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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.
UH to Resume On-Campus Education This Fall
University of Hawai‘i students will attend classes on campus this fall, or at least that’s the plan.
Thief Makes off With Catamaran, Owner Gives Chase
A 50-foot sailing catamaran was stolen from the Honokōhau State Small Boat Harbor Saturday morning.
HPD Charges Kona Man for Theft, Drugs
A Kailua-Kona man has been arrested for several offenses including property crimes following an incident last week.
37th Annual Salute to the Graduates
Big Island Now, Pacific Media Group, and PMG’s Big Island radio stations — KAPA, KBIG and The BEAT — would like to congratulate the Class of 2020!
State Confirms 1 New COVID-19 Case Overnight
A total of 548 people have been released from isolation and are considered recovered.
Hawai‘i County Seeks Members for Redistricting Commission
One resident from each of the County’s nine Council districts is needed to fill the Commission vacancies. The commission needs to be appointed and confirmed by July 1, 2020.
Hawaiian to Create More Personal Space, Require Face Masks on all Flights
Also effective May 8, Hawaiian’s guests will need to wear a face mask or covering that effectively covers the mouth and nose, from checking-in at the airport to deplaning at their destination.
KCH Resumes Elective Procedures
In order to manage and plan for the COVID-19 pandemic, KCH stopped all elective, nonemergent procedures on March 19.
DOH Confirms Two New COVID-19 Cases, 17th Virus-Related Death
As of Sunday at noon, there were 620 confirmed cases of COVID-19 across all islands.
Hawai‘i Judiciary Frees 37% of Prison Population in Two Months
As of May 1, there had been no confirmed cases of COVID-19 inside any prison in Hawai‘i.
Transfer Station Closures Through May
Residents are encouraged to use the other service providers or hold onto their items until collection at transfer stations resume.
Big Island Man Charged in Mother’s Murder
The charges stem from an incident on Friday morning, May 1, shortly before 9 a.m., when Puna Patrol officers responded to a residence on 15th Avenue in Hawaiian Paradise Park.
Kona Court Self-Help Center to Offer Legal Guidance Free
The Kona Court Self-Help Center will provide legal help to the West Hawai‘i community on a pilot basis on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
State Confirms Only 1 New Coronavirus Case for Second Day in a Row
There are currently 72 people hospitalized as a result of COVID-19 infection, while 541 have been released from isolation and are considered recovered.
HDOT Updates IDs, Safey Checks and Registrations Amid COVID-19 Pandemic
Driver’s licenses, instruction permits and state identification cards that expire between March 15 and May 31, 2020, are granted a 90-day waiver.
COVID-19 Rapid Test Instruments Provided to All Counties
A total of 12 Abbott ID NOW COVID-19 rapid test instruments have been distributed to all counties.
Big Island Road and Lane Closures: May 2-8
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announced road and lane closures for May 2-8.
Keaʻau Man Arrested in Connection to a Reported Murder in HPP
A Keaʻau man was arrested in connection with the death of an elderly woman at a home in Hawaiian Paradise Park.
Captain Cook Shooting Victim ID’d as Suspect’s Son
Hawai‘i Police have identified the Captain Cook shooting victim as the suspect’s son, 45-year-old Joshua Bonham.
