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Low Numbers Force Kohala to Bow Out of Football Season
A mixture of low numbers and a rising forfeiture fee were factors in the decision to cancel Kohala’s football season.
State Taking Steps to Prevent Spread of Mosquito
Officials are concerned about the spread of the Aedes aegypti mosquito which can transmit dengue fever; the mosquito is already established on the Big Island.
UPDATE: One Charged in Connection with Gunshots Fired
Police said the incident that occurred late Monday night resulted in the arrest of five individuals, include two juveniles.
Kailua-Kona Group Unveils Plan for Village
Allowing sidewalk dining is among the goals in the five-year plan adopted by the Kailua Village Business Improvement District.
Humane Society Again Offering ‘Primp Your Pit’ Program
The campaign offers spaying or neutering of pit bull terriers and their mixes as well as a nail trim for a $20 fee.
Police Officer Wounds Kona Man Threatening Suicide
Police said the man was attempting to use a rifle on himself when he was shot by the officer in the shoulder.
County Looking to Continue LED Streetlight Conversion
As the cost of the new fixtures come down next year, the county will resume the replacement of old low-pressure sodium streetlights.
OPINION: Hidden Gems – Hawaii’s Little-Known New Laws
While the rest of the world celebrates a royal baby, we unwrap some little-known bundles of jargon.
Kailua-Kona Brush Fire Blackens 1,000 Acres, Nearly Contained
The fire prompted the temporary evacuation Saturday of 300 residents of two apartment buildings for several hours.
Libraries Getting More eBooks, Public Access Computers
The system is getting 600 new computers — including 171 for the Big Island — through a partnership of state agencies with help from the private sector.
Schools in Keaau, Pahoa Chosen for Digital-Based Learning Program
The program builds on successes like those seen at Keaau Elementary, where expanded use of personal computers has boosted test scores and attendance.
Little Chance of Cyclone From Low 850 miles SE of Hilo
The National Weather Service said the low-pressure system could bring some moisture to the state beginning with the Big Island Sunday night.
UPDATE: Suspect Arrested in Carjacking Case Named
The arrest of the 19-year-old former Puna man came following an island-wide bulletin issued for the stolen car.
Purse-Snatching Reported Wednesday in Downtown Hilo
No one was injured in the incident that occurred on Haili Street at about 12:50 p.m.
CDC: Hawaii Residents Have Longest ‘Healthy Life Expectancy’
Residents of the Aloha State can expect another 16.2 years of healthy living when they reach the age of 65, a report said.
Governor, Cabinet to Hold Community Meeting in Hilo Friday
The meeting will be from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at UCB Room 100 at the University of Hawaii at Hilo.
Abercrombie to Recognize Outstanding Older American Ito
The governor will attend a ceremony in Hilo Friday honoring Shirley Ito, one of two named as special volunteering seniors on the Big Island this year.
Kealakehe Regional Park Plan Presentation on Tuesday
The final plan for the proposed 190-acre Kona park will be available for public review at the West Hawaii Civic Center.
Laser Guide Stars Focus of Imiloa Presentation Friday
The talk on artificial stars and how they are used is part of the Imiloa Astronomy Center’s monthly Maunakea Skies program.
All Sirens Sounded Today; May Be a First
While past monthly tests are believed to always have had some failures, today’s exercise revealed only two relatively minor glitches.
