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Pōhakuloa Firefighters Earn 2021 Small Fire Department of The Year Trophy
The fire department of U.S. Army Garrison — Pōhakuloa Training Area recently earned top honors in a competition among other small Army fire departments.
Maunakea Observatory Assists With New Study About Saturn’s Aurorae
An observatory atop Maunakea played a major part in a recent study involving high-altitude winds, aurorae and planetary rotation of Saturn.
State Reports 330 New COVID Cases Sunday
The state Department of Health reported 330 new COVID-19 cases Sunday, bringing the statewide total to 234,345. Four new fatalities were reported.
North Hawai‘i Hospice Takes Care of Caregivers With Locally Grown Plants
North Hawai‘i Hospice participated in National Caregivers Day by providing locally grown, potted succulents to caregivers throughout North Hawai‘i on Friday, Feb. 18.
HPD: Missing ‘At-Risk’ Hilo Man Sought
The Hawai‘i Police Department is searching for a missing “at-risk” person. Caleb Vogel, 35, who is Caucasian, 5’11”, 240 pounds, with hazel eyes and black hair, was reported missing on Saturday, Feb. 19.
Kona Playground Foundation Hosting Inaugural Fundraiser Monday
The Kona Playground Foundation will be hosting its inaugural fundraising event on Monday, Feb. 21 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Blue Park, also known as William Charles Lunalilio playground.
HPM Kona Job Fair Includes $1K Signing Bonus For Full-Time Hires
HPM Building Supply will hold a hiring event outside of their Kona location at 74-5511 Luhia St. on Friday, Feb. 25 from 4-6 p.m. Interested job seekers are welcome to walk in to meet the HPM Kona management team and have the opportunity for same-day, on-site interviews.
8 Deaths, 375 New Cases Reported Saturday
The state Department of Health reported 375 new COVID-19 cases Saturday, bringing the statewide total to 234,015. Eight new fatalities were reported.
Missing Teen Located
Hawai’i Island Police reported that 16-year-old Donald Soares IV, who was reported as a runaway, was located in Laupahoehoe in good health.
Weekly Lane Closures: Feb. 19-25
The state Department of Transportation announced its weekly road and land closures for the week of Feb. 19-25. Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice.
Police Looking For Missing Ō‘ōkala Teen
Hawai’i Island Police are searching for 16-year-old Donald Soares IV of Ō‘ōkala, who was reported as a runaway.
HPD Weekly Outstanding Warrants List: Feb. 18, 2022
Hawaiʻi Police Department released its weekly outstanding warrants list.
Temporary Closure Scheduled for Tennis Courts at Keaʻau Park
The Hawai‘i County Department of Parks and Recreation announces the temporary closure of the tennis courts at Herbert Shipman Park, located in Keaʻau.
2 Deaths, 485 New Cases Reported Friday
The state Department of Health reported 485 new COVID-19 cases Friday, bringing the statewide total to 233,640. Two new fatalities were reported.
HPD Seeks Public Help Finding Missing Man
Authorities are seeking the public’s help locating a man who was reported missing.
DPS: 4 Inmates at HCCC Test Positive For COVID
The state Department of Public Safety on Thursday, Feb. 17, reported four COVID-19 positive test results among inmates at Hawai’i Community Correctional Center in Hilo.
Volcano Watch: Something New From Something Old — A New Geologic Map of The State of Hawaiʻi
The original purpose of geologic mapping in Hawaiʻi was to understand the distribution of groundwater and soils to support agriculture. But as geologic maps have been developed over time, they’ve provided basic information on how the Hawaiian Islands evolved, the workings of individual volcanoes and the relative degree of long-term hazards posed.
Flood Advisory Issued For The Big Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a flood advisory for the Big Island.
Tons of Food, Tons of Aloha: Honoka‘a Meal Program Marks 3rd Anniversary
Each week, a small battalion of volunteers not only battles food insecurity in the Honoka’a area, more importantly, it’s building community.
Police Seek Ocean View Woman Last Heard From in August
The Hawai‘i Police Department is asking for help from the public with finding a missing Big Island woman.