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Hawai‘i County Council adopts funding measure for Puna Alternate Routes Study

The goal of the study is to determine where other routes could be placed to help alleviate the district’s longstanding issues of traffic congestion and need for another evacuation route when natural disasters strike, such as eruptions and lava flows, and better access for emergency response.

Traffic safety, infrastructure upgrades near Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park entrance begin soon

People coming to the park should expect limited parking, delays at the entrance station and the potential for temporary area closures, especially if an eruption occurs. In addition to reduced parking near Kīlauea Visitor Center, half the parking lot at Uēkahuna is reserved for the construction project.

Water to be temporarily shut off March 5 for portion of Pōhakulani Street in Hilo

Water will be shut off from 8 a.m. to noon in the area between West Kawailani Street and West Puainako Street so new valves can be installed.

Police seek two men for questioning in sex assault investigation involving 10-year-old girl in Hilo Target toy section

The incident happened just after 5 p.m. Dec. 26, 2023, in the toy section of a business establishment on Maka‘ala Street in Hilo.

16-year-old runs away again same day she’s located after previously reported as runaway

Cherish Ahulau-Kaleo was last seen at 1 p.m. Feb. 23 in the Pāhoa area.

Top 20 things to do on Big Island for Feb. 29-March 6: ‘One Uddah Mid’Summah,’ Ekolu CD release party, David Nelson Band returns and much more

Want to catch a Shakespeare classic with a local twist? Kahilu Theatre in Waimea has an upcoming production right up your alley. It’s just one of the events and activities happening around the island during the next week.

Update: Missing woman located in good health

Patrice Kirk is Caucasian, 5 feet 3 inches tall and 138 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes.

State to collect unwanted pesticides from Big Island farms, commercial users

Drop-off events are scheduled for 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 9 in Kona and April 11 in Hilo. The deadline to register is March 14.

Hilo man charged with auto theft after Tacoma stolen from repair shop

18-year-old Russel Britos faces multiple charges stemming from an incident the afternoon of Feb. 24 at the shop in the 400 block of Kīlauea Avenue.

Business Monday: Cosmic Drive Hilo to light up Banyan Drive beginning March 1

Think golf meets cosmic bowling and long-range yard darts. The Big Island’s newest attraction combines the challenge of hitting glow-in-the-dark golf balls and striking lighted targets from 40 to about 120 yards out with a party-like atmosphere complete with a disco light show and music.

Top 20 things to do on the Big Island for Feb. 22-29: International Night, ʻImiloa’s 18th birthday celebration, all-you-can-eat ice cream and much more

If you’re seeking an international experience right here on the Big Island, look no farther than the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo campus during the 49th annual International Night. It’s just one of the many activities and events happening around the island.

Kea‘au woman charged after allegedly striking her 2 children in heads with slipper, placing one in headlock

Holly Kaleki White’s initial court appearance was Feb. 14 in Hilo District Court, where her bail was maintained. She remains incarcerated at the Hawai’i Community Correctional Center in Hilo, pending a preliminary hearing.

High bacteria count advisory issued for 4 Mile beach in Hilo

The Hawai’i Department of Health Clean Water Branch issued the advisory because potentially harmful microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, protozoa or parasites could be present in the water.

Cupid Crew to make special Valentine’s delivery to residents of Yukio Okutsu State Veterans Home

AARP volunteers in East Hawai’i created 200 handmade Valentine’s Day cards that were given to the Hawai’i County Nutrition Program to be distributed Wednesday with residents’ meals.

Update: 51-year-old woman from Hilo found in good health

Deirdre Ichimura was found in good health Monday morning in Hilo.

Rainbow Friends Animal Sanctuary seeks donations to help upgrade water system

A generous donor has offered to match any size donation up to $5,000 through Feb. 29 so the sanctuary can keep the animals in need it shelters hydrated.

Business Monday: Give your Valentine the experience of a tree-to-chocolate tour at Lavaloha

The 1,000-acre cacao and coffee farm nestled about 5 miles above Hilo, just a 10 minute drive up Aumauulu Road from downtown, on the gentle slopes of Mauna Kea on the Big Island, invites guests to experience the entire process from tree to tasty treat.

Big Island police renew request for information about nearly 40-year-old unsolved Hilo murder

Detectives from Hawai‘i Police Department’s Unsolved Homicides Unit received new information from witnesses regarding an unknown man who was seen arguing with 26-year-old Lynn Ebisuzaki some time prior to her death in May 1987 at a church in the 1800 block of Kino‘ole Street.

County Council drives ahead with new funding bill for study to identify alternate routes in Puna

The goal of the study and any future infrastructure, which is not a part of the proposed funding measure, is to find where other roadways could be placed in the district to help alleviate the longstanding issue of traffic congestion and increase capacity for evacuation in the event of a natural disaster and emergency response.

Top 20 things to do on Big Island for Feb. 8-14: Chinese New Year, Valentine’s events abound, but don’t miss annual Wiliwili Festival and more

Looking for a fun way to celebrate Lunar New Year? Need a date idea for your Valentine? We’ve got you covered.
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