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Elderly Puna Woman in Critical Condition Following ‘Vicious’ Dog Attack
The two dogs were captured by Animal Control and remain at a secure location.
Flood Advisory Issued For Big Island Into Monday Night
This advisory may need to be extended if flooding persists.
DOH Reports 539 New Cases as Delta Variant Surges on
The state’s two-week average is now 652 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 7.5%.
HPD Trying to Identify Unknown Fraud Suspect
Police ask anyone with information regarding this investigation to call the department immediately.
La´i´ōpua 2020 Will Use Grant to Help Kealakehe High School Students
La´i´ōpua 2020 is one of 194 organizations statewide chosen to receive a portion of the $7 million in funding made available.
Fire Crews Wrap Up Latest Big Island Brush Fire
The blaze was initially reported Friday afternoon near the 48 mile-marker Daniel K. Inouye Highway.
Officer Caldwell-Kaai Honored
During his short tenure, Officer Caldwell-Kaai has distinguished himself with his steadfast determination in tracking down individuals with outstanding warrants.
Puna Residents Invited to Join Resilience Action Teams
Examples of projects led by Action Teams include establishing resilience hubs (social/economic), invasive species mitigation and native forest restoration (natural environment), protecting wahi kūpuna (cultural), and restarting the Pahoa Village Master Plan process (built environment).
Seeking Vendor for Golf Course Restaurant
Interested vendors must submit their intent to bid by 2 p.m. on Aug. 26, 2021, and final bids must be submitted by 2 p.m. on Sept. 7, 2021.
Hawai‘i Land Trust Receives $50,000
To date, Hawaiʻi Land Trust has protected more than 21,500 acres of land throughout the Islands – 2,100 acres are
Hawaiʻi Land Trust owned public preserves open for everyone to enjoy, and over 19,000 acres are protected via
conservation easements restricting privately owned lands. HILT protects coastlines, wahi kupuna (Hawaiian cultural landscapes), and lands that grow healthy food for Hawaiʻi’s people..
Pōhāhā I Ka Lani Recieves Grant from OHA
Response Grant is to serve the Native Hawaiian lāhui in alignment with the strategic foundations, directions, and outcomes of 15-year Mana i Mauli Ola Strategic Plan.
Almost 900 New Cases
A total of 3,030 individuals have been hospitalized as a result of COVID-19 infection since the pandemic began, while at least 552 have died.
Closures at Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park
For further information contact the Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park visitor center at 326-9057.
County to Spray for Fire Ants at Old Kona Airport Park
The gates at the Old Kona Airport Park will not open in the morning on Wednesday, Aug. 18, and will remain closed for at least a half day.
Saddle Road to Remain Closed Through Saturday Night as Brush Fire Burns on
Crews will remain on scene through Saturday night.
State, County Officials Say Hawai´i Headed For Healthcare Disaster
Hawai´i’s healthcare system already hit its tipping point. Now, officials say, it has passed it.
COVID Vaccination Clinic Scheduled for Students at UH Hilo
The University of Hawaiʻi is offering free COVID-19 vaccination clinic on Thursday, Aug. 19 at UH Hilo.
COVID-19 Testing for Saturday, Aug. 14
COVID-19 testing and vaccination are scheduled in Hilo, Waimea and Kona today, Aug. 14.
