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Emergency Proclamation For Homeless Extended
Gov. David Ige signed a seventh supplemental emergency proclamation that extends the disaster emergency relief period for homelessness.
PONC Seeks Suggestions for Conservation
Properties might qualify for preservation because they offer opportunities for education, public access to beaches or mountains and outdoor recreation.
Ige Proposes Significant Spending Hikes to Operating, CIP Budgets
Ige unveiled the budget increases during a press conference Monday afternoon, saying they’re the result of strategic decisions born of favorable circumstances.
Gale Warning Issued for Big Island Waters
A gale warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or occurring.
Kahuku Unit of VNP to Remain Open 5 Days a Week
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park has changed its mind.
Temporary One-Way Traffic on Kapiʻolani Street Over Holidays
The one-way pattern will be in effect on Tuesday Dec. 24, from 4 p.m. to 3 a.m. and from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Christmas Day.
Structure Fire at Hilo Residence
A structure fire engulfed an East Hawai‘i in the late hours of Sunday evening.
Wind Advisory in Effect for Big Island
A wind advisory means that sustained winds of at least 30 mph, or gusts of at least 50 mph, are expected. Motorists should use extra caution.
Barefoot Gardener: Holiday Gifts for the Lazy Gardener
The hottest (and not so hot) garden inventions for lazy people.
Earth Day Opportunity for Hawai‘i High School Students
During the past half century, the ‘aina of Hawai‘i has changed dramatically.
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.
Law to Curb Use of DoD Network for Child Pornography
More than 45 million online images and videos of child sexual abuse material were reported to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children.
DWS Conserve to Preserve Youth Initiative
The tagline is the theme of the department’s 2020 Keiki Water Conservation Poster Contest, which is open to all Big Island schoolchildren enrolled K-5.
Chocolate Festival Looking for Nonprofit Beneficiaries
It is preferred prospective beneficiaries be associated with culinary/agriculture education, local cacao and chocolate production or food sustainability.
Hawai‘i Chinese WWII Veterans to Receive Congressional Gold Medal
The Chinese Chamber of Commerce is planning a ceremony and banquet to honor Hawai‘i Chinese-American veterans.
Mayor Kim Vetoes Ban on County Herbicide Use
Kim’s decision sends Bill 101 back to the County Council which may vote to overturn his veto within 30 days.
Last-minute Holiday Donations Sought for Angel Trees
Salvation Army is seeking gift donations for its Angel Tree program in Hilo and Kailua-Kona.
