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Onomea Camp Road Bridge Closes For Repairs

Situated between Highway 19 and Old Māmalahoa Highway, Onomea Camp Road is not part of the Onomea Scenic Route.

Visitor Arrivals for Month of May Plummets Due to Pandemic

The Hawaiian Islands saw a decrease in visitor arrivals by almost 100% for the month of May, compared to a year go, according to a report released by Hawaii Tourism Authority’s Tourism Research Division.

Guidelines Set to Reopen In-Person Instruction at Hawai‘i Public Schools

Large spaces not traditionally used as classrooms, such as gyms and computer labs, will be utilized as additional learning spaces. Outdoor instruction may also occur depending on weather conditions. 

Federal Funding to Provide Additional Academic Support for K-12 Schools

The state is receiving about $54.18 million, which is being divided up among the counties.

To-Go Meal Kits Available Free on Thursday

Pick up begins at 5 p.m. and will continue as long as supplies last.

State Seeking Contact Tracers as COVID-19 Cases Climb

Ideal candidates have clinical healthcare backgrounds and a minimum education consisting of an undergraduate degree.

HPD Searching For Runaway Teenager

The Hawai’i County Police Department is seeking help to find a teenage runaway.

DOH Reports 27 New Cases of COVID-19 Sunday

The Department of Health reported 27 new cases overnight, bringing the statewide total to 899.

Follow-Up Survey Shows Decline in Concern Over COVID-19

A number of Hawai‘i residents don’t perceive the COVID-19 pandemic as much as a threat as much as they did a few months ago.

Funds Proposed to Assist With Child Care Relief

The Chair of the Ways and Means Committee has proposed child care relief as an important part of the CARES Act federal funding initiative for Hawai‘i.

High Surf Advisory for South-Facing Shores

High surf advisory issued for south-facing shores.

Open Season Coming Up for Feral Goats, Pigs, Sheep

Ungulate control for feral goat, sheep, and pigs is opening for the Pu‘u Wa‘awa‘a Forest Reserve on Hawai’i Island.

DOH Reports 6 New COVID-19 Cases Overnight

Six new COVID-19 cases have been reported by Hawai‘i Department of Health, bringing the cumulative statewide total to 872.

$90 Mil Dedicated to Outfitting Airports With Equipment to Stem Spread of COVID-19

Lawmakers have appropriated $90 million for systems at airports statewide to reduce the spread of COVID-19.

Vehicle Registration, License Renewal Open fo Limited In-Person Services

The County of Hawai‘i Department of Finance wants to remind customers that the Division of Vehicle Registration & Licensing (VRL) offices are now open for limited in-person services.

Big Island Road Closures: June 27-July 3

The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announced road and lane closures for the week of June 27 to July 3.

Camping Reservations Reopen Online

All campsites will reopen with reduced maximum numbers of campers allowed. 

Deadly Case of COVID-19 Reported in Hawai‘i

It is the 18th life claimed by the coronavirus since it was detected in Hawai‘i.

West Hawai’i State Parks to Close Early on July 4th

Several West Hawai’i state parks will close early on Independence Day.

DOH Reports 17 New COVID-19 Cases Friday

The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 17 new cases of COVID-19 overnight, bringing the statewide total to 866. 
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