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48 New Cases Statewide
Hawai‘i’s two-week average is 53 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of .9%.
Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center Hosts Free Talk
This month’s speaker is Catherine Lampton on the topic “Meet Your Listening Brain and How to Be Around Others that Think Differently.”
Temporary Water Shutoff Set For South Hilo
Upon resumption of water service, the waterlines will be flushed and cleaned, during which time those affected may notice turbid and/or discolored water.
Letter to the Editor: State Should Fully Commit to Highway Widening Project in Kona
“The work could be phased as funds become available.”
NWS Issues Big Island Wind Advisory
Winds this strong will make driving difficult. Motorists should use extra caution.
Health Dept. Reports 71 New COVID Cases
Hawai‘i’s two-week average is 56 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.1%.
High Surf Warning in Effect For Big Island
Expect strong breaking waves, shore break, and strong longshore and rip currents making swimming difficult and dangerous.
Turtles Worldwide Vulnerable Due to Climate Change, Habitat Loss
Climate change and habitat destruction have left turtles worldwide vulnerable, according to a recent study by a University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa researcher published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.
Eviction Moratorium Extended Another 60 Days
Gov. David Ige has issued an 18th emergency proclamation for COVID-19, extending the eviction moratorium for another 60 days.
Police Seek Public’s Help Finding Missing Kona Man
Hawai‘i Police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a 26-year-old Kona man who’s been reported missing.
Big Island Reports 5 New COVID-19 Cases
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 70 new cases of coronavirus Friday, raising the statewide total to 26,743. One new COVID-related death was reported.
HPD Outstanding Warrants List: Feb. 12, 2021
Hawai‘i Police Department released its outstanding warrants list for Feb. 12, 2021.
United Airlines Announces New Nonstop Flights to Hawai‘i
United Airlines will offer its first-ever nonstop service between Chicago and Kona starting this summer.
Recently Located Runaway Disappears Again, HPD Reports
A runaway teen recently found in good health has disappeared again.
Wind Advisory Issued for Big Island Summits
A wind advisory is in effect for Big Island summits till 6 a.m. Saturday.
HPD Seeks Public’s Help Finding Missing Kona Man
Hawai‘i Police are seeking the public’s help in locating 55-year-old Kailua-Kona last seen on Jan. 21 at 4 p.m. on Kalani Street.
Application Deadline for HMSA Kaimana Scholarships
Students must submit scholarship applications by Feb. 26, 2021.
VOLCANO WATCH: Ken Hon Returns to HVO as Scientist-in-Charge
The next USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory (HVO) Scientist-in-Charge (SIC) has been named, and it’s a name that Island of Hawai‘i residents may be familiar with—Dr. Ken Hon. Ken will be the 21st Scientist-in-Charge filling a position originally created by Thomas A. Jaggar, who founded HVO in 1912 and directed it until 1940. Ken follows recent […]
