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Neighbor Island Mayors Join Forces in Seeking Two-Test Policy for Travelers to Hawai‘i

Mayor Kim said he and the other mayors on Tuesday discussed a two-test policy for transpacific travel, instead of the policy that goes into effect on Oct. 15.

Construction Kicks Off For Big Island Emergency Shelter

A new emergency shelter program kicked off with construction of 32 shelters on Saturday at the Hawai’i Island County’s NAS Pool parking lot.

Maunakea Day 12: Mayor Kim Clarifies Role, OHA Board Resolution

Mayor Kim said on Thursday that he has no authority to intervene or make any kind of deal regarding TMT; his role is to work with all sides to find a better way forward for everyone concerned.

Governor Ige Asks Mayor Kim to Take Lead at Maunakea

Governor David Ige today issued a statement asking Hawaiʻi County Mayor Harry Kim to take the lead in coordinated efforts by the state and county to “peacefully attempt to reach common ground with the protectors of Maunakea and the broader community.”

Anonymous $76K Donation Sustains Partial Services at Hawai‘i Volcanoes NP

An anonymous donation of $76,320, combined with the $38,160 from Hawaiʻi County will help to keep Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park open with limited services.

Mayor Kim to Undergo Surgery Friday to Alleviate Blockage

County officials say the purpose of the surgery is to alleviate claudication, or too little blood flow to the legs, caused by the narrowing of arteries supplying blood to the lower extremities.

Mayor Harry Kim Undergoes Out-Patient Procedure

Hawaiʻi County Mayor Harry Kim underwent an out-patient procedure involving the insertion of a defibrillator as a precautionary measure at Hilo Medical Center.

BREAKING: Mayor Kim Resting After Mild Heart Attack

Hawai’i County Mayor Harry Kim was taken to the Emergency Room at Hilo Medical Center early Saturday morning with a mild heart attack.

Mayor Harry Kim Diagnosed with Relapse of Pneumonia

Hawaiʻi County Mayor Harry Kim was taken to the Emergency Room at Hilo Medical Center early Friday morning, and was diagnosed with a relapse of pneumonia.

Hawai‘i Island Mayor Signs Mandatory Evacuation Order

Hawaiʻi Island Mayor Harry Kim signed a mandatory evacuation order today requiring the mandatory evacuation of all civilians from a designated portion of the Leilani Estates subdivision, including the area East of Pōmaikaʻi Street.

Steps Taken to Mitigate Risks to Puna Geothermal Venture

Expected steps include addressing supplies of pentane gas used in production of geothermal power including options for off-site relocation or controlled leakage or burn.

BREAKING: Hawai‘i County Mayor Harry Kim Medevaced to O‘ahu as Precaution

Hawai’i County Mayor Harry Kim has been medevaced to The Queens Medical Center in Honolulu as a precautionary measure after experiencing chest pains…