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Animal Control’s 1st microchipping, licensing event is paws-itive success
More than 83 dogs and cats were microchipped and licensed during the 2 and a half hours of the clinic. Community members also showed eagerness to participate, with attendees scratching at the door to get in early.August 14, 2024 · 7:25 AM HST
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August 14, 2024 · 12:00 PM
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More than 83 dogs and cats were microchipped and licensed during the 2 and a half hours of the clinic. Community members also showed eagerness to participate, with attendees scratching at the door to get in early.
August 13, 2024 · 8:17 PM
Update: Highway 19 near mile marker 33 reopen
The portion of the highway near ‘Ō‘ōkala Road was previously closed after a semi-tractor and trailer toppled on its side earlier in the day and blocked the road.
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Overnight runway work scheduled at Hilo International Airport
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