News from August 2023
Officer Dwayne Sluss: 'During the COVID lock-down, we really saw the increased need for food assistance for our local community and Kupuna, so we conducted the first Fill a Cruiser Food Drive'
By Big Island Times | Aug 29, 2023
The Hawaii Police Department announced the third annual "Fill a Cruiser Food Drive" will be held on September 1 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Kona Costco warehouse parking lot.
Park Superintendent Rhona Loh: "We recognize that tourism is a critical driver to the local community."
By Big Island Times Report | Aug 28, 2023
According to a recent National Park Service report for 2022, 1.6 million visitors went to the Hawa'i Volcanoes National Park, resulting in expenditures of $149 million within the communities near the park.
Hawai'i Island Police seek public assistance locating wanted Kailua-Kona man, considered armed and dangerous
By Big Island Times Report | Aug 28, 2023
On August 25, the Hawai'i Police Department issued a public request seeking assistance locating 36-year-old Joseph Narzisi of Kailua-Kona. Narzisi is wanted on an outstanding Parole Violation warrant, and is considered armed and dangerous.
Prince Dance Institute student: 'I love to dance. It always makes me feel better and more like myself.'
By Big Island Times Report | Aug 23, 2023
Prince Dance Institute recently announced that fall classes began on Aug. 19.
Hilo man arrested for assaulting Hawai'i Island police officer
By Big Island Times Report | Aug 21, 2023
According to the Hawai'i Police Department, a 39-year-old Hilo man was arrested for assaulting a police officer.
UH Hilo chancellor: 'I look forward to working with her in this new capacity'
By Big Island Times Report | Aug 21, 2023
The University of Hawai'i Hilo named Dr. Keiki Kawai'ae'a as the new interim vice chancellor for academic affairs fill a vacancy created with the resignation of Dr. Kris Roney.
Chief Moszkowicz: "It is important to remember that while the allegations against Officer Kaili are serious, they do not represent the hard work and dedication of the Hawai'i Police Department."
By Big Island Times Report | Aug 21, 2023
Hawai'i Police Department Officer Mark Kealoha Kaili Jr. was charged with first-degree burglary and third-degree assault on August 15, HPD reported.
Prosecuting Attorney Waltjen: "Hawai'i Island is in dire need of new and improved correctional facilities with the infrastructure to both house serious offenders and accommodate rehabilitative care and treatment, social services, and reintegration assist
By Big Island Times Report | Aug 21, 2023
Hawai'i County Prosecuting Attorney Waltjen is pushing for new and improved correctional facilities on Hawai'i Island as the Hawai'i Community Correctional Center (HCCC) continues to face difficulties with overcrowding.
Roth: 'We need to be coordinated and thoughtful to minimize our footprint and maximize our impacts'
By Big Island Times Report | Aug 17, 2023
Resources have been made available by Mayor Mitch Roth for residents of Hawai'i Island who wish to contribute to the ongoing recovery endeavors in Maui.
Hawaii County Council will meet Aug. 16
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 13, 2023
Hawaii County Council will meet at 9 a.m., Wednesday, Aug. 16
Hawaii County COVID-19 cases averaged 16 per day over past week
By Big Island Times Report | Aug 13, 2023
New COVID-19 cases in Hawaii County were down 18.6% over the past two weeks, with the average number of daily cases over the past week reaching 16, according to data from the state’s Department of Health.
Hawaii County Governmental Operations and External Affairs Committee will meet Aug. 15
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 13, 2023
Hawaii County Governmental Operations and External Affairs Committee will meet at 3:30 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 15
Hawaii County Policy Committee on Health, Safety, and Well-being will meet Aug. 15
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 12, 2023
Hawaii County Policy Committee on Health, Safety, and Well-being will meet at 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 15
Hawaii County Legislative Approvals and Acquisitions Committee will meet Aug. 15
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 12, 2023
Hawaii County Legislative Approvals and Acquisitions Committee will meet at 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 15
Governor Green: "Maui and the Big Island both experienced significant fires."
By Big Island Times Report | Aug 11, 2023
President Biden has approved disaster relief funding to assist the community in the aftermath of the Maui and Big Island fires.
HPD: 'Hawai'i Island police have initiated an arson investigation after a brush fire in Ka‘ū'
By Big Island Times Report | Aug 11, 2023
Hawai'i Island Police has initiated an investigation into the brush fire that ignited in Ka‘ū, following the determination by investigators that its origins raised suspicions, according to a press release.
Hawaii County Finance Committee will meet Aug. 15
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Aug 11, 2023
Hawaii County Finance Committee will meet at 1 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 15
Mayor Roth: "Hawai'i County officials are monitoring two active brushfires in North and South Kohala"
By Big Island Times Report | Aug 9, 2023
Two brushfires have broken out in North and South Kohala which are being actively monitored by Hawai'i County officials. Several areas of Kohala have been evacuated as a result.
Hawai'i Island Police on open investigation: 'Kona patrol officers received nine separate reports of theft of license plates'
By Big Island Times Report | Aug 9, 2023
Hawai'i Island Police said investigating recent thefts involving specialty license plates in Kona, a press release reported.
Hawaii County COVID-19 cases averaged 15 per day over past week
By Big Island Times Report | Aug 6, 2023
New COVID-19 cases in Hawaii County were up 15.8% over the past two weeks, with the average number of daily cases over the past week reaching 15, according to data from the state’s Department of Health.