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West Hawai’i County Band to Hold Open Rehearsal, Free Concert for Public
An open rehearsal is a chance for the band to work on music with an audience, and an opportunity for audience members to hear the band preparing music for future performances.
Keauhou Man Charged With 16 Drug, Gun-Related Offenses
Prosecuting Attorney Kelden Waltjen announced on Friday several drug-related charges against a Keauhou man.
42 New COVID Cases Reported on Big Island
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 206 new COVID-19 cases Friday, bringing the statewide total to 86,522.
13-Year-Old Girl Struck by Vehicle in Waikoloa Dies
A Waikoloa teen is dead after she was struck by a car in Waikoloa Village on Thursday, Nov. 18.
NOAA Considers Marine Sanctuary Off Hawaiian Islands
The National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) announced Friday, Nov. 19, it is initiating the process to consider designating the marine portions of Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument as a national marine sanctuary.
High Bacteria Levels Detected at Honokohau Harbor
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health (DOH) is retesting Honokohau Harbor waters after high levels of bacteria were detected during routine beach monitoring.
Waimea Christmas Twilight Parade Set For Dec. 4
Drive through anytime between 6 pm to 9 pm and enjoy the “60’s Christmas” theme of the year with more than 60 holiday floats and lighted trucks parked along the route.
30 Years of Volcano Watch
David Clague, former HVO Scientist-In-Charge, initiated this series of weekly articles in late-1991.
Two Nēnē Killed by Vehicle on Maui, Following Similar Instances on Big Island
Paved roads resemble lava flows the birds’ ancestors evolved on and their large size makes it difficult for them to launch into flight quickly.
Hawaii Farmers Union United Hosting 11th Annual Convention in December
The convention is open to members and non-members from Hawaii and around the world.
QNHCH Webinar to Teach Stroke Treatment, Prevention
Queen’s North Hawai’i Community Hospital (QNHCH) is offering a free webinar on stroke treatment and prevention.
HPD Investigates Death of Teen Girl
Authorities are investigating the death of a 14-year-old girl in West Hawaiʻi.
Reported COVID-Related Deaths Approaches 1K Statewide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 226 new COVID-19 cases Thursday, bringing the statewide total to 86,316.
No Injuries Reported After Tour Van Catches Fire on Maunakea Access Road
No injuries were reported after a tour van caught fire about halfway up Maunakea Access Road last week, near the 13,803-foot summit.
‘Coffee With a Cop’ Scheduled in Kona This Week
Hawai‘i Police Department will host a “Coffee with a Cop” talk story session in Kona on Friday, Nov. 19.
HPD Seeks Big Island Runaway Missing More Than a Week
Hawaiʻi Island Police are asking for the public’s assistance in locating 17-year-old Makahiki I. Moala, who has been reported as a runaway.
Big Island to Open Kona Licensing Office Saturday to Address Backlog
The focus will continue to be on expired and expiring credentials only.
$5 Million Fund Opens to Help Residents of Big Island, Kaua‘i Pay Mortgages
The fund will provide homeowners with grants to prevent mortgage delinquencies, defaults and foreclosures.
Flood Advisory Issued For Several Areas on Big Island
Rain was falling at a rate of one to two inches per hour.
