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Like Year Before, Big Island Was Dry in 2013
For the past two years, only a single rain gauge on the Big Island has reached the average amount of precipitation.
Kona Man Held on $184,000 Bail For 15 Offenses
The charges are the result of an investigation into the theft in October of a truck parked along Mamalahoa Highway in Captain Cook.
Vote Precursor to Study of Geothermal Health Effects
The Windward Planning Commission voted to hire a claims adjustor who will consider the funding of interim projects as well as a comprehensive health study.
Fire Damages Home in Puna Subdivision of Hawaiian Beaches
The fire department is investigating the cause of the fire centered in a bedroom of the home on Nehu Street.
Kona Officer Recognized for DUI Enforcement Efforts
Officer Nicholas McDaniel was named “Officer of the Month” in January for his work to keep impaired drivers off Kona’s roads.
Police Community Meeting Set for Jan. 23 in Honokaʻa
The meeting is designed to allow residents of the Hamakua community an opportunity to meet police officers and to discuss any concerns.
State Goes Undercover to Thwart Illegal Kayak Rentals
Conservation enforcement officers from the Department of Land and Natural Resources arrested two men for alleged illegal activities at Kealakekua Bay in Kona.
UH-Hilo Land Addition Gets Green Light
The University of Hawaii at Hilo’s eventual use of the 46.3 acres of new land won’t be determined until the school’s 18-year-old long-range plan is updated.
Wind Advisory Issued for Big Island Today
The gusty winds are being produced by a low-pressure system approaching from the northeast, which also creates a slight chance of thunderstorms this afternoon.
Hawaii Judiciary Seeking Court Interpreters
Court interpreter applicants must attend a two-day workshop, two of which are scheduled for the Big Island in March.
UPDATE: Search Suspended for Missing Cruise Ship Worker
The 34-year-old Filipino national was reported missing from the Grand Princess Monday night when the ship was approximately 1,100 miles northeast of Hilo.
Bail Set at $163,000 in Stolen Credit Card Case
A Kailua-Kona man was charged with 28 offenses in connection with the alleged use of a credit card stolen last May.
Driver Dies After Crashing Into Church Building
Police said they believe both speeding and alcohol were factors in the fatal crash early today on Kinoole Street.
Men Sought on Outstanding Warrants in Separate Cases
Police are asking for the public’s help locating Chad Simmerman and Kainoa Black, who are both wanted on warrants and for questioning in unrelated matters.
Forecast Calls for More Cool Nights, Possible Thunderstorms
A low-pressure system to the northeast and a recently passed cold front contributed to a cool night Sunday, although nothing that was record-shattering.
UH-Hilo’s Hong Finalist for Chancellor at Lousiana University
Luoluo Hong has served as the University of Hawaii at Hilo’s vice chancellor for student affairs since 2008.
UPDATE: Body of Missing Wailuku River Fisherman Found
The 34-year-old man was fishing near the mouth of the Wailuku River below the Hilo Armory early Saturday evening when he tripped and fell into the water.
UPDATE: Saturday’s Puna Crash Victim Identified
The 53-year-old resident of Keaau died after her sedan crossed the center line and collided with another vehicle near Pahoa end of the Keaau bypass.
Gabbard Begins Mandatory Annual National Guard Training
The first-term congresswoman, who is also a military police captain, reported to a fort in Missouri for the two weeks of service.
County Completes ‘Open Space’ Purchase of ‘O‘oma
The acquisition of the 217-acre property is the latest action under the county’s Public Access, Open Space, and Natural Resource Preservation Program.
