Community
Big Island Chocolate Festival awards $8,000 to 3 beneficiaries
The 2023 Big Island Chocolate Festival awarded $8,000 in proceeds to three educational organizations.
Ohana Fuels supports Hawai’i Island United Way with ‘Fuel Up. Do Good.’ program
This summer, a portion of all sales at Ohana Fuels locations on Hawai’i Island will be donated to Hawai’i Island United Way.
Draft environmental assessment released for using modified mosquitoes to save native birds on Kauaʻi
The draft environmental assessment was made public for the use of Wolbachia-based incompatible male mosquitoes on Kauaʻi to stop the spread of avian malaria that is decimating native forest bird populations.
Calling all artists: Vibrant Hawaiʻi joins One Nation One Project initiative
Vibrant Hawaiʻi has been selected to join the second cohort of One Nation One Project, a national initiative that focuses on the transformative power of the arts to heal and strengthen communities.
Gov. Green returns to Hawai‘i Island where he practiced medicine to sign health care bills
On Thursday, Gov. Josh Green came to Hawai‘i Island — where he worked as an emergency room doctor — to sign his first health bills as the state’s leader.
Road closures scheduled for Hilo’s Pride Parade this weekend
The roads used for the parade route will close at 10:45 a.m., 15 minutes prior to the parade starting at 11 a.m. and reopen at the conclusion of the parade at noon.
Hilo, Kona celebrate International Make Music Day with live performances June 21
Make Music Hawaiʻi presents live performances in Hilo and Kona on June 21 as part of the global celebration of Make Music Day.
Hawaiʻi Police Department to host free Keiki Fishing Derby for Kohala residents July 15
Hawaiʻi Police Department’s South Kohala Community Policing section is hosting a free Keiki Fishing Derby on July 15 for North and South Kohala residents aged 5 to 18.
Big Island backpack drive underway for keiki in need
New and unfilled backpacks may be dropped off at any Hawai‘i Island police station now through July 15.
New Waikōloa public library receives $1.9 million in state funding to complete design
The new Waikōloa Public Library will receive $1.9 million in capital improvement funding from the State of Hawaiʻi to complete the full design.
Hōkūleʻa crew monitors weather for best time to leave Alaska as they embark on 4-year voyage
Due to inclement weather, the ceremonial blessing and global launch ceremony of Hōkūleʻa on its four-year Moananuiākea Voyage has been rescheduled.
Inaugural Climate Community Fair to take place June 17 in Hilo with 50 organizations
The free inaugural Climate Community Fair in Hilo is part of the Hawaiʻi Climate Commission’s effort to hold annual fairs in communities statewide to educate people about how to create more sustainable and resilient plans.
Hawaiian monk seal spotted resting on lava rock along West Hawai‘i coast
Hawaiian monk seals haul out of the ocean for three main reasons: resting, molting and pupping.
Prestigious Molokaʻi Hoe Canoe Race returns after 3-year hiatus
The 41-mile, grueling Molokaʻi Hoe Canoe Race, which has been held for 72 years, is back after a three-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hawaiʻi Childrens Action Network offering free leadership training program
The Hawaiʻi Parent Leadership Training Institute helps participants become strong, confident community leaders by developing their leadership, communication and advocacy skills.
Hawaiʻi Care Choices to host free Healthcare Talk Story on disaster preparedness
Hawai’i Care Choices in Hilo is hosting a free Healthcare Talk Story on June 12, aimed at preparing for natural disasters and supporting community well-being.
Families gather for World Ocean Day in Downtown Hilo
Families gather for World’s Oceans Day in Downtown Hilo’s Kalākaua Park on Saturday.
Kealakehe, Konawaena Debate Club students visit courthouse, explore career opportunities
Debate Club students from Kealakehe Intermediate School and Konawaena Middle School recently visited the Keahuolū Courthouse to learn about the three branches of government, courtroom procedures and employment opportunities within the judicial system.
King Kamehameha Day festivities scheduled this weekend across the Big Island
King Kamehameha Day events on the Big Island include parades and lei drapings at two statues of the man who united the Hawaiian Islands.
Hawai‘i Community College dean’s list spring 2023
Hawai‘i Community College in Hilo recognizes students who achieved a GPA of 3.5 or higher with Dean’s List honors for Spring 2023.
