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Update: High surf advisory now in effect for Big Island’s east-facing shores

Surf heights of 10 to 14 feet are expected, with moderate impacts.

Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park and Hawaiʻi Electric Light Company seek comments on electrical transmission line relocation project 

The project is considered Phase 3 of Hawaiʻi Electric Light Company’s efforts to upgrade and harden the 3400 Line, which spans from Puna to just outside the park’s boundary on the Kaʻū side.  

School Based Health Centers expand coverage to Kalaniana’ole Elementary and Intermediate and Konawaena Middle and High School

The School Based Health Centers provide much needed services to families, including those with barriers to care: parents who are working multiple jobs, are underinsured or low income, families who speak English as a second language or for those who are newly arrived to this country.

Army Corps achieves response complete at Sector 15

“This is a tremendous milestone for the Hawai‘i Formerly Used Defense Site program, our partners and the community,” said Lt. Col. Ryan Pevey, commander USACE Honolulu District.

Hilo man arrested for child pornography violation

The complaint and affidavit allege that Kalana Limkin was identified as the founder of a group, “Cultist,” which focused on specific behaviors, such as promoting child pornography, child exploitation, sexual extortion, and trafficking and self harm of minors.

Hawai‘i County names interim administrator to newly created office

Bethany Morrison to lead Office of Climate, Sustainability, Equity and Resilience.

Gov. Green focuses on housing, healthcare, education, and recovery and resilience in budget proposal submitted to legislature

The Executive Supplemental Budget request adds $326 million in general funds to the operating budget to continue essential operations and support statewide priorities, and $890 million in general obligation bond funds for capital improvement projects statewide. 

Gov. Green lowers flags to honor Sandra Day O’Connor

Retired Associate Justice of the Supreme Court of the United States Sandra Day O’Connor died at 93 years old on Dec. 1.  

Young Brothers’ barge delayed offshore due to surge at Hilo pier

Young Brothers will make another attempt into the harbor this afternoon when ocean conditions are forecasted to improve.

Big Island Now poll no. 41: What are the best last-minute holiday gifts?

Do you thoughtfully plan your holiday shopping or are you on the hunt for the perfect gift at the last minute?

Business Monday: Kona Honu Divers named best overall operation in Pacific, Indian Oceans

This is the third time readers of Scuba Diving magazine have chosen Kona Honu as the best overall dive shop.

Hawai‘i State Public Library System launches mobile app

“Libraries Hawaii” App by ChiliFresh is now available to download.

Big Island Now poll No. 40 results: Vote close between those who agree portions of Maunakea should be be listed as historic places and those who don’t

Out of the total 1,075 votes, 480, or 44%, said yes, of course those lands should be on the historic registers while 454, or 42%, said no, it’s not necessary.

Queen’s North Hawai‘i Community Hospital receives top rural hospital award

The Leapfrog Group is a national nonprofit watchdog group that sets standards for excellence in patient care. Queen’s North was one of only 15 top rural hospitals nationwide and the only hospital in Hawai‘i to receive a “top” award.

Experience a family holiday tradition at the Kona Christmas House

Craig Long, his wife Jennifer and their 12-year-old daughter Emma invite everyone on the Big Island to their Pualani Estates home to behold the splendor and bask in its aura.

Big Island police investigating assault in Hilo that sent 4 people to the hospital

The Dec. 15 incident in the 100 block of Rainbow Drive involved a woman being struck and knocked unconscious by a bat and three men being stabbed.

Big Island set to receive portion of $18M in federal funding for safer roads, sidewalks

The funding comes from the Department of Transportation’s Safe Streets and Roads for All program.

Fentanyl arrests and recovery stats for Nov. 2023

In recent years, the use of illicit fentanyl has reached epidemic proportions on the mainland and Hawai‘i.

Snorkeling company rescues paddling coach who got separated from canoe in rough Kona waters

Liam Powers, owner of Sea Quest Hawai‘i, got a call at around 7 p.m. that Nathan Grocholski Lopez, his son’s paddling coach at Big Island Jr. Va‘a, had not made it back to shore after going out in a one-man canoe.

Update: High surf advisory for north-facing shores canceled

A small boost in surf is expected from late Sunday into Monday, likely requiring another high surf advisory for north-facing shores of most of the islands, along with various east-facing coasts.
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