7/1/2025 Hawai`i Fireworks Laws Have Hefty Consequences
 An article in the Associated Press (AP) explains why
Gov. Josh Green said "No joke. So don't do it," referring to the use of illegal fireworks in the islands. The new laws take effect immediately, according to the article.
[Ed. note: Pualani Estates prohibits fireworks, and any violations could result in a $500 fine.]
6/30/2025 Coconut Rhinoceros Beetle Poses Serious Threat
 The County of Hawaiʻi, in coordination with the Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture (HDOA), is issuing a three-month voluntary compliance order for parts of West Hawaiʻi to stop the movement of host materials for the coconut rhinoceros beetle (CRB).
The voluntary order is effective July 1 through Sept. 30 and applies to an area where CRB detections have occurred in the last six months. Borders of the compliance area include Waikoloa Road, Mamalahoa Highway (Highway 190) from Waikoloa Road to Palani Road in Kailua-Kona, and along the coastline from Palani Road to Waikoloa Road.
"The coconut rhinoceros beetle poses a serious threat to our island's agriculture, and we are asking for your kōkua to stop the spread before it gets out of hand," said Mayor Kimo Alameda. "Early intervention and cooperation are key to preventing long-term damage and protecting our island from this destructive invasive species."
To stop the spread of CRB, residents and business operators in this area are asked not to transport CRB host materials.
6/24/2025 - County Transfer Stations Remain Open on July 4
[SOURCE: COH] The County of Hawaiʻi Department of Environmental Management announces that all transfer stations will maintain their regular hours of operation on Friday, July 4.
However, scrap metal and appliance recycling services will not be available on the holiday, as the contracted vendor will be closed in observance of Independence Day.
These services will resume normal operations on July 5.
For more information on transfer station operations, contact the Department of Environmental Management at cohdem@hawaiicounty.gov or 808-961-8800.
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