News
Divers Rescued off Leleiwi Point
Two divers were rescued Saturday, eight miles from Leleiwi Point, after being pulled by the current as they were diving from the recreational boat Tiger Too.
State to Provide Support in HHC Transition
The State of Hawai’i is committed to maintaining support during November’s Open Enrollment period as the Hawai’i Health Connector closes.
Military Convoys Will Travel from PTA to Kawaihae
Convoys of Oahu-based service members will travel the roads between Pohakuloa Training Area and Kawaihae Harbor on June 10 and June 12-16.
ICAC Addresses Climate Change at Initial Meeting
The Interagency Climate Adaptation Committee met for the first time on June 3 to address its tasked climate change report.
USDA Rural Business Grants Available
The United States Department of Agriculture has announced that $30 million in grants are now available to farmers, ranchers, and food entrepreneurs.
Lifeless Body Found Below Nanue Bridge
The Hawai’i Police Department says the body of a man was found at the bottom of a bridge in the Umauma area Friday morning.
Hawai’i CC Palamanui Receives $50K Gift
An anonymous donor has gifted Hawai’i Community College Palamanui with $50,000 in scholarship support for students interested in pursing Marine Science.
Police Release June 5 Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Kilauea Summit Update – 6/5/15
Inflationary tilt at the summit of Kilauea that began on June 1 has turned to a slow deflationary tilt Friday morning, according to Hawaiian Volcano Observatory.
No Weekend Hunting at PTA
No weekend hunting will take place at Pohakuloa Training Area, according to United States Army-Garrison Hawai’i officials.
Convoys to Travel from PTA to KMR Wednesday
Military convoys are scheduled to travel the roads between Pohakuloa Training Area and Keaukaha Military Reservation on Wednesday, June 10.
Sen. Schatz Introduces Legislation to Repair Schools
Senator Brian Schatz introduced the School Building Fairness Act of 2015 Thursday to help build build, repair, and renovate schools.
New Campaign Aims to Reduce Fall Injuries Among Seniors
The Hawai’i State Department of Health and the Hawai’i Fall Prevention Consortium will launch a campaign in an effort to prevent senior falls.
HSPLS to Observe Kamehameha Day
Kamehameha Day will be celebrated by libraries across the Big Island on June 11.
KKCC to Host Annual Luncheon
Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual Annual Membership & Installation Luncheon on June 26.
Kilauea Summit Update – 6/4/15
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports that the lava lake within the Overlook crater was measured to be about 161 feet below the current floor of Halema’uma’u.
Nacino Named ‘Officer of the Month’
Kona Patrol Officer Chandler Nacino was named “Officer of the Month” by the Kona Crime Prevention Committee.
HPD Searches for Missing Kona Teen
The Hawai’i Police Department is searching for a missing 16-year-old Kona girl who was last seen in Kona on January 19.
Kamehameha Water Shut-Offs Sheduled
Two water shut-offs along Kamehameha Avenue between Kumu Street and Pauahi Street are scheduled for Thursday and Friday.
Pahoa Man Charged in Sexual Assault Case
A Pahoa man has been charged with a felony and three misdemeanor offenses following a sexual assault incident on Sunday.
