Nearing its 100-year anniversary, the Hilo Palace Theater raises funds for an interior revitalization

The Hilo Palace Theater undergoes a transformative centennial refresh as it prepares for the official 100th anniversary opening on October 26.

Shania Tamagyongfal, who earned her undergraduate degree in anthropology and master’s in heritage management at University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo, said the support she received through the Louis Stokes Alliances for Minority Participation program helped connect her cultural identity to her scientific research, giving her the confidence to lead, collaborate and pursue work that matters to her community.

The double-hulled traditional voyaging canoes spent 4 meaningful and emotional days this week in the Tahitian community that included a powerful homecoming ceremony, activities to support vulnerable youth and a Vaʻa Symposium.

Vendor lineup highlights 60 businesses ‘rooted in purpose’ plus community organizations, cultural practitioners and grassroots initiatives that often collaborate with them behind the scenes.

The commission also will discuss the next steps to hiring a new chief.

Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Check to see if any of the planned closures will impact your commute during the next week.

Participants in this year’s derby hosted by Hawai‘i Police Department Community Policing officers from North and South Kohala as well as Kona enjoyed a day of fishing, family and fun that included making gyotaku fish prints, a lucky number drawing and the chance to win a 2-night stay at the Hilton Waikōloa Village.

28-year-old Weston Duarte was arrested the evening of July 10 after a car crash in Captain Cook following 9-1-1 text messages from his 35-year-old girlfriend to police saying he allegedly was armed, using methamphetamine, physically assaulted her and threatened to kill her.

Aimed at strengthening oversight, transparency and accountability of immigration enforcement,the Visible Identification Standards for Immigration-Based Law Enforcement, or VISIBLE, Act of 2025 would require immigration enforcement officers to display clearly visible identification during public enforcement actions.

Can you Vision Zero? Hawaiʻi Department of Health initiative developed in response to devastating impacts of tragic traffic deaths and raise awareness about how residents with shared vision to stop them can help.

Often included in the top 10 are big ticket events, festivals and activites; this week’s does, too, but we wanted to make sure you, our awesome readers, knew about a somewhat smaller event that is just as big based on its purpose. Check out the top 10 now!

Hawai‘i County Parks and Recreation invites Big Island anglers to cast a few lines from Aug. 15-17 for a chance to win some great prizes and awards while enjoying their favorite pastime and family fun. 

The Big Island has you covered in abundance when it comes to festivities in observance of the patriotic holiday, from annual rodeo and horse races in Waimea to the main events — ‘rocket’s red glare’ and ‘bombs bursting in air’ during professional fireworks shows over Hilo Bay and Kailua Bay. Check out this week’s top 10 for all the details.

“This annual celebration brings our community together in the spirit of aloha and pride,” said Kailua Village Business Improvement District Executive Director Ross Wilson Jr. in an announcement about the festivities. “The business improvement district is proud to be one of the hosts of an event that honors our nation’s history while highlighting the vibrant culture of our island traditions.”

Hot Rides Expo and Hilo Bay Blast once again offer full day of events, including live music, food trucks, keiki activities and vintage, classic and futuristic vehicles rolling into bayfront, plus a fantastic fireworks show accompanied by live music. Meanwhile, the annual Independence Day Parade and Independence Day Extravaganza fireworks exhibition return to downton Kailua-Kona for everyone’s 4th of July evening enjoyment.