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ChildcareChildcare Operations Reopened Statewide, Contact-Tracing to be Expanded
Lieutenant Governor Josh Green said the state will need more contact-tracers to have an adequate tracing program, one of the metrics necessary for a full reopening of the state’s economy. Hawai‘i will use federal funding to do this.
COVID-19 Popup Clinic Set Up at Waimea District Park
COVID-19 screening and testing clinic is open at Waimea District Park today, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Person Missing After Flames Consume Unpermitted Structure in Pāhoa
While the cause of the fire was officially listed as “unknown,” neighbors reported that a resident was “playing with fire” before the flames took hold.
Local Nonprofits to Receive $1.54 Mil in COVID-19 Relief Aid
Hawai‘i County is set to receive $1.54 million in a federal Community Development Block Grant to support local nonprofits in their efforts to provide relief to the community during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Escaped Fugitive Caught After Months On The Run
HPD officers arrested and charged the wanted fugitive, who has been on the run since October of 2019.
HDOT to Reopen Safety Check Stations
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation is coordinating the reopening of stations for Periodic Motor Vehicle Inspections (PMVI or Safety Checks) starting Friday, May 15.
More Businesses, Parks to Reopen in Hawai‘i County
Hawai‘i County is moving forward with plans to reopen additional businesses and parks as COVID-19 case numbers continue to dwindle.
Hawai‘i to Reopen Select Parks for Limited Use
The DLNR Division of State Parks is re-opening select parks and monuments across the state with an emphasis on social distancing and exercise. There are continued restrictions on gatherings of any sort.
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Lane Closure Due to Pothole Repair
One lane is closed on Highway 11 in Ka‘ū as crews repair a pothole.
ATV Operator Dies in Construction Site Collision
A fatality occurred Monday at a construction site on the Big Island.
Police Charge Woman With Burglary, Drug Offenses
Hawai‘i Island police took a female suspect into custody in the course of a burglary investigation in Kamuela.
HPD Looking for Missing Waikoloa Teenager
If you know his whereabouts, contact Officer Cory Gray of the Hawaiʻi Police Department at the South Kohala Police Station at 808-887-3080 or on the department’s non-emergency line at 808-935-3311.
Big Island Food Drop-Off Locations in May
Motorists should be aware of the potential for traffic congestion near the food distribution sites before and during the drop-off events.
Hawai‘i Reports 4 New COVID-19 Cases Overnight
Hawai‘i Department of Health officials reported four new cases of coronavirus Tuesday, bringing the statewide total to 625.
Hawai‘i Economy to Begin Reopening Thursday
Despite residents’ new freedoms, social gatherings in public are still disallowed statewide. People are not allowed to congregate on beaches or while partaking in newly reopened commerce activities outside of residential family units.
Rapid Response Mediation Landlord-Tenant Program
The program will be offered through West Hawai‘i Mediation Center and Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center, with the goal of providing timely conflict prevention and resolution services to commercial and residential landlords and tenants. The service is free.
Retailers, Restaurants Prepare to Reopen
Tina Yamaki, President of Retail Merchants of Hawaiʻi, said her members are working on finalizing guidelines for retail operations this week.
DWS Issues South Kona Water Conservation Request
The department’s use restriction request in South Kona resulted from “unexpected equipment malfunctions” and will remain in place until further notice, DWS said in a press release.
