to one cent in addition to the five cent refundable redemption fee, following a below average fiscal year in recycling.
Council Approves First Reading of Fire Ant Bill
Hawai’i County Council passed the first reading of a bill that would provide $90,000 to the county to help battle the Little Fire Ants problem on island.
Scheduled Lane Closures July 27-31
Several spots along Highway 19 will undergo roadwork, causing partial lane closures. One area along Daniel K. Inouye Highway also has scheduled work.
Laupahoehoe Fire Causes $250K in Damage
A home along Highway 19 in the Laupahoehoe area burned Saturday, causing $250,000 in damage.
Kaipalaoa Landing to Receive Upgrades
A well known Hilo surf spot will undergo a variety of renovations before it reopens at the end of the year.
Officer Obermiller Earns Monthly Award
Officer Obermiller was named as the July East Hawai’i “Officer of the Month” by the Aloha Exchange Club of East Hawai’i.
Weekend Lane Closure
The State of Hawai’i Department of Transportation has announced temporary road closures for this weekend.
BIDR, KARES Respond to New HIHS Partnership Agreement
Hawai’i Isand Humane Society Friday released a rescue partnership agreement and local rescue group founders responded.
Volcano Transfer Station Renovations Complete
Renovations at the Volcano Recycling and Transfer Station have been completed.
Decomposed Body Located Off Saddle Road Identified
Hawai’i Police Department officials say the decomposed body found just off Saddle Road on July 16 has been identified.
Former Kealakehe Student Gives Back Through Supply Spree
Christy Logan’s idea for a supply fundraiser stemmed from substitute teaching a first grade class that was low on supplies.
Police Release July 24 Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Kona Imin Center to Close Through January for Improvements
The Kona Imin Center is scheduled to close beginning Aug. 3 and remain closed throughout the duration of the year as improvements are made.
