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Big Island Weekend Closures: Aug. 7-9
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announced weekend road and lane closures for Aug. 7-9.
Damaged Water Pumping Station Forces Restrictions in Hilo
The Department of Water Supply issued a water restriction notice for all its South Hilo customers in the vicinity of Kaiwiki Road after a fallen tree damaged a water pumping station.
South Kohala District Court to Reopen Aug. 18
The South Kohala District Court, which has been closed since Aug. 4 due to an employee testing positive for COVID-19, will reopen on Aug. 18.
Several Downed Utility Poles Close Hilo Roads
The Wainaku Street between Kauila Street and Pua Street/Hau Lane is closed in both directions due to several downed utility poles.
Interisland Travel Quarantine Reinstated, as Restrictions Return in Force to O‘ahu
For now, restrictions remain isolated to O‘ahu, though worsening case counts on neighbor islands could bring about renewed restrictions of their own.
Police Search For Man Wanted in Connection With Stolen Vehicles
Anyone who may have information about his whereabouts is asked to call the department’s non-emergency number at (808) 935-3311.
UPDATED: DOH Identifies 152 New Coronavirus Cases Amid Delayed Reporting
The total case count Thursday was significantly lower than in recent days but is expected to rise.
CARES Act Funding Available Soon For Residents, Businesses
Participating credit unions will provide up to $10,000 to small businesses and nonprofits for unduplicated gap funding to support core operations, safe on-going and reopening costs, PPE, and training and technical assistance.
Big Island Animal Control Activities Announced
The DLNR Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW) will conduct wild animal control operations in August and September.
Laupāhoehoe Woman Dies of Natural Causes After Pāpaʻikou Car Crash
A Laupāhoehoe woman died of natural causes after crashing her vehicle head-on into the Kaʻieʻie storm bridge guardrail on Highway 19.
Kea‘akaukau Stream Bridge Closed For Repairs
Although the bridge will be closed, there will be minimal impact to road traffic.
Hawai‘i Death Toll Due to COVID-19 Now 29, DOH Reports
Two O‘ahu residents are the 28th and 29th casualties of COVID-19 in Hawai‘i, the Department of Health confirmed this morning.
Voter Service Centers Offer Options For Those Who Miss Mail-In Deadline
Election Day in Hawai‘i is fast approaching, and several options remain for those who have yet to cast and submit their ballots.
Thermal Temperature Screening Equipment Active in Hawai‘i Airports
Passengers are now able to deplane the aircraft without stopping.
Traveling Physician, Nurse Meant For KCH Test Positive For Coronavirus
The two employees, a locum physician and a nurse traveler, tested positive during mandatory pre-employment testing prior to beginning work at the hospital.
Deputy Sheriff Tests Positive for COVID-19 on O‘ahu
A deputy sheriff with Hawai‘i Department of Safety has tested positive for COVID-19, officials announced Wednesday.
Statewide Virtual Job Fair Set For Next Week
The job fair is free for attendees/job seekers and will connect job seekers and employers one-on-one.
HFD Battalion Chief Tests Positive for COVID-19
A Hawai‘i Fire Department Battalion Chief assigned to the 2nd Battalion headquartered at the Waikoloa Fire Station has tested positive for COVID-19.
Hawaiian Electric to Conduct Aerial Line Inspections
Hawaiian Electric will be conducting its quarterly aerial inspections of major overhead transmission lines next week.
Crisis Support Hotline Expanded to Include Mental Health, Substance Use Services
The Department of Health, in partnership with the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa Myron B. Thompson School of Social Work, has expanded its hotline for crisis support to include access to mental health resources and substance use treatment services.
