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President Declares National Emergency in Light of COVID-19 Pandemic
President Donald Trump declared a national emergency in light of the novel coronavirus pandemic.
HPD Outstanding Warrants List: March 13, 2020
Hawai‘i Police Department its outstanding warrants list for March 13, 2020.
Police Seek Public’s Help in Locating Wanted Man
Hawai‘i Police Department’s Area II Special Enforcement Unit is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a man wanted on multiple outstanding warrants.
PSD Suspends Personal Inmate Visits at All Correctional Facilities
All correctional facilities statewide will suspend inmate personal visits until further notice amid coronavirus fears, officials announced this week.
Big Island Weekend Lane Closure: March 13-15
The Hawai’i Department of Transportation has announced a weekend lane closure starting today and will reopen on March 15.
Inmate Walks Away From Hilo’s Female Housing Unit
Authorities are in search of a pre-trial detainee who reportedly made an unauthorized exit from Hilo’s minimum security female housing unit.
Rising Sun Solar Implements Precautions Due to COVID-19
Rising Sun Solar letter released to the public Thursday, indicating they will be following additional steps to protect their employees, customers and broader community.
Murky Questions About Coronavirus Outbreak Answered
There are a number of questions swirling around the COVID-19 global pandemic, which range from specific health concerns and testing capabilities to food shortages and cruise ship restrictions.
Bleak Economic Future Ahead Amid Growing COVID-19 Fears, State Leaders Say
Economy experts say Hawai‘i is headed into a recession as COVID-19 concerns continue to worry communities worldwide.
Merrie Monarch Festival Officially Canceled
Merrie Monarch Festival 2020 has been officially canceled due to the ongoing concerns of the COVID-19 pandemic.
High Wind Warning Intensifies for Big Island Summits
Winds this strong can make driving and walking near impossible. Travel to the summits should be postponed until winds subside.
UH System Moves Online Only for Immediate Future
The UH System has said online classes will be the norm until April 13, at which point the decision will be reevaluated.
Kona Brewers Festival, South Kona Health Fair Postponed
No rescheduling dates have been determined for either annual event. Each were scheduled for Saturday, March 14.
KHS Hosts Annual Membership Meeting
At the Annual Membership Meeting, an election of new Kona Historical Society Board President and re-election of the existing Board of Directors will be held.
HDOT to Install Hand Sanitizing Stations at Airports
Interstate flights are set to continue as scheduled for the time being.
Police Seek Public’s Help in Finding Hilo Man
Hawaiʻi Police Department is seeking the public’s help in locating a Hilo man who was reported missing. searching for a 44-year-old Hilo man who was reported missing.
County Prohibits Increased Selling Prices of Products Amid COVID-19 Outbreak
Hawai‘i County has prohibited price gouging as store shelves are emptied of soap, hand sanitizer and toilet paper in light of the COVID-19 outbreak.
University of Hawai‘i to Move Classes Online After Spring Break
The University of Hawai‘i will move all its classes online after spring break, officials announced this morning.
Trump Suspends European Travel for 30 Days
The United Kingdom is the only European country exempt from the travel ban.
Mayor Kim Affirms County’s Continued Efforts Against COVID-19
Mayor Harry Kim was called before Hawai‘i County Council to provide an update on where the county is on its efforts to handle the impacts of COVID-19.
