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Politics Over for Kenoi in 2016
Big Island Mayor Billy Kenoi won’t run for any other public office. Kenoi remains embroiled in a controversy over personal spending on his county p-Card.
Mentoring Program Tackles Challenges of At-Risk Boys Head-On
The Boys to Men mentoring program is making an impact on at-risk teen-aged boys at Big Island schools.
Hawaii First State to Mandate Movie Theater Accommodations for Disabled
Gov. David Ige signed a bill May 6 requiring movie theaters statewide to provide accommodations for people with visual and hearing and impairments.
Lawmakers Announce $1.5 Million in Funds for UH Physics Research
Hawai`i’s Congressional Delegation announced May 7 that the University of Hawai`i will receive $1.5 million in funding for research in high energy physics.
Traffic Safety Devices Planned for Waimea
Hawai’i County Traffic Division road crews will install traffic and pedestrian control devices along Kawaihae Road beginning Monday.
Senate Committees Undergo Reorganization
Three Big Island Senators have gained new roles through a recent leadership reorganization at the State Senate.
Hawai’i Police Department’s ‘Police Week’
The Hawai’i Police Department is preparing for its annual Police Week, celebrated this year from May 11 through May 15.
Red Cross Seeks Waikoloa Volunteers
The Hawai’i Red Cross is seeking volunteers in the Waikoloa area.
Kilauea Summit Update – 5/7/15
Heightened activity at Kilauea’s summit continues. Two Overlook crater overflows occurred in the past 12 hours, including one that continued as of 7:40 a.m.
FBI Locates Brianne Kirk
Brianne Kirk, 9, has been safely located by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Authorities say Brianne and her father, Brian Kirk, were found in Texas,
Justin Gaspar Named ‘Officer of the Month’
Kona Patrol Officer Justin Gaspar has been recognized as “Officer of the Month” for May for his successful investigative work in two cases.
Schatz Confirmed as DOE Deputy Superintendent
The Board of Education has confirmed Steven Schatz as deputy superintendent for the Hawai`i Department of Education.
Over 160 Legislative Bills Passed in Final Reading
The State Senate and House of Representatives passed over 160 bills Tuesday during its final read through. Now, the bills will be sent for governor approval.
Sen. Kouchi Named Senate President
Following a majority vote on Tuesday, Senator Ronald Kouchi replaces Senator Donna Mercado Kim as the Hawai’i State Senate President.
$55 Million Approved for Kona Judiciary Complex
A final reading of the Hawai’i State Judiciary’s appropriations bill passed on Tuesday, which includes $55 million to fund the new Kona Judiciary Complex.
HPD Warns Public of Auto Insurance Scam
Hawai’i Police Department officials are asking the public to be aware of an auto insurance scam that can come through phone calls, e-mail’s, and text messages.
Kilauea Summit Update – 5/6/15
Kilauea Summit activity has remained constant over the past day with no noticeable change in tilt. The lava lake has remained at or just below the Overlook rim.
Help USPS ‘Stamp Out Hunger’
The United States Post Office’s 23rd annual National Association of Letter Carriers’ Food Drive is on May 9.
