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Join Hōkūleʻa, Hikanalia on Virtual Voyage to Tahiti
The crews of Hōkūleʻa and her sister canoe Hikanalia on their way to Tahiti and those at home can now follow their voyage virtually.
Highway 11 in Ka’ū Now Open
Police reported at 12:15 p.m. Tuesday that Highway 11, which was closed earlier due to a vehicle collision in Ka’u near the 28 mile marker, near the entrance to Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park, is now reopened.
Update: Water at Pālamanui Campus has Been Restored
The Hawaiʻi Community College campus at Pālamanui in Kailua-Kona is without water.
Fire Hydrant Flow Tests Scheduled Next Week
The county Department of Water Supply is notifying customers in two areas of the Big Island that it will conduct two fire hydrant flow tests next week.
15 Motorists Arrested for Driving Under the Influence
Big Island police continue their crackdown on motorists who drive under the influence of an intoxicant.
Highway 180 in Honalo Now Open
Highway 180 North of Kona Coffee Villas in Honalo reopened around 7:30 p.m.
Roth Attends Ocean Conference in Palau
Mayor Mitch Roth had the honor last week of representing Hawaiʻi during several pre-event functions at the Our Ocean Conference in Palau.
UH-Hilo, HCC See Record Graduation Rates Despite Pandemic
Two years and counting after the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, spring commencement ceremonies at the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo and Hawai‘i Community College are less than a month away.
Portion of Highway 180 in Holualoa Reopen After Being Closed Because of Fallen Tree, Powerlines
Highway 180 in Holualoa, 1/2 mile south of Bishop Road, is closed due to utility line on the roadway, the police department stated at 12:15 p.m. Monday, April 18.
Hōkūleʻa, Hikianalia Depart Hilo on Voyage to Tahiti
After several delays, Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia are finally on their way to Tahiti.
TSA: No More Mask Requirement on Planes, Public Transportation
The Transportation Security Administration is no longer enforcing the federal government’s mask mandate for travel after a federal judge in Florida struck down the CDC’s directive.
Police Ask For Help Finding Wanted Ka‘ū Man
Hawaiʻi Island police are asking for the public’s assistance locating 42-year-old Sham Freitas of Ka‘ū, who is wanted on several outstanding bench warrants and for questioning in connection with other criminal investigations.
UPDATE: Runaway Kona teen found safe
Authorities are seeking the public’s help locating a 15-year-old runaway.
Big Island Job Openings: Featured Positions for Week of April 17 – 23
Big Island Now’s featured jobs for the week of April 17 to 23, 2022.
Fire Hydrant Flow Test Scheduled on Ali‘i Drive in Kona
The county Department of Water Supply will conduct a fire hydrant flow test from midnight-1 a.m. Tuesday, April 19, on Ali‘i Drive in Kona.
Your Guide to Merrie Monarch Festival 2022
Merrie Monarch Festival moves forward with its regular presentation and 59th anniversary – after a cancellation in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and no live audience in 2021.
Some live audience will be allowed this year and only a fraction of tickets were sold to the public.
Federal Government Extends Mask Requirement For Public Transportation
Those who use and work in public transportation and transportation hubs will continue to be required to wear masks for at least another two weeks.
Fire Destroys Structure in Hawaiian Ocean View Estates
Big Island firefighters responded to a structure fire shortly after 9:30 a.m. Sunday, April 17, in Hawaiian Ocean View Estates.
County, Zonta Club Raise Awareness About Sexual Assault on Denim Day
The public is encouraged to wear jeans with a purpose on Wednesday, April 27, and show their support for sexual assault survivors.
UH-Hilo Researcher IDs Peptide Active Against Certain Cancers
A University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo professor and researcher is part of a team making strides in the fight against cancer.
