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Business Monday: Queens’ Culinary Marketplace connects shoppers with island agriculture
The new and innovate market hosted on the second and fourth Thursdays of every month at Queens’ Marketplace features fresh produce, local delights, value-added products and more, all locally grown or produced and made on the Big Island. It highlights the rich argricultural and culinary creativity found in Hawai‘i.
Search for pilot, passenger suspended following helicopter crash in waters off Kaua‘i
Missing are 69-year-old Guy Croyden, pilot of the helicopter, and 60-year-old James Quintua, one of the passengers.
Update: High surf advisory once again extended for south-facing shores
According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, large breaking waves of 8 to 12 feet are expected early this morning, then declining to 7 to 10 feet this afternoon.
Zonta Club of Hilo awards $15,400 in scholarships to women
Two winners have been advanced to compete for additional awards and scholarships at the district and international levels of Zonta.
NOAA ‘mother ship’ circling Hawaiian Islands as scientist scuba divers monitor coral reefs
Twenty scientists, in addition to crew members, are aboard Oscar Elton Sette, which departed its home port of Honolulu on July 1.
Police seek elderly Volcano man last seen in May; only recently reported missing
William Hammett is considered an endangered missing person due to his age.
Downtown Hilo robbery suspect charged following reported assault of drone surveyors
Kukaua Keli’iho’oluhi Kaupe Bright remains in custody pending his initial court appearance, as he is unable to post bail set at $12,100.
2 Big Island state land advisory councils seek applicants to fill vacant seats
The Hawai‘i Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Forestry and Wildlife, in cooperation with the U.S. Forest Service, is accepting applications to fill seats on the Laupāhoehoe and Puʻuwaʻawaʻa advisory councils.
Big Island weekly lane closures: July 13-19
Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice.
‘He who speaks softly yet moves mountains’: Late Big Island lawmaker Mark Nakashima praised by family, friends, colleagues and constituents
The 61-year-old who grew up in Honoka‘a and was first elected in 2008 to the District 1 state House seat was impeccably commited to public service and unwaveringly dedicated to the people of his district and the entire state.
Warrant sweep in East Hawai‘i yields 12 arrests
The operation was conducted by Hawai’i Police Department’s Area I Crime Reduction Unit and officers from the South Hilo and Puna patrol divisions, in conjunction with the United States Marshals Service Hawai’i Task Force, the Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement.
One suspect taken into custody in connection to robbery in downtown Hilo
The Area I Criminal Investigation Section is continuing this investigation. As of this time, Bright has not been charged.
Paving of Pu‘ainakō Street to be completed in August
Remaining work on Puʻainakō Street includes the installation of speed humps, loop detectors and striping.
Coast Guard searching for missing people following helicopter crash off Kaua‘i coast
The helicopter that crashed was a Robinson R44 from the Ali’i Kauaʻi Air Tours and Charters company in Kaua‘i. The helicopter had one pilot and two passengers aboard.
Another candidate forum scheduled for mayoral hopefuls in 2024 primary election
The live broadcast will feature mayoral candidates Kimo Alameda, Breeani Kobayashi, incumbent Mitch Roth and Jr. Tupa‘i.
Beat the heat: Statewide campaign aimed at keeping residents, visitors safe during hottest months of year
While Hawaiʻi is known for its moderate climate and cooling trade winds, rising temperatures and high relative humidity pose a significant health risk.
Volcano Watch: More shaking on Kīlauea’s south flank; did you feel it?
From subtle shakes that feel like wind to abrupt jolting that knocks dishes off the counter, living on this volcanically active island means accepting that the ground beneath our feet will not always keep still.
Upgrading tradition: Drones aid restoration, resilience of Native Hawaiian fishponds
Researchers from the University of Hawai‘i and fishpond stewards in Hilo are using these unmanned aerial vehicles to support integrated coastal zone management, including at cultural heritage sites.
Murder investigation opened in case of dead man found in makeshift Ocean View grave
The body of Adam Santos was found buried in a make shift grave in a vacant lava field July 2. A forensic pathologist ruled his death was caused by multiple blunt force trauma to his head.
Big Island state lawmaker Mark Nakashima dies; flags ordered at half-staff
“This is a tremendous loss for the Hāmākua, Hilo and Kaʻūmana community and the House of Representatives. Mark served his community and our state with dignity and respect. He will be missed. Our heartfelt condolences go to Mark’s family during this time.” — Hawai’i House Speaker Scott K. Saiki