News
North Kona Water Conservation Notice Reminder
Customers in the Keauhou and Keahole areas, up to Pu’ukala in North Kona, are reminded by the Department of Water Supply that a Water Conservation Notice remains in effect.
New Permit Rules for Commercial Recreation Water Operations
The Department of Land and Natural Resources announced Friday new rules regarding permits and fees for commercial recreational water operations.
Police Arrest Four in Hilo Murder Investigation
The Hawai’i Police Department has arrested four suspects in connection to a fatal stabbing that occurred in Hilo Tuesday.
Weekend Mammal Hunting at PTA
Army officials will open two hunting areas at Pohakuloa Training Area over the weekend.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/23/15
The active and recently advancing distal tip of the June 27 lava flow continues to show no advancement, as widening behind the front continues.
Ishikawa Named Officer of the Month
Officer Lloyd Ishikawa was named “Officer of the Month” by the Aloha Exchange Club of East Hawai’i for the month of January.
Victim Identified in Fatal Hilo Stabbing
An autopsy is scheduled for Friday to determine the exact cause of Brian Whetten’s death.
Two Big Island Students Among U.S. Service Academy Nominees
Two Big Island students are among the 38 named by United States Senators Mazie Hirono and Brian Schatz as nominees to attend one of the nation’s service academies.
Ruderman Receives FLH Mahalo Award
Senator Russell Ruderman has been honored with the Mahalo Award as the Friends of the Library of Hawai’i Legislator of the Year.
FoodCorps Recruiting Service Members for Local Initiatives
FoodCorps, an organization that addresses childhood obesity and food insecurity in underserved communities, is recruiting service members throughout Hawai’i.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/22/15
The distal portion of the June 27 lava flow continues to remain stalled for the second day in a row, however, the flow is active and continues to widen.
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.
