East Hawaii News
Volcano Watch: Remembering a destructive Mauna Loa eruption 75 years ago
Mauna Loa is now quiet, so it’s a good opportunity to remember the 1950 Southwest Rift Zone eruption — the volcano’s most recent eruption to cause significant damage.
Pāhoa man sentenced to 15 years in prison for breaking into ex-girlfriend’s home, stabbing her several times in July 2021
A Hilo jury in September 2024 found Frank William Funes guilty of first-degree burglary and second-degree assault; he received the maximum penalties for both offenses, which the court ordered to be served consecutively.
U.S. Postal Service hiring rural carriers to fill positions in several Big Island communities
Hiring events planned July 18-19 at post offices in Hōlualoa, Kailua-Kona, Kealakekua, Hilo and Waimea, with salaries for assistant rural carriers and rural carrier associates starting at $20.38 per hour, plus benefits.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for July 18-24: ‘Cabaret,’ Drag In July, Relay For Life, Pokémon Day, jazz, plus more
There’s a ton of stuff happening this weekend and heading into the end of the month. We wanted to make sure we brought you some of the best, in our opinion. So take a look and check out what we came up with for this week’s top 10!
Mountain View man charged with reported theft of SUV, 2 incidents of refusing to stop
30-year-old Justin Yamauchi made his initial court appearance the afternoon of July 16 in Hilo District Court, where his bail was maintained at $135,000. He was ordered to appear July 18 for a preliminary hearing.
Update: Police report previously missing endangered runaway girl has been found
11-year-old Navaeh-Marie Serrano was located at 7 p.m. July 16 in good health.
36th annual Richardson Roughwater Swim set for end of August in Hilo
This 1-mile swim hosted by Hawai‘i County Department of Parks and Recreation at Richardson Ocean Park is designed for strong swimmers with strong swimming skills who can handle the sometimes rough course conditions, including currents and waves.
8 new adult corrections officers graduate, now working at Big Island facilities
7 of the new officers assigned to Hawaiʻi Community Correctional Center, 1 to Kulani Correctional Facility, both in East Hawai’i, following 8 weeks of vigorous classroom instruction, physical training and field training.
Rotary club gives back to veterans with free tickets to the 71st Hilo Orchid Society Show
The Rotary Club of Hilo and the Hilo Orchid Society are extending a floral gesture of gratitude to veterans, service members, and first responders ahead of the annual Orchid Show.
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.
‘Beyond just commerce’: 2025 Hawaiʻi Business Mākeke features community in practice
Vendor lineup highlights 60 businesses ‘rooted in purpose’ plus community organizations, cultural practitioners and grassroots initiatives that often collaborate with them behind the scenes.
Scheduled Hawai‘i Island lane closures on state roadways for July 12-18
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.
State reaffirms commitment to future without traffic fatalities, serious injuries,
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.
Revitalize Puna returns this weekend for free 12th activation community event
Event — hosted in collaboration between Hawai‘i County Civil Defense, Hawai‘i County Council District 4 and Hawai‘i County Disaster Recovery Division — will focus on disaster preparedness and include recovery updates.
Volcano Watch: Snowshoeing on Kīlauea? High fountain episodes pose new challenges to volcano monitoring
While it is challenging that a small portion of the Kīlauea monitoring network is impacted by the ongoing summit eruption, Hawaiian Volcano Observatory says maintaining the network during eruptions comes with the job when it’s monitoring one of the most active volcanoes on Earth.
Final phase of demolition underway at site of former Uncle Billy’s Hilo Bay Hotel on Banyan Drive
The first phase of the project involved demolition and removal of all aboveground structures, which was completed in December 2024, while this phase is focused on comprehensive site preparation at ground level and below.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for July 11-17: Women’s Ministry Group Rummage Sale, Hilo Brewfest, Hilo Hawaiian Music Festival and more
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!
Hawaiian Electric ends Public Safety Power Shutoff watch with improving weather conditions
Hawaiian Electric only initiated the proactive power shutoff program for communities at high risk of wildfires once on Maui; otherwise, any other power outages during the utility’s watch period from July 5 through today were unrelated to the program.
Kea‘au man faces charges in several 4th of July Weekend incidents that started in West Hawai‘i, ended in East Hawai‘i
20-year-old Lasty Jessy is charged with first-degree robbery, first-degree theft, unauthorized control of a propelled vehicle and other offenses in connection with an alleged car theft the evening of 4th of July at Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport and a police chase and 2-vehicle car crash fewer than 2 days later in Hilo.
