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Tropical Storm Warning Issued as Darby Approaches
Darby is now a tropical storm, and despite its weakening trend and forecast track keeping it to the south, the Big Island is likely to still see some impacts. The National Weather Service in Honolulu also issued a tropical storm warning for the state.
Hawaiʻi Pacific Parks Association Announces New Executive Director
A nonprofit association that partners with six national parks in Hawaiʻi and American Samoa is under new leadership.
Utility Work to Close Section of Likana Lane in Kona
A Kona roadway will need to be closed for part of next week for Hawaiian Electric crews to replace a utility pole.
KCH, Kohala Hospital Participate in RIMPAC Disaster Response Exercise
Kona Community Hospital and Kohala Hospital practiced their disaster response during the 28th Rim of the Pacific exercise.
Volcano Watch: What Is a Volcano?
What makes a volcano a volcano? This was the topic of a “Volcano Watch” article about 20 years ago. Recent questions from visitors suggest this remains a topic of great interest and deserves revisiting.
Darby Continues to Weaken on Westward Trek South of Big Island
Hurricane Darby is forecast to continue weakening as it makes its westward trek to the south of the Big Island, according to the 5 p.m. advisory from the Central Pacific Hurricane Center on Thursday, July 14.
Kalanianaole Ave. Nighttime Work Hours Extended
In an update Thursday, July 14, HDOT stated that work hours will be changed to 7 p.m. to 5 a.m. starting tonight after coordination with area businesses. The lengthened nighttime closure will help construction.
Alakaʻina Foundation Invests Additional $660K in UH Programs
A Native Hawaiian organization based in Honolulu is investing more in University of Hawaiʻi programs and students.
Midweek Power Outage Affects More Than 2,000 Customers in Hilo
More than 2,000 electric customers in a portion of Hilo were without power for nearly two hours Wednesday night, July 13, because of a tree falling on power lines.
Preliminary Hearing Scheduled for Hilo Man Accused of Assaulting Elderly Victim
A Hilo District Court judge maintained bail on a 27-year-old man accused of beating an elderly man in downtown Hilo earlier this week.
HI-EMA Activates State Emergency Operations Center to Monitor Hurricane Darby
The state is monitoring Hurricane Darby after the now Category 2 and weakening storm crossed into the Central Pacific overnight.
New Line for Help: Dial 988 for Direct Mental Health, Substance Use Crisis Resources
On Saturday, July 16, Hawaiʻi will adopt the national 988-dialing code for direct access to mental health and substance use crisis resources.
Civil Defense: Darby Forecast to Pass South of Big Island Saturday
Hawai‘i County Civil Defense reports that Hurricane Darby is expected to pass south of the Big Island this weekend.
30-Year Kohala Business Looking at Bankruptcy After Local Bank Calls in PPP Loan
A North Hawai‘i business is on the verge of closing for good because it is being required to pay back a Payroll Protection Program loan a Waimea bank issued them during the onset of the pandemic.
Wildfire Within Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park 90% Contained
A wildfire within Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park is nearly completely contained after days of battling the blaze.
Sovereign Council of Hawaiian Homestead Associations Policy Summit Scheduled July 23
A coalition focused on serving the Native Hawaiian community will convene later this month to discuss plans for funds recently appropriated to the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands for waitlist beneficiaries.
Candle Flame Suspected Cause of Pāhoa Structure Fire
No injuries were reported following a structure fire in Pāhoa Wednesday evening.
Hilo Woman’s Club Awards Scholarships to 2 Ambitions Young Women
A Big Island women’s organization is helping two East Hawai’i residents accomplish their goals.
Veterans Court Celebrates Sole Graduate at 20th Commencement
The Big Island Veterans Treatment Court in Kona celebrated its 20th commencement earlier this week by honoring its sole graduate David Riehle.
Hurricane Darby Becomes Major Hurricane Again But Still Expected to Weaken
Hurricane Darby re-intensified Wednesday, July 13, but is still expected to weaken during the next few days.
