News
Local Testing For COVID-19 Possible as Early as Next Week
While there are no cases of COVID-19 identified in Hawai‘i at this time, state health officials do expect to eventually identify cases in the state because this is a global health threat.
Small Craft Advisory
A small craft advisory means that wind speeds of 25 to 33 knots and/or seas 10 feet or greater are expected to produce conditions hazardous to small craft.
County Schedules Disposal Events for Household Hazardous Waste
The first collection day will be March 7 at the Waimea Recycling and Transfer Station and again on March 8 at the Pāhoa Recycling and Transfer Station. Items will be collected from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
State Orders Shut Down of Illegal Adult Care Home in Ocean View
A woman has been fined by the state for operating an illegal adult residential care home out of Ocean View and has been issued a notice to immediately cease and desist operations.
DOH Shifts Gears in Fight to Protect Hawai‘i From COVID-19
The Hawai‘i Department of Health has shifted its focus on the state’s strategy to combating COVID-19 from containment to mitigation.
Hawaiian Electric to Conduct Aerial Inspections of Transmission Lines
Hawaiian Electric will be conducting quarterly aerial inspections of its overhead transmission lines during the first week of March.
Finance Committee Approves Billions in CIP Funding
Including all means of financing, CIP projects for fiscal years 2020 and 2021 total more than $4.9 billion.
Fitzgerald to Announce Mayoral Candidacy Saturday
Fitzgerald served as the director of Parks and Recreation under former mayor, Billy Kenoi.
Lori Vallow Waives Extradition, $5 Mil Bail Maintained
An Idaho woman has decided not to fight extradition and will return voluntarily to the mainland to face charges of desertion in relation to her two missing children.
Small Craft Advisory
A small craft advisory means that wind speeds of 25 to 33 knots and/or seas 10 feet or greater are expected to produce conditions hazardous to small craft.
Hawaiian Airlines to Suspend South Korea Service
Hawaiian is assisting impacted guests by offering re-accommodations on alternative flights or providing refunds.
Wet, Windy Conditions Expected Through Weekend
Pay attention to later forecasts for updated information.
Police Renew Request for Help in Finding Pāhoa Man
Authorities are renewing their request for the public’s assistance in locating a Pāhoa man who was reported missing.
Blood Bank Hawai‘i Calls for Donors in Upcoming Big Island Drives
The Blood Blank of Hawai‘i is returning to the Big Island in March and has several blood drives planned around the island.
High Surf Advisory Issued for Windward Side of Island
A high surf advisory has been issued for the windward side of the Big Island through Wednesday evening.
National Park Hosts Program on Ka Wa’a Kaulua
From ancient times continuing through the modern era, the wa’a kaulua has had a central role in the life of the people of Hawai’i.
PTA Aerial Training, Convoys Planned This Week
According to PTA officials, aerial helicopter gunnery and close air support training began today.
Kohala Hospital to Upgrade
The additional administrative and business office is an attempt to create a more comfortable and efficient working environment for Kohala Hospital’s staff
