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Overdue Hiker Found in Kalapana Gardens
An overdue hiker was found confused walking in a lava field in the area of Piilani Road and Kalapana Gardens.
Fire Destroys Building in Moa‘ula Farm Area
A fire in the Moa’ula Farm Area destroyed a 1400-square-foot agriculture storage building on Monday, April 20.
Volcano Community Voices Fear, Anger After Reported Sex Assault
A reported sexual assault outside a Volcano home has left the community fearing for their safety.
Tourists’ Vehicle Struck By Possible Bullet on Drive to Hanalei
Cindi and David Pittman were headed to Hanalei by way of Highway 56, approximately 15 minutes outside of Princeville, after a long day of travel when they heard the thud of some heavy projectile slam into the rear passenger side door.
Hawai´i Inter-Island Travel Exception On The Way For Vaccinated Residents
Governor David Ige on Tuesday announced that a travel exception is coming soon for fully-vaccinated individuals who received their shot(s) in Hawai´i.
Woman Suffers Minor Injuries After Reported Shark Attack
A 57-year-old woman suffered minor injuries after a suspected shark attack in Kukio Bay this morning, April 20.
Water Tank Construction, Maintenance Scheduled in Puʻukapu
Water tank construction and maintenance is scheduled for Puʻukapu Non-Potable Water System.
Prosecutors Defer to Court on Visitor’s Request to Return to Mainland
Hawai‘i County Office of the Prosecuting Attorney is deferring to the court after a Pennsylvania man, accused of manslaughter, requested to return to the US Mainland.
Governor Releases Nearly $300 Million in CIP Funds
Gov. David Ige announced the state released more than $278 million for Capital Improvement Projects (CIPs) in the month of March to fund critical public infrastructure projects across the State of Hawai‘i. Monies released on the Big Island include those for improvements at various schools and airport facilities, among others. Statewide: March 2021 Project Name […]
Vaccine Eligibility Extends to All 16 and Older Across Hawaii
Information about who is eligible for which vaccines, as well as how to register, is available.
Big Island, State Report Fewer COVID Cases Monday
The state’s two-week average is 83 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.6%.
DHHL Offers Rent With Option-To-Purchase Homes on Hawaiʻi Island
In addition to the development in Kealakehe, DHHL is in the process of developing several other Hawaiʻi Island projects.
HPD Locates Another Big Island Runaway
The Hawai‘i Police Department has reported another teenaged runaway has been found on the Big Island.
Arboretum Accreditation, Tree Recognition for UH Mānoa Campus
The natural beauty of the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa campus has been honored, again.
UH Hilo Researches Using Sugarcane to Make Jet Fuel
Field trials growing different varieties of sugarcane at the UH Hilo Agricultural Farm Laboratory.
Hilo Zontians Host Virtual ‘Magnificent Me’ Conference
The 2021 virtual conference is open to Hawai‘i Island girls in grades 6 to 8.
Workspace and Distant Learning Center Opens
Open House participants will tour the space, learn about its features, and be treated to mea`ai, courtesy of the Ironman Foundation.
Over 100 New Cases
Ten new cases of the virus were identified on the Big Island Saturday, per DOH statistics.
Cancelation of the 2021 Molokai Hoe and Na Wahine O Ke Kai
The early decision to cancel pre-season and regatta seasons for most canoe racing associations around the state were a result of the restrictions set forth by the individual counties.
