East Hawai‘i News

National Weather Service reports winds have fallen to below the advisory threshold.

With the quick, unexpected support of the Hilo Elks Lodge, Olena’s Massage Center was able to reopen one month after a fire destroyed their downtown business last November.

Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting; in observance of Presidents’ Day on Feb. 16, there will be no contraflow or lane closures unless otherwise permitted.

Applications are due by 4 p.m. Feb. 27 and must be submitted online; this year marks the 21st year of the scholarship program, honoring Hawaiʻi high school seniors for all-around excellence and their commitment to well-being.

The move marks the second phase of Goodwill Hawaiʻi’s long-term plan to consolidate its retail business and human services programs at one location to better serve the East Hawaiʻi community.

Navia Nash was last seen at 7 p.m. Wednesday (Feb. 11) on ‘Ua‘u Road in Mountain View, wearing a gray hoodie and camouflage sweatpants.

The County of Hawaiʻi has installed a new roundabout at the intersection of Kawili and Manono streets to help improve traffic flow.

The cleaning project, which begins Monday (Feb. 16) is expected to last about 2 weeks, barring any unforeseen circumstances; the facility has been closed since Jan. 24 when volcanic ash and glass strands of Pele’s hair began falling into the pool during Episode 41 of lava fountaining from the ongoing episodic summit eruption of Kīlauea volcano.

Valentine’s Day is Saturday (Feb. 14), and there are several events and activities happening this weekend around the island that will make great date options. So good that Cupid himself approves. Check them out now!

The Big Island is invited to help celebrate the 17th birthday for one of Pana’ewa Rainforest Zoo’s binturongs — often called “bearcats”; she was born Feb. 9, 2009, at the Hilo zoo.

Strong trade winds continue to produce high surf along east-facing shore from North Hawai’i through Kaʻū; large breaking waves of 7 to 10 feet are still expected until 6 a.m. Thursday.

The cold, wet and rainy day in Volcano didn’t stop any of those who participated in the nonprofit’s Aloka the Peace Dog Walk for Peace this past weekend from showing their support for compassion, love and peace.

The state junior team program is aimed at identifying elite junior golfers in each state and providing them with an opportunity for further development; Leo Saito and Jake Otani of Hilo were named as members of the 2026 team.

All Big Island students in grades kindergarten through 12 are eligible to submit designs for the contest, but don’t wait; the deadline to enter is this Friday (Feb. 13).

Scouts will launch cookie booths Feb. 20 statewide for the world’s largest girl-led entrepreneurial program, which this year includes a new flavor to satisfy customer cravings.

The show — with a raw honesty and contemporary relevance — explores themes of loneliness, truth, mental health and the universal desire to be seen and understood; it opens Friday (Feb. 13) at East Hawaiʻi Cultural Center in downtown Hilo.

“The Rose Award recognizes women in our community who have made a significant impact on the lives of others through their employment, volunteer activities and associations.” said Zonta Club of Hilo President Laurie Higashi.

This comprehensive course — with online and in-person sessions — covers vital components of emergency preparedness and response, including triage and first aid, search and rescue and fire suppression and safety.

Journey Through the Universe hosted its 22nd year with 46 volunteer educators visiting classrooms, participating in career panels and hosting community events all about astronomy.

Big Island residents are invited Feb. 21 to Prince Kūhiō Plaza in Hilo for the chance to connect with top employers, grow their professional network, access education and training resources and more.