North Hawai‘i News
Pharmacy College Pioneer to Keynote UH Hilo Spring Graduation
Dr. John Pezzuto, dean and founder of the University of Hawaii at Hilo Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy, will give the keynote speech to Spring graduates during a commencement ceremony on May 16.
Big Island Gas Prices on the Rise
Gas prices are back on the rise on the Big Island, according to reports from AAA’s Fuel Gauge Report and GasBuddy.
UH Study Reveals Estimated Health Care Costs of Vog
A recent study conducted by researchers at the University of Hawaii at Mānoa estimates the health care costs in Hawai`i associated with vog emitted from Kīlauea volcano.
Police Release May 8 Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Healthy Forest Watershed Initiative Seeks Applicants
Applicants are being sought by the United States Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service for forest restoration.
PTA Opens Keamuku for Weekend Hunting
Keamuku Training Area at Pohakuloa will be opened by United States Army Officials for feral goat and pig hunting.
Mentoring Program Tackles Challenges of At-Risk Boys Head-On
The Boys to Men mentoring program is making an impact on at-risk teen-aged boys at Big Island schools.
Hawaii First State to Mandate Movie Theater Accommodations for Disabled
Gov. David Ige signed a bill May 6 requiring movie theaters statewide to provide accommodations for people with visual and hearing and impairments.
Lawmakers Announce $1.5 Million in Funds for UH Physics Research
Hawai`i’s Congressional Delegation announced May 7 that the University of Hawai`i will receive $1.5 million in funding for research in high energy physics.
Traffic Safety Devices Planned for Waimea
Hawai’i County Traffic Division road crews will install traffic and pedestrian control devices along Kawaihae Road beginning Monday.
Senate Committees Undergo Reorganization
Three Big Island Senators have gained new roles through a recent leadership reorganization at the State Senate.
Hawai’i Police Department’s ‘Police Week’
The Hawai’i Police Department is preparing for its annual Police Week, celebrated this year from May 11 through May 15.
FBI Locates Brianne Kirk
Brianne Kirk, 9, has been safely located by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Authorities say Brianne and her father, Brian Kirk, were found in Texas,
Schatz Confirmed as DOE Deputy Superintendent
The Board of Education has confirmed Steven Schatz as deputy superintendent for the Hawai`i Department of Education.
Over 160 Legislative Bills Passed in Final Reading
The State Senate and House of Representatives passed over 160 bills Tuesday during its final read through. Now, the bills will be sent for governor approval.
Sen. Kouchi Named Senate President
Following a majority vote on Tuesday, Senator Ronald Kouchi replaces Senator Donna Mercado Kim as the Hawai’i State Senate President.
HPD Warns Public of Auto Insurance Scam
Hawai’i Police Department officials are asking the public to be aware of an auto insurance scam that can come through phone calls, e-mail’s, and text messages.
Help USPS ‘Stamp Out Hunger’
The United States Post Office’s 23rd annual National Association of Letter Carriers’ Food Drive is on May 9.
Surf Competition Trials Coming Up at Honoli‘i Beach
The 31st Annual Quiksilver and Big Island Toyota Pro-Am surfing trials are coming up at Honoli’i Beach Park in Hilo on Saturday and Sunday, May 23 and 24, waves permitting.
