Survey: Population of sea turtles not harmed by eruption
A Big Island nonprofit has confirmed that the Kilauea eruption last year did not critically damage sea turtle populations in lower Puna.
First medical marijuana dispensary on Big Isle open for business
Thirty patients lined up Wednesday morning to await the opening of the first medical marijuana dispensary on the Big Island.
Legislators want Puna boat ramp study expedited
Lawmakers are working to fast-track a study to determine the best way to reopen a boat ramp in lower Puna.
Eruption a factor in decrease of Big Isle home sales in 2018
Home sales on the Big Island last year lagged behind 2017 thanks to the upheaval caused by the Kilauea eruption.
First dispensary slated to open
Hawaii Island’s first medical marijuana dispensary may open as early as this week.
Hemp program slowly takes root
Some Hawaii farmers permitted to grow hemp as part of a state research program will harvest their crops soon, but other farmers still have to wait.
Council approves 1st readings of bills appropriating federal disaster recovery funds
A pair of bills that appropriate millions of federal dollars to recover from 2018’s disasters passed their first readings by the County Council on Wednesday.
Nuisance control measure fails
County officials shot down a bill that would require the county to establish a plan to control feral animals and waste at county facilities.
Survey work on Highway 11 slated
The state Department of Transportation will conduct subterranean survey work on Highway 11 in Volcano next week.
Cleaning up microplastics: Machine to be tested on isle beaches next month
The Hawaii Wildlife Fund is seeking donations to transport a prototype machine to the Big Island that can sort microplastics from beach sand.