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Deadline is Oct. 24 to provide feedback about relocating UH telescope to Hale Pōhaku
The UH Hilo teaching telescope now is undergoing decommissioning at the summit of Maunakea that is scheduled to be completed in 2023.
New educational shark signs installed around the state’s harbors and ramps
New signs regarding a new law that protects sharks were installed this past week throughout the state’s 40 harbors, ramps, and state facilities. On Jan. 1, the new law reminds fishers that it’s illegal to intentionally capture, entangle or kill a shark in Hawai‘i State waters. The eight to 12 signs were installed by the […]
Pahala post office reopens 1 week after quake forced closure due to damage
The Pahala Post Office reopens for business after damages sustained during an earthquake a week ago forced them to close the retail lobby.
Souza, Cruz named KTA Super Stores Superstars of the Week
KTA highlights one male and one female Vulcan athlete each week for their standout performances the prior week.
What to know about Mauna Loa? Civil Defense, Volcano Observatory hosting public information session
A public information session about Mauna Loa will be held on Oct. 22 at the Ocean View Community Center from 1 to 3 p.m.
Pilot program established to help Parks and Rec maintain county parks
To address the employee shortage within the Parks and Recreation’s maintenance division, the Hawai’i County Council on Wednesday unanimously approved a new on-call pilot program.
ALERT: Hawaiian Electric asks Big Island customers to reduce electricity use
Customers are asked to reduce their power usage from 5-9 p.m. tonight.
EPA enforces closure of three illegal large capacity cesspools on the Big Island
Enforcement action has been taken to close one illegal cesspool at Power Self Storage-Kuakini in Kailua-Kona and two cesspools at Wailuku Professional Plaza in Hilo.
UH-Hilo women’s soccer remains at No. 9 in national rankings
UH-Hilo also remains at the No. 2 spot in the West Region rankings.
Next Foodie Trek event with Mayor Roth this week
These monthly events are intended to encourage a healthy lifestyle while giving folks the chance to chat with the mayor about anything and everything Big Island.
Hawai‘i police renews request for help locating missing elderly Hilo man
Authorities are renewing their request for help in locating Charles Bruce Graves who hasn’t been heard or seen from since May 17, 2021.
Hawai‘i police ID motorcyclist killed in Hilo crash
Authorities have identified a man killed in a two-vehicle traffic crash in Hilo on Sunday as Hilo resident Ryan Miras.
Single-vehicle crash in Pāhoa leaves 1 woman dead
A single-vehicle crash in Pāhoa left a 49-year-old woman dead late Wednesday evening.
Hilo International Airport to lose last direct flight to U.S. Mainland
On Jan. 7, 2023, United Airline is cutting its Hilo to Los Angeles service, leaving Hilo International Airport with only inter-island flights.
Hawaiʻi County Council approves proposals and priorities for 2023 State Legislature
The Hawai‘i County Council is making sure its voice is heard during the upcoming session of the Hawai‘i State Legislature.
Public unhappy with Hawai’i Police’s operation of Animal Control Services
Animal Control Services Director Regina Serrano said the agencyʻs mission is to protect public safety and deal with animal cruelty not population control.
Above-average rainfall expected for Hawaiʻi’s wet season, October – April
The state’s overall outlook for the upcoming wet season is for above-average rainfall, but there is a possibility of drought continuing on the leeward areas of the Big Island.
How will inflation help lower federal taxes in 2023 tax year for many Americans?
The Internal Revenue Service today announced the tax year 2023 annual inflation adjustments for more than 60 tax provisions, including the tax rate schedules and other tax changes, which will result in lower taxes for many Americans.
Weekly COVID update: Big Island sees spike in new infections
The state Department of Health reported 2,211 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, Oct. 19, bringing the statewide total to 360,490. Three new fatalities were reported. Big Island saw a spike in new infections from 89 last week 372 this week. A map documenting new cases by district throughout all islands can be accessed at the DOH […]
