East Hawaii News

“Our donors and volunteers are the backbone of this project. Every contribution, big or small, brings us closer to our vision of a well-planned, well-connected and safe trail system.” — Hilo Bayfront Trails President Andi Ellis

There are probably two “zones” on the Big Island to get the best views of the setting sun, and perhaps the more coveted of the two because of its lack of light pollution and most often amazingly clear skies is above the clouds atop Mauna Kea. However, the mauna apparently has become even more of a popular place as of late to check out sunset, and it’s causing some traffic congestion issues.

Some graduate students at University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo lost their research funding and educational stipends as a result of stop work orders and freezes on federal grant funds.

32-year-old Andrew Griffin was arrested Feb. 18 at Home Depot in Hilo on an outstanding no bail warrant for two counts of aggravated murder in relation to the September 2021 deaths of Thomas Steed Strussion and Angela Jo Strussion.

Discussions covered key issues such as adopting new technology, staff development, transparency, student fees and expanding collaborative efforts.

People are urged to be aware of the conditions around them and how they could react to vog. They are also encouraged to access air quality data on the the state Health Department Clean Air Branch website and Hawai‘i Interagency Vog Information Dashboard for the most up-to-date information about vog.

The immersive course equips volunteers with the skills and knowledge needed safely respond to emergencies involving animals through real life scenarios.

22-year-old Seanson Marpel was arrested and charged with first-degree robbery, second-degree assault, second-degree theft, first-degree terroristic threatening and several more charges connected with Feb. 25 incident outside Wailoa Grill.

Six-month project begins March 3 to relocate and upgrade 56 utility poles and install new equipment along Highway 11, improving system reliability and resilience.

Even the most stalwart non-artsy type will have their interest piqued by the events on this week’s top 10 things to do around the island. Check them out right now!

There also have been 7 fatal crashes and 8 fatalities on Big Island roadways since the beginning of 2025, a 40% increase for fatal wrecks and 60% increase for traffic fatalities already in just less than 3 months.

Despite their outward differences, the fundamental engines that power volcanism in both regions are quite similar. There’s a lot of aloha in southern Idaho and northwestern Wyoming.

Located 1.25 miles past the park entrance at Kīlauea Military Camp, the center is a substitute for Kīlauea Visitor Center as it undergoes extensive renovations during the next couple of years.

Lava fountains reached as high as 600 feet for part of the most recent eruptive activity of the ongoing summit eruption of the Big Island volcano, with lava covering between 75% and 80% of the Halemaʻumaʻu Crater floor.

Newest eruptive activity of ongoing eruption of Big Island volcano began just before 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, with lava fountaining to more than 200 feet about 30 minutes later.

Downtown Hilo officers on Wednesday will discuss their work and policing efforts in the downtown area. More importantly, they will listen to ideas and suggestions about how they can work together with the community to make downtown Hilo a safer and more enjoyable environment for all.

According to Friends of the Hakalau Forest, this large cut in staff will have immediate impacts on ongoing vital projects that help secure the future of endangered endemic birds and plants.

Students at every fair are tasked with producing a project on any historical or civic event that follows this year’s theme of “Rights and Responsibilities.”

The Office of Hawaiian Affairs helps to make home ownership possible with a mortgage program offering a low down payment option, a below market interest rate, and a no mortgage insurance requirement.

Funds will go toward replacing cesspools with wastewater systems and for upgrades needed to the infrastructure on the tarmac at the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo.