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Kamehameha Schools New Program Will Help Local Agricultural Businesses
Kamehameha Schools (KS) has launched a new agricultural competition to help established local farms and food system organizations grow their businesses. The competition, named Mahi‘ai Scale-up, is a component of KS’ Mahi‘ai a Ola program, which seeks to improve Hawai‘i’s food resiliency and security. The competition invites established farmers, distributors, processors and aggregator to submit proposals […]
DOH Reports Another Day of Triple-Digit COVID Numbers
Hawai‘i’s two-week average remains above 180 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of approximately 3.3%.
Lava Fountaining Slows in Halemaʻumaʻu Crater
As of this morning, the west vents showed low fountaining that fed lava flows and channels from the top of small cones plastered on the northwest wall of Halemaʻumaʻu crater into the lake.
No, Nursing Homes Are Not Entitled to Your Stimulus Check
Talk with management of the facility and make sure you or a family member receive the payment.
Police Seek Public’s Help Locating Missing Hilo Woman
Hawai‘i Police are requesting the public’s help in locating a 31-year-old Hilo woman.
Rocky Planet Discovered Orbiting Ancient Star
University of Hawai‘i astronomers using the WM Keck Observatory on Maunakea have discovered an ancient rocky planet in Earth’s home galaxy.
Coastal Flooding Expected Through Thursday
High astronomical tides and higher than predicted ocean water levels will combine to produce nuisance coastal flooding through Thursday morning.
Resurfacing Work to Disrupt Hilo Traffic Over Coming Weeks
Work is scheduled between the hours of 8 a.m. and 2 p.m., weather conditions permitting.
Mayor Roth Recovering at HMC After Suffering a Heart Attack
Mayor Mitch Roth remains at Hilo Medical Center where he is recovering after suffering a heart attack on Saturday evening in South Kohala.
Lava Flowing Stronger from West Vents in Halemaʻumaʻu Crater
Lava activity remains confined to Halemaʻumaʻu with lava erupting from vents on the northwest side of the crater.
DOH Reports 172 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 172 new cases of coronavirus Monday, raising the statewide total to 23,513. No new COVID-related fatalities were reported.
House Introduces Article of Impeachment Against President Trump
A House vote on impeachment could come as early as Wednesday.
2 Hilo Beach Parks Closed Due to High Surf Advisory
The high surf advisory has been extended to 6 p.m. tonight.
Flags to Fly Half-Staff Through Wednesday
At the direction of the President of the United States of America, Gov. David Ige has ordered that the United States flag and the Hawai‘i state flag will be flown at half-staff.
Car Crash in HPP Leaves 1 Person Dead
Authorities are investigating a single-vehicle crash in Hawaiian Paradise Park subdivision Jan. 9 that left one person dead.
Hawai‘i to Receive More Than $95 Million in COVID Aid
The money is part of a new round of federal funding to support the state’s COVID-19 mitigation programs.
High Surf Advisory Extended For Big Island
A high surf warning means large breaking surf, significant shore break, and dangerous currents that could cause significant injury or death.
COVID Surge Continues, as Big Island Tops 2,000 Confirmed Cases
Hawai‘i’s two-week average has now increased to 175 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 3.3%.
