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Ordnance in Hawaiian Acres Found to Be Inert
The discovery of an inert, old military ordnance forced the closure of a portion of Road 9 in Hawaiian Acres while the Army and police investigated the round.
Lingle Hosts Birthday and Opening HQ Bashes
Linda Lingle will be celebrating her birthday in conjunction with the grand openings of her campaign’s Hilo and Kona headquarters.
Tour Helicopter Makes ‘Precautionary’ Landing in Puna
No one was injured when a Blue Hawaiian tour helicopter made what county firefighters described as a “precautionary landing” in a Puna field earlier today.
Two Female Kayakers Rescued From Windy Seas
Two female kayakers were rescued from strong gusty winds and poor visibility off shore in the vicinity of Akoni Pule Highway.
HPD: Two Charged in Robbery and Kidnapping Incident
Two Kona residents have been charged with various offenses following a Volcano kidnapping and attempted robbery in Hilo.
UPDATE: North Kona Water Restrictions Continue Until June 1
North Kona residents are still asked to restrict water usage by 25 percent until June 1, when a spare pump is expected to be installed.
Teachers Ratify Invalid Contract
In a letter to the Hawaii State Teacher’s Association, President Wil Okabe informed union members that they had voted 66% to 34% in favor of the January agreement.
Ka’u Forest Reserve DEA is Up for Public Comment
The Division of Forestry and Wildlife of the Department of Land and Natural Resources is seeking public input for the management plan for the Ka’u Forest Reserve.
Big Island Takes Senate Seat From Oahu in Reapportionment
As the result of the May 22 court ruling on Hawaii reapportionment the Big Island will gain another state senate seat.
UPDATE: Wind Warning Extended, High Surf Advisory Posted
The National Weather Service has issued high wind and gale warnings for portions of Hawai’i Island.
DUI Arrests Stay Below Last Year’s Numbers
DUI arrests are down for the second straight week, according to the latest statistics from the Hawaii Police Department.
HELCO Signs Deal With Hu Honua for Electricity
Hawaii Electric Light Co. has signed a 20-year agreement with Hu Honua Bioenergy to provide 21.5 megawatts of biomass-produced electricity.
Council Nixes Environmental Impact Statements for Geothermal Exploration
Companies will now be able to search for potential geothermal sites using surface measuring technology, but would still be faced with an EIS if they seek to drill test-wells
League of Women Voters Holds Candidate Forum in July
The Hawaii County chapter of the League of Women Voters will hold a candidate forum on July 11 in Hilo.
Meeting on Monday on New Driver License Rules
Hawaii County will hold a meeting Monday to explain new requirements based on federal and state mandates for obtaining a driver’s license or permit.
Click It or Ticket Campaign Begins Sunday
The national “Click It or Ticket” campaign kicks off this weekend, and authorities organized a rally to remind motorists of the added enforcement campaign.
9-1-1 Caller Sought by Authorities
Authorities are asking for the public’s help in finding a woman who called 9-1-1 to report a dead body in a Volcano residence.
Coroner’s Inquest Requested After Death of Kona Bicyclist
A coroner’s inquest has been requested following the death of a bicyclist in Kailua-Kona Thursday morning.
Police Stress Motorcycle Safety
Reckless driving was a factor in three out of four motorcycle fatalities on the Big Island this year.
Kamuela-Born “Ruth” Voted Into Disability Contest Semi-Finals
Votes are now closed for the national contest but Ruth’s family said that she made it into the top 10% of entries with 12,624 votes.
