News
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 12/11/14
The June 27 lava flow has advanced about 340 yards in the past 24 hours and is following a steepest level of descent that takes it towards Pahoa Market Place.
Flight Schedules Released for Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park
Hawai’i Volcano National Park officials have announced flight plans for the remainder of 2014 and into early 2015.
Weekend Bird Hunts at Pohakuloa Training Area
Army officials will open several training areas at Pohakuloa Training Area for bird hunting Dec. 13 and Dec. 14.
DOH: E-Cigarette Usage Climbing Among Public School Students
Usage of non-traditional tobacco products, especially e-cigarettes, among middle and high school students are higher in Hawai’i than the rest of the country.
Military Convoy Scheduled for Saturday
A military convoy of Oahu-based service members is scheduled for Saturday. The convoy will travel roads from Pohakuloa Training Area to Kawaihae Harbor.
UPDATE: Fire at Waiakea Uka Gym Under Investigation
A fire that broke out at Waiakea Uka Gym early Wednesday caused $65,000 in damage and is under police investigation. Winter intercession classes have been moved to Andrews Gym.
Fire Ant Treatment Will Close Pana’ewa Zoo
The Pana’ewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens will temporarily close Dec. 18 for fire ant treatment.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 12/10/14
The June 27 lava flow has chosen a path of steepest descent, leading the flow towards the Pahoa Village Market Place area.
$1.06 Million in Renovations for Volcano Transfer Station
The transfer station in Volcano will undergo $1.06 million in renovations. Ground broke on the project Tuesday.
Police Renew Request for Information on Missing Kea’au Man
The Hawai’i Police Department has renewed its request for information on Jeffery Meek, a Kea’au man who was reported missing on Nov. 8.
“Fireball” Geminid Meteor Shower Peaks This Weekend
The best, most colourful meteor shower of the year peaks this weekend. Turn your eyes to the sky, especially Saturday night …
Scheduled Closures of Bayfront Highway
Bayfront Highway will be closed overnight both on Tuesday and Wednesday for continued roadwork in the area.
Kona Man Sentenced in Meth Distribution Case
Lotoaiki Laulea was sentenced Monday to 155 months of prison time for three counts of methamphetamine distribution after being found guilty by a federal jury.
UPDATE: Rescued Mariner En Route to Molokai
Ron Ingraham, 67, the mariner who placed a mayday call on Nov. 27, was found alive aboard his vessel Tuesday morning.
Shriners Hospital to Hold Keiki Clinic
Specialists with Shriners Hospital for Children in Honolulu will be visiting Hilo Friday for a one-day children outreach clinic.
Road Temporarily Closed to Move Unexploded Ordnance
United State Army Corps of Engineers moved an unexploded ordinance Tuesday morning and will dispose of it at 2 p.m.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 12/9/14
The June 27 lava flow remains active, advancing 225 yards in the past 24 hours. The flow is 2.2 miles from the Highway 130 and Pahoa Village Road intersection.
Volunteers Sought After in Broadband Study
Volunteers are being sought after by the Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs’ for a program called Measuring Broadband Hawai’i.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
DUI arrests on Big Island roadways remain down from last year, by 12.2 percent, while major accidents have increased by 14.1 percent.
Pahoa Students Affected by Lava Flow Go on Unique Excursion
For the first time Monday, several hundred students impacted by the June 27 lava flow got a hands-on learning experience at the former Pahoa Transfer Station.
