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A powerful Big Island landowner seems to be backing off it’s opposition to a much-needed road from Puna to Hilo. Now, the county needs to act.

Big Island government offices, parks, libraries and schools are closed Wednesday due to the storm.

Officials direct millions of dollars toward deferred maintenance projects and longstanding community concerns.

Neglected parks, a dangerous main intersection and a single road in and out are just some of the challenges.

The utility that buys power from the plant has asked regulators for a temporary pause in proceedings.

The money won’t go very far but officials hope it will set a new course for the community.

Neighbors say the blocked access creates safety concerns and diminishes their quality of life. He wants to contain his cattle.

The site at University of Hawaii-Hilo Research Park will also be home to the USGS Pacific Islands Ecosystems Research Center.

The top priority is to provide service to residents in unserved or underserved areas, and the state plans to generate a list by December of the properties that will benefit.

Ongoing health, safety and cultural concerns have still not been addressed.