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Highway 130 Contraflow Closed on Veteran’s Day
Highway 130 Contraflow will not be operational on Veteran’s Day, according to the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation.
Vision Zero Opens Eyes to County Crash, Fatality Dangers
According to a newly-released study, 110 fatalities and crashes were reported between 2013-17. Approximately 27 crash maps were created to identify the problematic areas across Hawai‘i Island.
Big Island Weekend Road Closures: Nov. 8 to Nov. 10
Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather-permitting.
Botanist Rescues Dog Trapped in 81-Foot Hole on Kaua‘i
Botanist Adam Williams went rappelling Thursday morning, which isn’t abnormal for him. What he was looking for, however, was unique.
Cyclist Killed in Vehicle Crash Identified
The Traffic Enforcement Unit has initiated a negligent homicide investigation.
HFD Rescues Stranded Mariner in Hilo
Company 01 and Company 02 personnel responded to the shoreline following a 911 call from someone who was aboard a boat and heard calls for help.
HPD Continues Search for Man Missing 3 Years
He was reportedly last seen at his Leilani Street residence on or about April of 2016 and has not been heard from since.
Elderly Man Who Died in Lava Tube Fall Identified
An autopsy was performed on Tuesday, Nov. 5 and determined that the victim died as a result of injuries consistent with falling.
Salvation Army, Walmart Nationwide Toy Drive
Santa will be making visits to every Walmart store on the same day, adding an air of excitement and Christmas cheer to customers’ shopping experience in stores.
Lyman Museum Presentation on Plastic Debris
The Lyman Museum is offering an environment-focused presentation next week.
Hours Change for Kona Firearms Registration
This change is expected to be temporary, pending additional staffing.
Over 300 Citations Issued on Maunakea This Past Week
Approximately 358 traffic citations were issued over the past week as part of the continued stepped-up traffic enforcement on Daniel K. Inouye Highway.
Cyclist Hit, Killed in Hilo Crash
A Hilo man has been arrested on suspicion of negligent homicide after a bicyclist was fatally struck by a vehicle Wednesday evening on Kaumana Drive near the intersection of Wili Wili Street in Hilo.
UH Regents Pass New Rules, Resolution on Maunakea
The University of Hawai‘i Board of Regents approved new regulations that will impact the management and stewardship of of the university-managed land on Maunakea.
USDA to Send $1 Million to Food Basket
Nutrition incentive programs like the one developed by The Food Basket are a means for supporting local farmers and small businesses.
Civil Rights Training on Workplace Discrimination
Workers and employers can both benefit from the knowledge of how to fight and eliminate unlawful discrimination.
Vacation Rental Apps Smother Planning Dept
The Hawai‘i County Planning Department has spent months sifting through a mountain of paperwork in the form of 4,000 short-term vacation rental applications.
Regents Continue to Hear Testimony on Mauna Issues
The University of Hawa‘ii Board of Regents continue to take testimony regarding administrative rules for proposed public and commercial use on Maunakea lands.
Read To Me International Receives OHA Grant
Read To Me International’s mission is to share the love and joy of reading aloud.
Police Response on Ali‘i Drive Leads to 1 Arrest
A man was charged with disorderly conduct after getting into an altercation in the middle of Ali‘i Drive, causing all traffic to come to a halt.
