East Hawaii News
UPDATE: Missing Hiker Located in HPP Subdivision
36-year-old Chad Chun, who had gone missing in HPP Saturday, was located by family members today using hunting dogs.
‘March to Evict Monsanto’ Sees Large Turnout
Hundreds of demonstrators take to the street to protest GMO field experiments on the Big Island.
Hilo Boy, 3, Run Over by Truck in Puna Subdivision
Police said the boy had been playing in the pickup and jumped out when it began rolling backwards.
Police Officer, Firefighter Honored for Public Service
Ryan Domingo and Ian Smith have been named Officer of the Year and Firefighter of the Year, respectively.
PLDC-Killing Bill Scheduled for Hearing Next Week
The hearing will be the first for either of the anti-PLDC bills since the House and Senate swapped their versions in mid-February.
Renovation and Expansion of Edith Kanakaole Stadium Finished
The work was done just ahead of the Merrie Monarch Festival which will celebrate its 50th anniversary beginning March 31.
‘March to Evict Monsanto’ Scheduled Saturday in Hilo
The protest against genetically modified organisms, also known as GMOs, will begin at the King Kamehameha statute on Hilo’s Bayfront.
Japanese Chamber’s ‘Taste’ Event Raises $10k for HCC
The donation was made possible by the Japanese Chamber of Commerce & Industry’s “A Taste of Hilo” event held in October.
UPDATE: Cold Front Fizzles, Drying Trend Forecast
Expected heavy rains failed to materialize, but forecasters say showers are still likely over the Big Island, especially in windward sections.
House Committee Approves Marijuana Decriminalization Bill
The Judiciary Committee made changes to the House version of the Senate bill but kept possession of small amounts a civil violation.
Police Release March 15 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Mo`oheau Parking Lot Work to Conclude Tuesday
Completion of the downtown Hilo project is scheduled for Friday, with striping to be done by next Tuesday.
Water Vapor Discovery Provides Clues to Planet Formation
Astronomers using the Keck Observatory have been able to obtain the clearest analysis yet of the makeup of a distant planet.
Census: Big Island Getting Five New Residents Daily
According to the US Census Bureau, the state is seeing a net decrease in domestic migration.
‘Hats Off’ for Donations to Red Cross This Weekend
Volunteers, including off-duty firefighters and members of the military, will be collecting donations to the American Red Cross.
House Passes $23.3 Billion State Budget
If approved by the Senate, the new budget would add would add $1.35 billion in spending.
Pahoa Man Charged for Armed Robbery of Hilo Couple
25-year-old Patrick John Lindsey allegedly threatened couple at gunpoint in their carport last June.
Hawaii’s Chief Information Officer Wins National Award
Hawaii is the only state government to gain national recognition at the “Federal 100 Awards” for efforts at improving it’s IT systems.
Report Tallies Economic Impact of Hawaii Beer Distributors
Hawaiians are estimated to consume more than 32 gallons of beer per person. According to a recent study, beer distributors generate over $200 million annually in the Hawaii economy.
