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Cat feces suspected in death of a nēnē gosling found in Hilo park
“This tragic incident highlights the problem of having feral cat colonies in areas that are known habitat for endangered or threatened species,” said DLNR Chair Dawn Chang. April 23, 2024 · 12:57pmAdult Coconut Rhinoceros beetles caught in traps set out in Waikōloa
The first adult beetle collected last week was caught in a camera trap at the Hawaiian Earth Recycling facility near the West Hawai‘i Sanitary Landfill.News Waikōloa restaurant ordered to shut down after state inspection reveals rodent…
News More than $62M heading to Hawai‘i to deliver solar power to homes
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Waikōloa restaurant reopens after getting a red placard for a rodent infestation and more
The restaurant was shut down on April 19 when a state inspection revealed an active rodent infestation, contaminated food products and unsanitary conditions within the facility.
Adult Coconut Rhinoceros beetles caught in traps set out in Waikōloa
The first adult beetle collected last week was caught in a camera trap at the Hawaiian Earth Recycling facility near the West Hawai‘i Sanitary Landfill.
Cat feces suspected in death of a nēnē gosling found in Hilo park
“This tragic incident highlights the problem of having feral cat colonies in areas that are known habitat for endangered or threatened species,” said DLNR Chair Dawn Chang.
State partners with DEA for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Anyone with expired or unused medications is encouraged to bring them to the collection sites located on Oʻahu, Maui, Kauaʻi and Hawaiʻi island on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Temporary closure of areas surrounding Mauna Kea scheduled for ungulate animal control
The removal of sheep, goats and mouflon is needed to protect the habitat for the native Hawaiian bird Palila.
Waikōloa restaurant ordered to shut down after state inspection reveals rodent infestation, unsanitary conditions
The Hawai‘i Department of Health Food Safety Branch issued a red “Closed” placard and immediately shut down Ocean Club at Haliʻi Kai on April 19 due to an active rodent infestation, contaminated food products and unsanitary conditions within the facility.
More than $62M heading to Hawai‘i to deliver solar power to homes
The grant from the Environmental Protection Agency will provide solar power to low-income households across the state.
Keiki islandwide participate in annual Heluhelu Quiz Bowl in Waimea
The quiz bowl was based on 30 award-winning middle grade books they have been reading over the past school year.
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Top 10 things to do on Big Island for April 18-24: Bruddah Kunz Youth Jamm, Springtime Showstoppers, Laupāhoehoe Music Festival and more
Other events during the next week include a journey to the World of Trolls, mocktails and talking story at the Kona library and a festival dedicated to all things cannabis.
Shaka documentary to debut at film festival in Los Angeles
The producer/writer of the film said his initial goal was to produce a 20-minute short for classroom use but the story turned out to be bigger than anyone could have imagined.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island plus 1: Hilo Cacao and Chocolate Expo, Celtic Electronic Dance Party, Kahilu Dance Night, Pokémon Day, Big Island Chocolate Festival and more
Several events during the next week also invite island residents and visitors alike to strut their stuff on the dance floor to a variety of music, including swing, funk, Motown and more.
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Kahului Harbor cleanup planned on May 2-3; includes removal of vehicles on May 6
Fifty-four trucks and cars, many inoperable, will be towed from the state’s Kahului Harbor on May 6, state officials announced. A team from the state Department of Land and Natural Resources, Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation, and officers from the DLNR Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement placed notices on each of the vehicles on Monday.
The notices warn owners that their car or truck is parked illegally in a state boating facility, which is a violation of one or more laws under Hawai‘i Administrative Rules. During yesterday’s posting, 27 people were also advised that the state and a contractor would be cleaning up the harbor on May 2 and 3.
Kaulana Mahina workforce housing apartments celebrates grand opening in Central Maui
The grand opening of Kaulana Mahina Apartments—a workforce housing development in Wailuku—took place on Thursday, April 18. This event comes at a time when the chronically undersupplied housing market on Maui has been further impacted by the devastating fires of last August.
First Tee Hawaiʻi kicks off program registration at Kāʻanapali Golf Courses
Registration is now open for First Tee Hawaiʻi’s programming at Kā'anapali Golf Courses. First Tee Hawaiʻi is a youth development organization that helps kids and teens build their strength of character through golf.
Maui senators vote with majority in killing marijuana decriminalization bill
Maui County's state Senate delegation was united Monday in voting with the majority of senators to kill a bill that would have decriminalized the possession of up to 1 ounce of marijuana.
Mayor Bissen’s Weekly Disaster Recovery Community Update Meetings resume Wednesday
Officials from US Army Corps of Engineers, state Department of Health and other agencies will discuss the status of debris clearing, how trees in the burn zone are determined to be hazardous and testing for shoreline water quality during this week’s meeting.
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Portion of Kalena Park to close for construction
Work includes a playground replacement, replacing the chain link fence with concrete ball barriers and adding parking stops.
Lifeguard shifts at select Kaua‘i beaches to expand hours
Kaua‘i will be the first county to have these full-time extended hours of coverage for its entire Ocean Safety Bureau program.
Kauai Weather Forecast for April 23, 2024
Breezy and showery trade wind conditions will continue through Thursday, with clouds and showers favoring windward and mauka locations. Trade winds may ease...