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FAA’s air traffic controller program for 2023 accepting applications May 5-8
The Federal Aviation Administration is accepting applications for its 2023 air traffic controller program, from May 5 to 8.
Hilton Lewis steps down as director of Keck Observatory on Maunakea
After a 37-year career, Hilton Lewis is stepping down from his position as the director of the W. M. Keck Observatory on Maunakea.
Waikōloa Lei Day Festival on April 30 to celebrate art, culture, history
In honor of Lei Day, the second annual Waikōloa Lei Day Festival will be held on April 30 at several venues, with live music, lei making, craft fair, farmers market and keiki fun zone.
Public school teachers ratify 4-year contract with 92% of the nearly 7,000 votes
The public school teachers in Hawaiʻi voted 92% in favor of ratifying a new 4-year agreement, which will begin July 1, 2023, according to the Hawaiʻi State Teachers Association.
Magnitude 4.2 quake rumbles near Ka‘ū District of Hawai‘i Island
The tumbler struck at 4:31 p.m. and was 7.5 miles east-southeast of Pāhala at depth of 18.3 miles below sea level.
Coast Guard searching for missing Australian cruise ship passenger 500 miles from Hawaiʻi
U.S. Coast Guard crews are searching a location about 500-miles south of Kailua-Kona on the Big Island for a cruise ship passenger from Australia who on Tuesday night went overboard in waters about 500 miles south of the Big Island in Hawaiʻi.
State funding application for preschool tuition extended to Friday
The Department of Human Services is extending its application deadline for families seeking funding to send keiki to preschool for the 2023-24 school year.
Man indicted for receiving package at Volcano Post Office with methamphetamine
Eric W. Clough, 42 of Volcano, was indicted by a Hilo grand jury earlier this month for receiving nearly a pound of methamphetamine in a package at the Volcano Post Office a year ago.
Hawai‘i Island lawmakers secure funding for expansion of Hilo Medical Center
Hilo Medical Center’s capacity has been unchanged since its construction in 1985, while the island’s population has dramatically increased over the last 38 years.
10th annual Big Island Chocolate Festival promises sweet, savory treats
The Big Island Chocolate Festival, hosted by the Kona Cacao Association, returns for its 10th annual installment April 28 and 29 at a new venue, Waikōloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa.
Hawaiʻi County’s electronic permitting, information system unavailable April 28-May 1
Hawaiʻi County’s electronic permitting and information system will be temporarily offline from April 28 at 1 a.m. until May 1 at 8 a.m.
U.S. Sen. Hirono votes against rule taking away veterans’ reproductive freedom
U.S. Sen. Mazie K. Hirono has voted against a Republican-led effort to overturn the Department of Veterans Affairs’ interim rule on reproductive health care.
CDC allows second dose of updated vaccine for older, immunocompromised adults
The CDC has revised its COVID-19 vaccine recommendations following FDA regulatory action, allowing for an additional updated vaccine dose for adults aged 65 years and older, and multiple doses for those who are immunocompromised.
Military: Experience PTA Day a huge success
Visitors learned about Pōhakuloa Training Area’s expansive environmental program and got to talk to archeologists, biologists and more.
Big Island school wins at ‘Ōlelo Youth Xchange Student Video Competition
However, Maui’s Baldwin High and Highlands Intermediate on O‘ahu nabbed the competition’s top prizes at an awards gala held Tuesday morning.
Zonta Club of Hilo raises awareness of sexual assault on “Denim Day”, April 26
Zonta Club of Hilo asks businesses, organizations, and individuals to wear jeans on Denim Day, April 26, in support of sexual assault survivors and to raise awareness about sexual assault misconceptions.
Couple indicted on attempted murder charges for firing at Hawai‘i police officers
Dylan and Leilani Alcain are facing the same 11 offenses stemming from alleged crimes that occurred on April 20.
Event for National Crime Victims’ Rights Week to be held April 27 in Hilo Peace Garden
An event in the Hilo Peace Garden will be held on April 27 as part of the 42nd Anniversary of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, a nationwide event that aims to honor crime victims and survivors and recognize individuals dedicated to serving victims in the community.
State defends actions to protect nēnē in Waikōloa, but offers no solution for cats
At the direction of Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green, Chair Dawn Chang of the Department of Land and Natural Resources came to the Big Island to “broker peace” with cat groups upset the state mandated the removal of feeding and watering stations to protect nēnē in Waikōloa.
Police still looking for 33-year-old woman from Ocean View with outstanding warrant
Hawai‘i Island police are renewing its request for the public’s assistance in locating 33-year-old Justina Alves of Ocean View.
