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Weekly Road Closures: July 16-22
The state Department of Transportation issued its weekly list of road and lane closures for July 16-22. Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice.
Darby to Bring High Surf, Rain to Big Island as it Passes South
The Big Island’s fight against cancer will continue — tropical storm or not.
County, State Close Beach Parks Ahead of High Surf For Southern Shores
High surf and rough ocean conditions forecast this weekend have led the county to close beach parks along the Big Island’s south-facing shores.
Convicted Felon Sentenced to Prison for Firearm Possession During Drug Crime
A convicted felon on Oahu was sentenced to 80 months in prison for firearm possession during a drug crime.
Former County Employee Charged in Multi-Million Dollar Affordable Housing Scheme
A former employee of the county Office of Housing and Community Development is facing federal charges for allegedly taking nearly $2 million in bribes and kickbacks to influence affordable housing projects in West Hawai‘i.
Police Investigate Threat at HCC Manono Campus
Big Island police are investigating following a bomb call to the Hawai‘i Community College Manono Campus in Hilo.
Single Lane Closure for Honokaʻa-Waipiʻo Road Planned July 27
The Department of Water Supply, County of Hawaiʻi, will be working on Honokaʻa-Waipiʻo Road near the 5.5-mile mark from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., on Wednesday, July 27 to install a new
water service lateral. One alternating lane with traffic control will remain open throughout the installation.
Big Island Woman Killed in North Kona Crash
A Big Island woman has died following a crash in North Kona.
Wildfire Within HVNP Now 95% Contained
The Power Line wildfire within Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park is 95% contained as of Thursday, July 15, and remains at 42.5 acres in size.
HPD Weekly Outstanding Warrants: July 15, 2022
Hawai‘i police release weekly outstanding warrants list.
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.
