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TMT Addresses Building Permit Application for La Palma
Ed Stone responded regarding the $1.4 billion project now entering its third week of delays since protestors blocked the path of construction equipment.
Hawai‘i County to Release Updated General Plan
The General Plan is the policy document that guides long-term development, including local plans, zoning ordinances and infrastructure projects on Hawai‘i Island.
HPD Requests Help to Identify Theft Suspect
HPD reported that on Tuesday, July 30, 2019, a young man had approximately $115 stolen from his wallet at a retail location on Makala Blvd. in Kailua-Kona.
High Surf Advisory Remains in Effect for Big Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a High Surf Advisory for Hawai‘i Island. The High Surf Warning has been cancelled.
Flash Flood Watch Remains in Effect for Big Island
Deep tropical moisture and instability from Tropical Cyclone Flossie will produce periods of heavy showers Monday over the eastern half of the state as Flossie passes just north of Hawai‘i Island.
UPDATES: Flossie Degenerates to Remnant Low as it Nears Hawai‘i
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center has issued a Flash Flood Watch for Hawai‘i Island. The High Surf Warning for Hawai‘i Island has been reduced to a High Surf Advisory.
Power Outage in North Kohala
HELCO will be repairing a transmission line that serves North Kohala. Residents will not have power from approximately 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Monday.
NCAPA Responds to Elimination of Family Reunification Programs
“National Council of Asian Pacific Americans is outraged at the Trump Administration’s decision to end two categorical parole programs.”
Small Craft Advisory in Effect for Big Island
Affected Areas: Alenuihaha Channel, Big Island Windward Waters, Big Island Leeward Waters, Big Island SE Waters.
High Surf Warning in Effect for Big Island
HIGH SURF WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM MONDAY FOR EAST, NORTH AND SOUTH FACING SHORES ON BIG ISLAND.
Flash Flood Watch in Effect for Big Island
FLASH FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FOR BIG ISLAND FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE MONDAY NIGHT.
Hawai‘i Island Lane Closures, Aug. 3–9
Hawai‘i Island lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.
Gov. Ige Orders Half-Staff Flags to Honor Mass Shooting Victims
All flags at the State Capitol and upon all state offices and agencies as well as the Hawai‘i National Guard shall be flown at half-staff beginning immediately until sunset on Thursday, Aug. 8, 2019.
Kona Crime Prevention Committee Names Officer of the Year
All Officers of the Month will be honored at the luncheon, and the Officer of the Year will be announced.
Trump Administration to End Filipino Vet Program
Filipino veterans were granted citizenship in recognition of their service to the United States during World War II. Many of their children, however, were not.
OHA Seeks Nonprofit to Administer Charter School Grant
OHA is accepting applications from nonprofit organizations to administer a $3 million grant to support 17 Hawaiian-focused charter schools.
Hawai‘i Volcanoes August Flight Operations
The park said in a release it regrets any noise impact to residents and park visitors. Dates and times are subject to change based on aircraft availability and weather.
Funds to Upgrade Hamakua Youth Foundation Released
Hamakua Youth Foundation is a grassroots community organization dedicated to creating youth-centered, after-school and summer programs for youth of the Hamakua District.
Small Craft Advisory
Affected Areas: Alenuihaha Channel, Big Island Leeward Waters, Big Island SE Waters.
UPDATES: Flossie to Move Very Close to Hawai‘i as Tropical Depression
On the forecast track, Flossie will move very close to the main Hawaiian Islands Monday and Tuesday.
