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Request to Change Land Use Classification for Site of Proposed Affordable Housing Project Moves Forward
The Hawai’i County Council on Wednesday approved the first reading of a land-use amendment request so an affordable housing project in Hilo can move forward.
Lawmakers Urge Biden to Approve Disaster Declaration Request for Kona Low Damages
Hawai‘i’s congressional delegation in Washington is urging President Joe Biden to approve a request from Gov. David Ige for a presidential disaster declaration in connection with the Kona low storm that ransacked portions of the state in December.
HPD Seeks Public Help Finding 2 Runaway Teens
Authorities seek the public’s help locating two East Hawai‘i teenagers.
5,911 New COVID Cases, 9 Deaths Reported Thursday
The state Department of Health reported 5,911 new COVID-19 cases Thursday, bringing the statewide total to 190,678. Nine new fatalities were reported.
Nearly 2,000 Trees Planted on Big Island as Part of ReTree Hawai‘i Project
More than 1,800 trees were planted on the Big Island in November thanks to a project by Lā Ho‘oulu Paemoku/ReTree Hawai‘i.
Inmate at HCCC Tests Positive for COVID
An inmate at Hawai’i Community Correctional Center has tested positive for COVID, according to the state Department of Public Safety.
Lawmakers Hope to Increase Minimum Hourly Wage During 2022 Legislative Session
The 2022 Legislative Session kicked off Wednesday, Jan. 19.
Lane Closures Planned During Portion of Kalanianaʻole Avenue Reconstruction Project
The state Department of Transportation announced Wednesday that lane closures are planned as part of the continuing Kalanianaʻole Avenue reconstruction project in Hilo
HPD Seeks Public Help Finding 12-Year-Old Girl
Authorities seek help locating a missing 12-year-old girl.
HPD Seeks Public Help Finding 2 Missing Puna Brothers
Authorities seek the public’s help locating two Puna brothers reported missing by a family member.
Queen’s North Hawai‘i Community Hospital Expands COVID Vaccination Hours
Queen’s North Hawai’i Community Hospital in Waimea expanded its hours for those 12 and older seeking COVID-19 vaccinations.
KCH Reinstates No Visitor Policy Amid COVID Surge
No Visitor policy has been reinstated at Kona Community Hospital as COVID-19 cases continue to surge on Hawaiʻi Island, once again.
240 New COVID Cases Confirmed on Hawaiʻi Island
The state Department of Health reported 3,929 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, bringing the statewide total to 184,767.
Ige Breaks Down Allocation of American Rescue Plan Act Funds
All $1.6 billion given to the state through the federal American Rescue Plan Act have been allocated, Gov. David Ige announced Tuesday, Jan. 18.
Volcano Zoning Change Request Moves to Council With Favorable Recommendation
The Hawaiʻi County Council Planning Committee on Tuesday, Jan. 18, forwarded to the full council a zoning change request for a property on the north side of Old Volcano Road just west of the intersection with Wright Road in Volcano Village.
Several Big Island Organizations Benefit From Mitsubishi Electric Championship Golf Tournament
Three Big Island organizations are receiving donations from Mitsubishi Electric as part of its charitable giving through the Mitsubishi Electric Championship golf tournament at Hualalai.
Police Ask For Public’s Help With Finding Missing Hilo Man
Big Island police are requesting the public’s assistance with locating 58-year-old Gary Darnell of Hilo, who was reported missing.
High Surf Advisory for West-Facing Shores Goes Into Effect Wednesday Morning
A high surf advisory will go into effect Wednesday morning for west-facing shores of the Big Island.
Big Island Down School Bus Routes as Statewide Staffing Shortage Limits Drivers
At least a couple of school bus routes are down this week across Hawai‘i Island as COVID-19 is creating staffing issues for the Hawai‘i Department of Education, bus drivers included.
How to Order Free At-Home COVID Test Kits
The U.S. Postal Service has begun taking orders for free at-home COVID-19 test kits.
