News
New Year’s Crime Wrap Up
DUIs and illegal fireworks remain atop the list of NYE-related offenses on the Big Island.
ʻIo No Longer Considered Endangered or Threatened
The ʻio or Hawaiian Hawk will be removed from the Federal List of Endangered and Threatened Wildlife on Feb. 3, 2020.
VNP Now Accepting Applications for Summer Internship
College students and recent graduates are encouraged to apply for Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park’s Mosaics in Science paid summer internship position. The deadline for applications is Feb. 3.
HPD Looking for Missing Teenage Girl
If you know her whereabouts, contact Officer Oliver Agustin at 808-326-4646 ext. 302.
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.
Rough Waters Close Several West Hawai‘i Beach Parks
Rough ocean conditions and/or debris cleanup close several beaches in West Hawai’i.
Normally Scheduled Training at PTA Resumes Later this Month
Normally scheduled training at Pōhakuloa Training Area (PTA) resumes Jan. 21-28 and involves helicopter gunnery and marksmanship.
Firefighters Stamp Out Garage Fire in Honoka‘a District
Hawai‘i fire crews are investigating a garage fire within the first hour of the new year in the Honoka‘a District.
Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Vehicle on Kawaihae Road
A Kamuela woman is dead after being struck by a vehicle while walking along the shoulder of Kawaihae Road on New Year’s Day.
High Surf Advisory Keeps Beaches Closed on New Year’s Day
Expect strong breaking waves, shore break and rip currents making swimming difficult and dangerous.
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.
Legislature Accepting Grant-In-Aid Applications
The Legislature is now accepting applications for State Grants-In-Aid from qualified nonprofit and other organizations for the 2020 legislative session.
New PSAs Encourage Participation in 2020 US Census
The US Census Bureau is calling on all US residents to participate in the 2020 Census.
Gas Prices up as Year Draws to a Close
The national average price of gasoline rose 1.6 cents per gallon during the last week.
DHHL Addresses Rumors Regarding Leases, Evictions
The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands is addressing false claims regarding its lease cancellation process made by the Sovereign Council of Hawaiian Homestead Associations.
Public Asked to be Mindful of Neighbors, Animals on New Year’s Eve
As New Year’s Eve celebrations abound this evening, county officials hope neighbors will keep each other in mind when lighting off their celebratory fireworks, as they can scare animals and cause distress among those who suffer from Post-traumatic stress disorder.
High Surf Warning Closes West Hawai‘i Beaches
The National Weather Service’s high surf warning remains in effect for west facing shores of Hawai‘i Island from North Kohala to Ka‘ū Districts through Wednesday.
East Hawai‘i Transfer Stations Close Due to Staff Shortages
Transfer stations and services in East Hawai‘i are closed today due to staffing shortages.
