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The National Weather Service has extended the coastal flood statement it issued during the weekend through Thursday afternoon during times of high tide.

The incident happened Tuesday morning in Hawaiian Ocean View Estates on the Big Island and is being investigated by the Hawai‘i Police Department as a negligent failure to control a dangerous dog case.

The public is invited to attend the conference portion, “Regenerative Tourism: Innovations and Pathways for a Sustainable Future,” on Aug. 8 and 9.

At around 4:07 a.m. on July 30, police responded to a report that several unidentified males were assaulting another male on Palani Road.

On Tuesday, Waiākea High School science teacher Whitney Aragaki was selected for the first cohort of 100 emerging changemakers in the Obama Foundation’s Leaders USA program.

“It’s exciting to see so many outstanding individuals who are so passionate about the teaching profession,” said Joan Lewis, Hawai‘i Educational Association president.

The purpose of the relocation is to provide better access to retail services for Kailua Kona customers and increased space for the Kailua Kona Post Office’s expanding retail operations.

The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture is seeking public comment until Aug. 11 for the U.S. Department of Agriculture Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program, which aims to strengthen the stateʻs food supply chain.

Most of the arrests occurred in Kona where six people were taken into custody.

Kona music artists Abe Van Meter and Makana Keana’aina will be performing at the 808 Day concert on Aug. 5 after winning a spot via popular vote.

AARP’s top brain health expert, Sarah Lenz Lock, will be hosting a free in-person workshops in Hilo on Aug. 8 to share six smart tips to help participants maintain brain health as they age.

Representatives of Waimea Elementary, Waimea Middle, Kanu o Ka ‘Aina, Waimea Country, Parker, Hawai’i Preparatory Academy and ʻAlo Kēhau o ka ʻAina Mauna  – a satellite emersion school of Ke Kula o Nāwahīokalaniʻōpuʻu Iki – plus Honoka’a High School will all participate in providing an overview of the year ahead including keeping students safe, cared for, progressing academically, socially and culturally, and how the community can support the next generation of youth.

Aloha Theatre in Kealakekua will be premiering Lauren Gunderson’s “Toil and Trouble” on stage for three weeks starting Aug. 4.

The county will take old motor oil, poisons and other hazardous materials. Latex paint or electronics will not be accepted. Containters dropped off for disposal will not be returned.

There is no deadline to apply for PACT Act benefits, but if you file your PACT Act claim or submit your intent to file before Aug. 9, 2023, you may receive benefits backdated to Aug. 10, 2022 when the bill was enacted.

The Island of Hawai‘i Visitors Bureau is seeking proposals from ‘āina-based nonprofit organizations to develop and manage a community stewardship program at three popular sites.

Lā Hoʻihoʻi Ea, also known as Sovereignty Restoration Day for, takes place on July 31 in Hawai’i.

The telescope project planned for the Big Island has languished for years as it has faced court challenges and been stalled by opponents who maintain the telescope will desecrate sacred land. Where do you stand on the issue?

Instead of your company, church, school or birthday girl or boy having to go to where the animals are, Hannah McKee and her family through their new business can bring them to you for any special occasion or event anywhere on the island.

Hawai’i Island Police say Seth K. Waltjen has been reported missing after picking opihi and diving.