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UPDATE: Additional Beaches Close as High Surf Continues
Hawai’i County Civil Defense has announced the closure of eight West Hawai’i Beaches following an extension of a High Surf Warning issued by the National Weather Service.
HPD, County Crack Down on Illegal Raves
The Hawai’i Police Department, along with the County of Hawai’i, crack down on illegal “rave” parties.
Police Seek Ocean View Man
The Hawai’i Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 26-year-old Stephen Kaleo Graham Jr.
DOH Takes Over Medical Marijuana Program
The Hawai’i State Department of Health has officially taken over the State’s medical marijuana program from the Hawai’i State Department of Public Safety.
High Surf Closes Four West Hawai’i Beaches
Four West Hawai’i beaches have will close at noon Wednesday due to high surf.
Kea’au Water Restriction Notice Lifted
The Department of Water Supply has lifted a water restriction advisory initiated on Jan. 16 following low to no water pressure in the Kea’au area.
Volunteers Needed for HVNP Forest Restoration Project
Volunteers are needed for a forest restoration project, organized by the Friends of Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park, scheduled for Feb. 6.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/21/15
The north margin breakout of the June 27 lava has not made any movement since it advanced 15 yards between Monday and Tuesday mornings.
Applications Sought for Doctoral and Postdoctoral Fellowship
Applications are being accepted for the Mellon-Hawai’i Doctoral and Postdoctoral Fellowship Program, which has produced 29 doctoral and postdoctoral scholars since 2008.
Second-Degree Murder Investigation Underway in Hilo Stabbing
Detectives are looking to identify two men who are wanted for questioning in the stabbing of a 43-year-old man Tuesday afternoon in Hilo.
Pahoa Community Aquatic Center Begins Night Swim Sessions
Hawai’i County Department of Parks and Recreations announced that the Pahoa Community Aquatic Center will test out new night swimming hours, beginning Wednesday.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
DUI arrests are down 30.7 percent during the same period as last year and major accidents are down by 53 percent.
Senator Brian Schatz Named in New Leadership Role
Senator Brian Schatz will serve as Ranking Member on the Subcommittee on Communication, Technology, Innovation, and the Internet.
Students to Reach the Moon in Space Act Agreement
A non-reimbursable Space Act Agreement could allow high school kids to make history by conducting the first student experiment on the Moon’s surface.
Hawai’i Ranked 45 in Overall Smoking Costs
Hawai’i has been ranked as the 45th most costly state when it comes to overall ranking of smoking costs, according to a recent study conducted by WalletHub.
Kaiser Permanente’s 10th Annual Day of Service
Kaiser Permanente participated in its 10th annual Day of Service on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. More than 1,000 volunteers participated island-wide.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/20/15
The active and advancing north margin breakout of the June 27 lava flow has advanced 15 yards in the past 24 hours.
UPDATE: Kailua-Kona Brush Fire Contained
A runaway brush fire near Aloha Kona Drive and Hualalai Road, near the Big Island Motors dealership, is completely contained, according to Hawai’i County Civil Defense.
Veterans to Receive French Legion of Honour Award
Big Island veterans of the 442nd infantry’s 100th battalion will be recognized for their bravery 70 years after their daring rescue of a Texas battalion.
Hawai’i Forest and Trail Donates to HFI Crowdfunding Campaign
Hawai’i Forest and Trail founders Rob and Cindy Pacheco donated $5,500 to the Hawai’i Forest Industry Association and Hawai’i Forest Initiatives Crowdfund campaign.
