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Mothers help mothers, families in need at the Hawaiʻi Diaper Bank

A small team of mothers make a big impact for low income families on Hawaiʻi Island amid growing demands and economic challenges.

Aliʻi Drive’s 90-day trial as one-way street to create free parking also is creating traffic woes

The trial was put into place to address the skyrocketing parking prices and limited free spaces that have become a problem for the downtown business district.

Land Board votes not to accept Army’s Final Environmental Impact Statement for Pōhakuloa Training Area on Big Island

The Land Board’s rejection is a big blow to the Army, which has only four years left on its 65-year lease for the use of state-owned land for military operations and exercises.

It’s all about Mom: Mother’s Day events happening around the Big Island

From brunches to concerts, shopping opportunities and even singing telegrams plus an aerial arts pop-up class, there should be something to do that will have Mom calling all her friends later to brag about her awesome family.

New dormitory to provide stability for young women in tough situations to attend college

Project Hawaiʻi is seeking partners willing to facilitate wellness and skills workshops, volunteers for meal drives and monetary donations to help with the opening and sustainability of its new college dorm.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for May 9-15: Pō & the 4Fathers, ‘The Life of Prince Jonah Kūhiō,’ Hilo Chocolate Festival and more

No matter what you do with Mom, Grandma, Sis, Aunty or the other special mothers in your life to show them how much you appreciate them, we’re sure they will enjoy the gesture. So think about trying out something different this year by giving them a new experience.

‘Veggies for Veterans’ aims to improve health, well-being of those who served

Ho‘ōla Farms pilot program ‘bridges the gap between clinical care and food access,’ reminding its 90 East Hawai‘i participating military veterans that nourishing their bodies is vital for healing.

Get active and trek the trails in Hilo this weekend

Discover the beauty of local trails while enjoying fun activities, live music, and more with the County of Hawaiʻi’s Trek the Trails event from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. this Saturday in HIlo.

Hawai‘i Keiki Museum offers ‘science fueled fun’ at no charge all day for entire family

Nonprofit that connects children to Hawai‘i Island through hands-on exploration of science, technology, engineering, art and math offering fee-free day as part of Waikōloa Lei Day Festival; several upcoming summer events, activities and workshops planned, too.

Mellon Foundation to stabilize state humanities councils with $15 millon in emergency funding

Hawaiʻi Council for the Humanities to receive a $250,000 grant amid a $65 million federal budget cut affecting state humanities councils nationwide.

National historic park on Big Island hiring for summer jobs

Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park is now accepting applications for its summer Youth Conservation Corps employment program, which starts in June.

Hale Hālāwai O Puna to open with a celebration of Hawaiian culture this weekend

Hale Hālāwai O Puna Cultural Mākeke and Hub opens for the first time with a free celebration followed by an Activate Puna Town Party to mark the 7th anniversary of the 2018 Kīlauea eruption this Saturday.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for May 2-8: Celebrating Lei Day, Culivating community, exploring the cosmos and more

Just because the Merrie Monarch Festival is done doesn’t mean all the fun around the island is, too. From Lei Day festivities to exploring the cosmos, there’s an entire universe of activities and events unfolding during the next week. Check them out now!

Coast Guard suspends search for fisherman who went missing off Keauhou

The Coast Guard and partner agencies searched 4,863 square miles for over 89 combined hours.

Search for second missing Kona fisherman continues after kayak found Sunday

Searches have found a shoe that is believed to belong to the missing Jared Willeford, but no other evidence of the 42-year-old.

23rd Astro Day highlights astronomy, natural science and robots on Saturday in Hilo

More than 30 organizations will host demonstrations, games and activities that highlight astronomy, robotics and natural sciences.

Big Island AIDS Walk to raise awareness, crucial funds

Kumukahi Health + Wellness is hosting the annual Big Island AIDS Walk this Saturday to raise money for local programs supporting people living with HIV/AIDS.

Man faces multiple charges after an incident in Kalapana last week

Joseph Williams is set to appear in a preliminary hearing at Hilo District Court on Wednesday.

State funding secured for Puna alternate route study

Big Island lawmakers once again secured $1.5 million to fund the Puna Alternate Study after funding lapsed last year.

Reducing the Hawaiian homestead waitlist: DHHL on track to award 2,600+ leases in 2025

The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands (DHHL) presented an ambitious awards schedule before the Hawaiian Homes Commission Monday and announced its plan to issue more than 2,600 leases by the end of 2025.
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