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Weekly Road Closures: April 23-29
The state Department of Transportation released its road and lane closures for the week of April 23-29. Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.
Police Investigating Possible Drowning in Hōnaunau Bay
Hawai‘i Island police are actively investigating a possible drowning that occurred at Hōnaunau Bay – also known as “Two Step” – on Thursday afternoon, April 21.
Police Investigating Hilo Traffic Collision That Critically Injured Motorcyclist
The Hawai‘i Island police are investigating a traffic collision involving two vehicles that resulted in a motorcyclist being critically injured. The collision occurred on Thursday evening, April 21 at the intersection of Māmalahoa Highway, Highway 19, and Hau Street in the Wainaku area of Hilo.
Police Ask For Assistance Locating Missing Man From 2 Years Ago
Hawai‘i Island police are continuing their request for the public’s assistance in locating 46-year-old Derek Lee Aiona, who was reported missing two years ago.
Sen. Hirono Visits Big Island
Sen. Mazie K. Hirono visited the Big Island on Thursday, April 21, with a focus on lowering costs for working families and investing in Hawaiʻi communities.
Volcano Watch: It is Earth Day, My Earthlings
Earth Day was first established on April 22, 1970, to raise awareness of some of the harmful effects industrialization was having on the environment.
Kona Event Commemorates National Crime Victims’ Rights Week on Monday
On Monday, April 25 at 11 a.m., the Office of the Prosecuting Attorney will be kicking off the celebration by hosting a resource event, within the West Hawai‘i Civic Center.
Watch: From Maunakea to Haleakala, Chants Welcome Earth Day
On Earth Day 2022 at sunrise, groups across Hawai‘i gathered atop Hawaii island’s Maunakea and Maui’s Haleakala. They were joined by islanders and visitors who congregated in sacred Hawaiian spaces and places, urban centers and along the coastlines. All participated in a chant that began at 6:06 a.m. Hawaiian sunrise.
HPD Outstanding Warrant List: April 22
As of Friday, April 22, 2022, the following individuals are wanted by the Hawaiʻi Police Department because of outstanding warrants:
10 Soloists Vie for Top Title of Miss Aloha Hula
The Merrie Monarch hula competition kicked off Thursday night with Miss Aloha Hula at the Edith Kanakaʻole Stadium in Hilo.
Planning Commission Defers Extension Request for Subdivision Proposal off Ali‘i Drive
A developer looking to build a subdivision near Ali‘i Drive will have to meet with the Cultural Resource Commission to ensure there aren’t any concerns from that body pertaining to their plans to build a subdivision near Kahalu‘u before the project can move forward.
Merrie Monarch Arts and Crafts Fair Welcomes In-Person Vendors, Shoppers After 2-Year Hiatus
Smiles. Laughter. Hugs. ‘Ohana. Aloha. Even a few tears — of joy. And that was all before walking in.
Work to Begin for Hurricane Lane Damage Repairs Project
The construction of the Hurricane Lane Damage Repairs Project Construction work is planned to commence on April 25.
Hōʻike Night Returns to Stage as Merrie Monarch Festival is Now Underway
A limited live audience returned to the Edith Kanakaʻole Stadium Wednesday for the Merrie Monarch Hula Festival’s Hōʻike night.
Hōkūleʻa, Hikianalia Making Good Headway Toward Tahiti
The crews of voyaging canoes Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia and making strides on their way to Tahiti.
Council Postpones Decision on Proposed Fuel Tax Decrease
The fate of a measure that proposes some relief from higher prices at the gas pump is in limbo.
Sewer Repairs Necessitate Traffic Change on Part of Ali‘i Drive in Kona
Motorists and businesses in Kailua-Kona are being notified that sewer repair work will cause temporary traffic changes for portions of Ali‘i Drive.
Charges Dismissed Against Kona Man Initially Accused of Burglary
Charges against a Kailua-Kona man in connection to home burglaries that occurred in October 2019 have been dismissed.
Big Island Pain Doctor Convicted by Federal Jury to Various Drug Crimes
A federal jury found a former Waimea pain doctor connected to the Kealoha scandal on Oʻahu guilty of all 38 counts of drug-related crimes.
Crews Respond to Brush Fire Near Old Kona Airport
Makala Boulevard between Ross and Kuakini Highway in Kailua-Kona is closed due to a brush fire.
