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HVNP Seeks Public Comment on Entrance Fee Increases
Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park is seeking public comment in regards to proposed entrance fee increases beginning in 2015.
Tropical Storm Watch Issued for Hawai’i County
As of 5 p.m. Wednesday, Tropical Storm Ana was located 580 miles southeast of Hilo and 635 miles southeast of Kailua-Kona.
Pana‘ewa Zoo Playground to Remain Closed Until Oct. 24
The temporary reopening of the Pana’ewa Zoo Playground has been canceled due to wet weather.
Charges Filed in Waikoloa Knife Incident
A South Kohala man faces multiple charges, including second-degree murder, following an altercation Sunday night.
DOE Closes Big Island Public Schools on Friday
All high school sporting events are cancelled or postponed, beginning Thursday, and public schools will be kept closed the following day.
11 A.M. UPDATE: Ana Closing In on Hurricane Status
Tropical Storm Ana is expected to steer toward the Hawaiian Islands in the next 12 to 24 hours.
11 A.M. UPDATE: Ana Closing In on Hurricane Status
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center says that a Hurricane Watch may be issued for a portion of the island chain sometime Wednesday afternoon or evening.
Ana’s Approach Causes Cancellation of Mayor’s Health Fest
Saturday’s events were cancelled as the County focuses on public safety ahead of Tropical Storm Ana.
South Kohala Man Arrested in Violent Altercation
A 34-year-old South Kohala man has been arrested on suspicion of first-degree assault, and another assault investigation is looking at injuries he sustained.
HVO: Lava Could Reach Apa’a St. on Nov. 1
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory officials say that based on the lava’s average movement of 81 yards per day in the past week, lava could reach Apa’a St. by Nov. 1.
Cleanup to Close Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole Park
The East Hawai’i Rotary Clubs will conduct a volunteer cleanup at Kūhiō Kalaniana‘ole Park in Hilo on Oct. 18, causing the park to close for the day.
Hilo Man Arrested After Incident on Japan Airlines Flight
Michael Tanouye, 29, could face life in federal prison for an attempted sexual assault incident on a Japan Airlines plane Saturday.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown: 18 Arrested
DUI arrests are down 10.9 percent as compared to last year, while major accidents continue to increase.
Arc of Hilo Improvements to Cause Saturday Water Shut-Off
The water interruption will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. this Saturday.
UPDATE: Tropical Storm Ana Gaining Strength
As of 5 a.m., Tropical Storm Ana is located about 885 miles ESE of Hilo and 945 miles ESE of Kailua-Kona.
Haili Christian School Burglarized Over the Weekend
Items stolen from the private school include cameras, ukuleles, a bible, and cash.
HPD Charges Pair in Kapa’au Burglary Case
The couple allegedly stole $3,000 worth of items from a home on Lehu’ula Circle on Oct. 5.
June 27 Lava Flow Nearly a Half-Mile from Pahoa
The front of the lava flow advanced approximately 75-85 yards since Sunday.
Two-C Could Become Hurricane by Wednesday
Forecasters say that warm water and other factors may keep the storm from diminishing before it closes in on the islands.
New Policy on E-Cigs to Mirror Regular Cigarette Ban
Electronic cigarettes are now prohibited in all State government buildings. The new policy will mirror the current law for regular combustible cigarettes.
