North Hawai‘i News
HIDOE’s Strive HI Gains Three-Year Federal Approval
For the first time, the Hawai’i State Department of Education has received three years of federal approval of its Strive HI Performance System.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
Twelve motorists were arrested during the past week for driving under the influence of an intoxicant.
DLNR: Two Miles of Pu’u Maka’ala NAR Fencing Destroyed
Nearly two miles of Pu’u Maka’ala Natural Area Reserve fencing has been destroyed. Repairs may cost hundreds of thousands of dollars.
DLNR DOCARE Phone Lines Down
The Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement phone lines are not currently able to receive phone calls.
Gov. Ige Invited to “Powering Cities” D.C. Forum
Governor David Ige will speak at the Washington Post’s “Powering Cities” forum on Tuesday, where he will discuss Hawai’i’s commitment to renewable energy.
Fuel Prices Down from 2014, but Steadily Increasing
Gas prices in Hilo continuously rise, but are down by over a dollar from last year.
HHIC Study: Hawai’i Hospitals May Lose $3.3B
Hospitals in Hawai’i may lose $3.3 billion in funding from Medicare through 2024, according to a recent study, “Ouch! Mounting Medicare Cuts Hurt.”
Restroom Facility Completed at Mauna Kea Recreation Area
Mauna Kea Recreation Area, located off Daniel K. Inouye highway, received a new restroom facility.
Scheduled Lane Closures June 22-26
The Department of Transportation has announced scheduled road closures for the week of June 22.
No Tsunami Threat Following 6.5M Fiji Earthquake
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center says no tsunami was generated following a 6.5 magnitude earthquake in the Fiji region.
TMT Construction to Resume Wednesday
Thirty Meter Telescope construction atop Mauna Kea will resume Wednesday, as announced by TMT International Observatory Board Chair Henry Yang Saturday night.
Gov. Ige’s Japan Visit ‘Successful’
Governor David Ige called this week’s trip to Japan, his first international trip in office, successful.
Governor Extends Honorary Kupono Diploma Program
Governor David Ige signed legislation Friday that saves a program which gave honorary diplomas to veterans from losing funding at the end of the month.
Gov. Ige Signs Tobacco Bill, Raising Legal Age to 21
Governor David Ige signed Bill 1030 on Friday, raising the age of tobacco purchase to 21.
Police Release June 19 Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Employment Rate Steady at 4.1 Percent, Job Market Rises
The Department of Labor & Industrial Relations says that the state remains steady with a 4.1 percent unemployment rate.
Weekend Hunting at PTA
Hunting will take place over the weekend at Keamuku Maneuver Area, part of Pohakuloa Training Area.
HFD: Fireworks Schedules, Permits, and Safety Tips
The Hawai’i County Fire Department is sharing safety tips as fireworks sales for the Fourth of July holiday approach.
Big Island Homeless Numbers Increase
The Department of Human Services Homeless Programs Office released statistics Thursday that indicate that homelessness on the Big Island continues to rise.
2016 National Defense Authorization Act Passes Senate
On Thursday, a majority vote at the United States Senate passed the 2016 National Defense Authorization Act. The act will have multiple effects on Hawai’i.
