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Heavy Rain Results in Wasterwater Discharge from Papaikou Wastewater Treatment Plant
Approximately 400,000 gallons of wastewater was discharged in waters fronting the Papaikou Wastewater Treatment Plant.
DOH Reports 42 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 42 new cases of coronavirus Friday, raising the statewide total to 27,977.
Flood Advisory Issued for East Hawai‘i Till 2 P.M.
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flood Advisory for Hawai‘i County until 2 p.m.
HPD Renews Request for Help Locating Missing Kona Man
Hawai’i Police are renewing their request for the public’s assistance in locating a 26-year-old Kona man who was reported missing on Feb. 12, 2021.
Nominations Sought for Maunakea Working Group
Lawmakers are seeking nominations for participants in the Maunakea working group.
Winter Weather Advisory in Effect for Big Island Summits
A winter weather advisory is in effect for Big Island summits until 6 a.m. Wednesday.
Flash Flood Watch in Effect Till Wednesday, All Roads Currently Open
A flash flood watch is still in effect island-wide through Wednesday.
Department of Agriculture Accepting Applications for Micro-Grants
The Micro-Grants for Food Security Program provides support for small-scale gardening, herding and livestock operations.
Mauna Loa Road Closures Begins
Mauna Loa Road, Hilina Pali Road, the Kīpukapuaulu turnabout and Nāmakanipaio Campground and cabin access roads will all experience closures.
Flood Advisory Stretches on, Bayfront Drive Closed
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended a flood advisory for Hawai´i County until 10:15 pm Monday night.
Authorities Seek Missing Big Island Woman
Big Island authorities police are searching for 30-year-old Marina Cortez, who has been reported missing.
VIDEO: Maui Braces For Dam’s ‘Imminent Failure’ Among Heavy Rains
Evacuations are underway in Maui as a community braces for the “imminent failure” of the Kaupakalua Dam.
Police Hunt For Hilo Man
Police caution members of the public not to approach Unea and to immediately contact police.
Mayor Roth Expands Outdoor Gathering Limits
Hawaiʻi County Mayor Mitch Roth is rolling back some COVID-19 restrictions.
Housing Choice Voucher Program Applications Accepted Soon
Applications will be accepted Mar. 15 until April 30, 2021.
Free ‘Parenting in the Pandemic’ Workshop
The Konawaena Elementary School PTA is offering a “Parenting in the Pandemic” workshop this week for any and all parents who wish to attend.
Flood Advisory Issued For Much of East Hawai´i
A flash flood watch also remain in effect for the entire Big Island through at least Tuesday evening.
Vaccinated? CDC Says You Can Begin Taking Some of Your Life Back
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released new guidance Monday, saying that those who are fully vaccinated may congregate in small, private settings without masks.
