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Hawaiʻi state legislators give back through annual Easter Basket Drive for those in need
The donations collected during 27th drive come at a particularly important time following the two kona lows that slammed into the state during the past 2 weeks and will help support organizations on the front lines responding to increased needs.
Hawai‘i National Guard continues support for communities hit hard by kona low
The Guard continues working with each of the state’s counties and Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency for any future requests for assistance.
South Kona school closures extended following damaging storm
The schools were damaged during the Kona low storm that occurred on March 14, when properties in Ka‘ū and South Kona were flooded and damaged.
Present, future caregivers can register for free workshop in Keaʻau this weekend
Several speakers are scheduled to give invaluable tips on brain aging and caregiving resources in Hawaiʻi County at Keaʻau Community Center this Saturday.
Water use restriction remains in place for South Kohala customers as work on well continues
Customers are required to continue to reduce water use by 25%, and irrigation customers are also required to reduce water use by at least 25%.
Tourism officials report most visitor services operating, most areas and attractions reopen
Visitors are advised, however, to continue checking official county and state resources while confirming ahead of time directly with activity providers; officials also offer several updates and resources to find additional information.
Less than 1% of Hawaiian Electric customers throughout state remain without power
Just more than 1,400 customers statewide, including about 1,200 mainly in Puna and South Hilo, remained without power as of Tuesday afternoon, March 24.
Hawai‘i County seeks contractor to offer concessions at Gilbert Kahele Recreation Area
Mayor Kimo Alameda says ‘this is an exciting opportunity’ at the park off Daniel K. Inouye Highway, also known as Saddle Road, ‘that can benefit many people in our community’ and ‘has the potential to be a great business opportunity.’
Kona Palisades green removal program to help eradicate coconut rhinoceros beetle
Residents can place their yard waste at the curb for collection between late April and May 4 as part of a program to reduce wildfire risk and remove breeding grounds for coconut rhinoceros beetle.
UPDATE: Flood watch canceled for Big Island
Forecasters with National Weather Service forecast office in Honolulu report flooding is no longer expected to pose a threat to Hawaiʻi County; only advisory still in effect until 6 a.m. Wednesday, March 25, is small craft advisory for all islands.
Kawamoto Pool closed after lightning storm damages pool pump
Repairs are anticipated to take at least two weeks; meanwhile, scheduled programs have been relocated to NAS Swimming Pool.
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory data outage impairs eruption forecasting
The forecast window for episode 44 of the Halemaʻumaʻu eruption is between April 3 and 13.
Hawaiʻi congressional delegation seek federal support for disaster recovery
The state’s congressional delegation urges President Trump to approve Gov. Josh Green’s request for a disaster declaration, essential for crucial federal aid for recovery.
U.S. Sen. Hirono concerned over the backlog of civil rights cases in public schools
Sen Mazie Hirono and fellow democrats have raised concerns about the U.S. Department of Education’s targeting of transgender student protections and diversity and inclusion programs.
Hawaiʻi governor requests presidential disaster declaration for devastating Kona low storms
The two storms, which began on March 10 and March 19, brought catastrophic flooding, landslides, infrastructure damage and emergency evacuations across multiple Hawaiian islands .
Big Island man facing charges after threatening 2 people with a firearm, police say
The two separate incidents occurred in the North Kona District on Sunday.
University of Hawaiʻi seeks support for students, faculty impacted by severe flooding
The University of Hawaiʻi Foundation is rallying the state to help fundraise for relief for students, faculty, and staff affected by the flooding that caused over $1 billion in damages.
Hawaiʻi State Energy Office admission to longtime errors cause concern
Hawaiʻi State Energy Office admitted to omitting the costs of importing liquefied natural gas fuel, turning purported savings for consumers into almost $1 billion in losses.
Alternating, one-lane traffic will be in place on portion of Highway 130 today
Expect delays on Keaʻau-Pāhoa Road (Highway 130) from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. today due to trench paving by the Hawaiʻi County Department of Water Supply.
Relief program to help farmers, ranchers impacted by Kona low storms
Ranches and agricultural businesses impacted by the recent storm systems can apply for one-time grants of $1,500 until Friday, March 27.
