Merrie Monarch traffic change set

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In conjunction with the 51st Annual Merrie Monarch Festival, a temporary one-way traffic pattern will be in effect on Kalanikoa Street in Hilo.

In conjunction with the 51st Annual Merrie Monarch Festival, a temporary one-way traffic pattern will be in effect on Kalanikoa Street in Hilo.

Traffic will be allowed to flow in the makai, or northerly direction, on Kalanikoa Street between Piilani Street and Kuawa Street during the festival. The one-way traffic pattern will remain in effect around the clock from noon Wednesday, April 23, through 8 a.m. Sunday, April 27.

Motorists traveling in a westerly direction on Piilani Street will be allowed to turn right onto Kalanikoa Street. Left turns will also be allowed onto Kalanikoa Street from Piilani Street.

Right and left turns will be allowed to one-way traffic on Kalanikoa Street to access the Hoolulu Complex and businesses in the area.

Regular two-way traffic will remain in effect on Manono, Kuawa and Piilani streets.