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County Seeking Input on Code Amendments
Community members can provide input to Public Works Building Division staff regarding possible amendments with justifications before it is submitted to the County Council Public Works and Mass Transit Committee for review until June 5.
Mayor Clarifies Use of Parks, Pools and Group Sporting Activities in New Rule
Mayor Kim issued an Emergency Rule on Friday that reopens certain parks and recreational facilities, including all rodeo areas, the Hilo Drag Strip and the Hilo Skeet Range.
Hawai‘i County to Open DMV for Limited In-Person Services
The first phase of reopening the Division of Vehicle Registration and Licensing offices will begin June. 1.
Big Island Weekly Lane Closures: May 30-June 5
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announced weekly road and lane closures for the week of May 30 to June 5.
HFD Rescues Injured Cliff Jumper
Responders placed the patient on a spine board and extricated her to the bridge by helicopter using a long line and an attendant.
Enrollment for Summer Fun Program to Open Next Month
Hawaii County’s 2020 Summer Fun Program is slated to begin on June 15.
Sentenced Prison Population New Focus on Inmate Reduction
More than 800 inmates have been released from Hawai‘i’s prisons and jails in an effort to avoid a breakout amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
DOH Reports 3 New Cases Statewide Second Day in a Row
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health reports three new COVID-19 cases for the second day in a row, bringing the statewide total to 649. All cases were identified on O‘ahu.
Suspension of In-Person Services Extended for County DEM Services
The Department of Environmental Management administration offices will be extending the suspension of all in-person services through June 30 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
No Active COVID-19 Cases on the Big Island, Officials Report
There are no longer any active COVID-19 cases on the Big Island, officials confirmed this morning.
Big Island Weekend Lane Closures: May 29-31
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announced weekend lane closures for May 29-31.
Māmalahoa Highway to Undergo Road-Widening in Waimea
Traffic will be reduced to one alternating lane of travel while crews continue to work on roading widening project to Māmalahoa Highway.
Big Island to Reopen to Most Businesses, Activities by June 1
The Big Island will soon be back in business — for the most part.
Ige Plans to Extend 14-Day Quarantine for Mainland, International Travelers
Gov. David Ige plans to extend the 14-day quarantine for transpacific and international travelers beyond June 30.
DOH Reports 3 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reports three new COVID-19 cases bringing the state total to 647.
DWS Suspension of In-Person Services Extended
The Department of Water Supply (DWS), County of Hawai‘i has extended the suspension of in-person payment collections and customer service inquiries through June 30.
Efforts Ongoing in Providing Extensions for Expiring Driver’s Licenses
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation is working with the Governor’s Office to provide a blanket extension for all driver’s licenses, state identification cards and instruction permits to the end of September to reduce the need for people to gather at driver’s license centers.
Paʻauilo, Waiea Transfer Stations Closed Due to Staff Shortage
The Paʻauilo and Waiea Transfer Stations are closed today due to a shortage of manpower and are scheduled to reopen on May 30.
Kealakehe High to Offer Grab-and-Go Meals Starting June 8
The Hawai‘i State Department of Education (HIDOE) Grab-and-Go school meals program will be extended at select meal sites for an extra four days beyond the end of the school year on May 28 and transition to the summer meal program, which runs through July 17.
