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Parker School Student Among Artists Selected to International Art and Design Digital Exhibit
An 11th grader at Parker School was chosen for inclusion in the 2020 College Board Advanced Placement (AP) Art and Design Digital Exhibit.
DOH Reports 64 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 64 new cases of coronavirus Saturday, raising the statewide total to 28,208
Special Marine Warning Issued for Big Island Waters
The National Weather Service issued a special marine warning for leeward, southeast and windward waters around the Big Island until 1 p.m.
Surf to Rise Rapidly Around Big Island Saturday
The National Weather Service has issued a high surf advisory for the Big Island through the weekend.
Women in Space Exploration Talk Series Free to Public Next Week
The public is invited to attend the 2nd WiSE (Women in Space Exploration) Talks series organized by PISCES during spring break, March 15-19.
Flash Flood Advisory Issued for W. Hawai‘i
A National Weather Service has issued a flash flood advisory for the South Kohala and North and South Kona Districts.
Hawai´i Identifies First 3 “Breakthrough” Cases of COVID-19
The Hawai´i Department of Health (DOH) on Friday noted the state’s first three “breakthrough” cases of coronavirus, which isn’t so positive a term as it sounds.
Numbers Game: Anti-COVID Restriction Advocates Challenge Hawaii’s Reasoning, Right to Enforce Safety Protocol
A small but vocal group of Hawai´i citizens on the Big Island have waved signs and sent emails over the last several months, calling for an end to mask-wearing mandates and COVID-19 restrictions in general.
More Snow in Store For Big Island Summits
The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for Big Island summits from 6 am to 6 pm on Saturday.
Flash Flood Watch For All of Big Island Extended Into Weekend
The National Weather Service has issued a flash flood watch for the entirety of the Big Island through Saturday afternoon.
Letter to the Editor: Tax Hikes Are Poor Solution To Hawaii Budget Crisis
“The Hawai´i Senate recently passed Senate Bill 56 that proposes to raise the income tax on people earning over $200,000 per year from 11% to 16%.”
Rising COVID Case Trend Creeping Back Into Big Island Numbers
Coronavirus cases have been climbing steadily on the Big Island over the last week, approaching or eclipsing double-digit tallies daily.
More COVID-19 Vaccines Headed to Health Centers Statewide to Help Underserved Communities
The Hāmākua-Kohala Health Center is one of 12 health centers statewide selected to participate in a COVID-19 vaccine program aimed at providing more vaccines to those disproportionately impacted by the virus.
HPD Seeks Public’s Help Finding 2 Ka‘ū residents Wanted on Outstanding Warrants
Hawaiʻi Police is asking for the public’s assistance in locating two Ka‘ū residents who are wanted on outstanding warrants.
HPD Outstanding Warrants: March 12, 2021
Hawai‘i Police Department released its weekly outstanding warrants list.
PTA Convoy Schedule For March
Pōhakuloa Training Area has scheduled several military convoys this month.
HPD Searching For Big Island Runaway
Big Island police are asking for public assistance to locate a 15-year-old runaway.
