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Aloha Skate’s players are ready to improve their game, as roller derby in Hawai‘i continues to rebuild in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

If you’re seeking an international experience right here on the Big Island, look no farther than the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo campus during the 49th annual International Night. It’s just one of the many activities and events happening around the island.

The award dinner is also a fundraiser for the Zonta Club of Hilo and will help support scholarships for young women, programs on confidence building for middle school girls, women’s and girls’ advocacy, and Pay-it-Forward micro-grants to local women-owned businesses.

A study from researchers with the University of Hawaii at Mānoa has identified novel molecules linked to Alzheimer’s disease, the university announced on Feb. 12.

Parents whose keiki are not properly restrained will be directed to inspection stations, where certified technicians will assist them.

A total of $20,000 in assistance is available through the women’s club in 2024 on the Big Island.

Leading scientists and industry experts will discuss topics such as soil health, fertilizer use, processing for quality and a host of others relevant to the issues faced by Hawai‘i coffee farms. Vendors will also be on site to share the latest information and technology.

Hawaii Community College is one of 17 associate’s degree granting institutions across the nation – out of more than 1,200 – to receive the recognition for the 2023-2024 academic year. 

Just because Valentine’s Day was Wednesday doesn’t mean you still can’t celebrate with your sweetie this weekend, too. There’s plenty happening around the island that would make for a great date or outing with family and friends.

Lawmakers listened to testimony from a variety of groups ranging from state agencies, marijuana dispensaries to cannabis users.

The state announced victory in a multimillion-dollar lawsuit brought by Nevada developer DW Aina Leʻa Development, LLC, surrounding the Villages at Aina Leʻa project in Waikōloa on Feb. 13.

AARP volunteers in East Hawai’i created 200 handmade Valentine’s Day cards that were given to the Hawai’i County Nutrition Program to be distributed Wednesday with residents’ meals.

A generous donor has offered to match any size donation up to $5,000 through Feb. 29 so the sanctuary can keep the animals in need it shelters hydrated.

The road is named for the late Hawaiʻi CC chancellor who played a major role in developing the campus.

Looking for a fun way to celebrate Lunar New Year? Need a date idea for your Valentine? We’ve got you covered.

Each year, the Big Island Press Club Scholarship Foundation awards thousands of dollars to college students pursuing journalism and related fields in higher education.

Lawmakers are looking to add $19 million to the University of Hawai‘i’s annual budget to fund the expansion of a community college scholarship to university students at Mānoa, Hilo and West O‘ahu.

The first week of February 2024 is once again packed full of events for the whole family.

The Big Island will have the chance this weekend to bid aloha to former Hawai’i County Mayor William “Billy” Kenoi, who died 3 years ago after battling cancer, during a special celebration of life in Hilo. That’s just one of the many events and activities happening around the island during the next week.

Grants ranging from $50,000 to $75,000 for an 18-month period were awarded to 10 organizations.