Community
Waikōloa teacher raising funds for trip to Bishop Museum for 14 Global Scholar students
“For 90% of my students, this will be the first time they ever experience going to a museum, as there are none on our island, and for some, it is the first time off-island,” Waikōloa Middle School teacher Sylvie Bright said.
KOKO Clinic in Waimea step closer to relocating, expanding services for Native Hawaiians
The relocation would allow the clinic to expand its treatment rooms to provide primary care, psychiatry, psychology, women’s health, la‘au lapa‘au, lomilomi and acupuncture services.
Pāhoa park renamed after beloved Big Island mayor Billy Kenoi who died of cancer
More than 150 people gathered Wednesday at the Pāhoa park to celebrate the legacy and life of the former Hawai‘i County mayor, Billy Kenois
Hear ye, hear ye! First Honoka‘a Renaissance Faire cometh
The all-day faire will host an array of wondrous sights from local artisans peddling crafted wares and meals, medieval-themed games for all ages, a garden for parched guests to refresh themselves with mead or ale, and a stage with arts.
UH study: No-fishing zones benefit ʻahi, other large fish species
The recovery is good news for the environment and the global tuna fishing industry, which generates $40 billion in revenues each year and supports millions of jobs around the world.
Traffic light maintenance scheduled for portion of Kamehameha Avenue in Hilo
Hawai’i County Department of Public Works Traffic Division personnel will be re-wiring the traffic lights at the intersection of Mānono Street, Lihiwai Street and Kamehameha Avenue.
Hawai‘i Police Department’s Capt. Amon-Wilkins honored with Haweo Award
Capt. Rio Amon-Wilkins is commander of the Area I Criminal Investigation Division, which is comprised of the Juvenile Aid Section, Vice Section, Criminal Investigation Section and Crime Lab.
Ceci the cat brought back to life after being rescued from a Big Island house fire
A firefighter recruit used a pediatric mask to provide the feline with high-flow oxygen.
Mayor Roth to announce advisory committee to guide future of controversial Waipiʻo Valley
“Once we open the road, we don’t want to go back to the same issue we had for the past 20 years.” — Mayor Mitch Roth
Queen’s North Hawai’i Community Hospital looking for volunteers
Volunteers are needed to support hospital patients and their families. No special skills are required. The only qualification required is your desire to help others.
Public input sought for project at Pu’uhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park
The National Park Service is in the early stages of project planning to remove and replace the existing maintenance facilities at the park that are no inappropriately occupying areas that contain historic and ancient archaeological resources.
Rangers advise caution as winter conditions set in on Mauna Kea
When winter comes to Mauna Kea, which means “White Mountain,” many people want to see the snow in tropical Hawai’i.
Free Spring afterschool programs at Kealakehe and Konawaena elementary schools
The interactive curriculum for students in kingergarten through 5th grade focuses on three main areas: Hawaiian language/culture, STEAM and literacy.
Community ambassadors trained to assess wildfire risk for Big Island property owners
These are not your typical home assessors who determine the value of your place, but specially trained people who will conduct free reviews of how safe a property and its structures are from the threat of wildfires.
Noise advisory: Active-duty Army training to be conducted in Hilo
Army units will conduct training Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 5-6, at Keaukaha Military Reservation.
Holiday food drive kicks off at South Kohala resort
Hawaiʻi Island community members are invited to support The Food Basket now through Dec. 22
Six Big Island nonprofits recommended for $400,000 in County stewardship grants
The grant money would come from a special Public Access, Open Space and Natural Resources Preservation Maintenance Fund.
Energize Kākou: State publishes community voices on energy
Energize Kākou participants were asked to share their thoughts about how renewable energy developers should interact with host-communities.
Kona Community Aquatic Center to close for facility upgrades
The Kona Community Aquatic Center near Old Kona Airport Park will temporarily close for a large facility upgrade project.
Date for next Puna Geothermal Venture quarterly community meeting changed
Those planning to attend the next quarterly community meeting to discuss plant operations at Puna Geothermal Venture will need to update their schedules.
