North Hawai‘i News
Governor Ige Nominates Hidano as Deputy Director of Accounting and General Services
Hidano’s appointment is subject to Senate confirmation.
Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Honor of Late Rep. Carroll
Flags will fly at half-staff on Friday and on March 15 from sunrise to sunset in honor of late Representative Diana “Mele” Carroll.
Hakalau Forest Refuge Offering Guided Tour on Earth Day
Guided tour through forest refuge on Apr. 18 explores pristine habitats and rare native birds.
Ige Announces New Administration Appointments
Governor David Ige has named his latest administrative appointments.
Health Dept. Adds SCID to Newborn Screening
The Hawai’i State Department of Health has announced that Severe Combined Immunodeficiency will be added to its Newborn Metabolic Screening Program.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
DUI arrests and major accidents have decreased in 2015, while major accidents have shown an increase.
Wlosinski Honored by DLNR for Albizia Efforts
Big Island man Rich Wlosinski was among those honored at a Department of Land and Natural Resources Capitol Ceremony for efforts against invasive species.
UH-Hilo’s Ka Haka ‘Ula O Ke‘elikōlani Awarded Ford Grant
Three University of Hawai’i system programs will receive funding from a Ford Foundation grant awarded to the University of Hawai’i Foundation.
Volunteers Tally Whales in 20th Anniversary Sanctuary Ocean Count
Nearly 900 participants join in second event of three to protect endangered species.
New Episode of ‘Hawai’i Island’s Most Wanted’ Airs Friday
A new episode of “Hawai’i Island’s Most Wanted” will air Friday evening featuring three Big Island men being sought by police.
Amendment Proposed to Federal Tsunami Act
U.S. Senator Brian Schatz announced an amendment to the Tsunami Warning, Education, and Research Act of 2015, H.R. 34.
Hawai’i Electric Light Selects Ormat as New Geothermal Provider
Hawai’i Electric Light has selected Ormat as its new geothermal energy provider following a competitive bidding process.
Parker Students Among Finalists in Congressional Art Competition
Five Parker School students are the only Big Island students among 23 finalists in the Hawai’i 2nd Congressional District’s Kaha Ki’i Art Competition.
CWRM Requests Public Input on Water Resource Protection Plan
The Commission on Water Resource Management is interested in public input as it updates the statewide Water Resource Protection Plan.
Red Cross Hawai’i Chapter Fundraising Auction
The Hawai’i Chapter of the American Red Cross is holding an online auction to raise funds.
NASA Public Talk at Kahilu Theatre
NASA Administrator Charles Bolden will discuss America’s space program at a free public talk at the Kahilu Theatre on March 13.
Gabbard Receives NACo County Alumni Award
Congresswoman Tulsi Gabbard was honored Tuesday by The National Association of Counties.
Security Breach Impacts HMSA Members
HMSA and Anthem members are being advised of a security breach that may have compromised their personal information.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
All DUI related statistics continue to remain down so far in 2015, with the exception of traffic fatalities.
