HPD gets liftgates from Vibrant Hawaii

Hawaii Police Department’s Community Policing Section extends a heartfelt mahalo to the nonprofit organization Vibrant Hawaii, for its recent donation of two Tommy liftgates, one in Hilo and one in Kona.

Public input sought to shape governance of tourism

A team engaged by the Hawaii Tourism Authority is conducting research on how Hawaii can shape the governance of the state’s tourism industry for long-term success. As a part of this process, Better Destinations is seeking input from the community, stakeholders and visitor industry representatives throughout the state.

Public meeting will be held regarding Lanikaula roadwork

The Hawaii County Department of Public Works will hold an informational community meeting on Tuesday, March 19, from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the Aupuni Conference Center, 101 Pauahi Street in Hilo, to discuss the Lanikaula Street Rehabilitation Project.

Have ‘Coffee with a Cop’ in Waimea this Friday

Hawaii Police Department’s South Kohala Community Policing Section invites the public to join officers for “Coffee with a Cop” from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m., Friday at McDonald’s in Waimea, located in the Waimea Center at 67-1154 Mamalahoa Highway.

Let’s Talk Food: Leap Year is this Thursday

This Thursday is February 29, which occurs only once in four years. This is because the Earth actually goes completely around the sun 365 days, 5 hours, 38 minutes and 46 seconds, which means every four years — if you are a mathematician — would mean an extra day.