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Big Island invited to put on its red, white and blue, turn out for 4th of July festivities in Hilo and Kona
Hot Rides Expo and Hilo Bay Blast once again offer full day of events, including live music, food trucks, keiki activities and vintage, classic and futuristic vehicles rolling into bayfront, plus a fantastic fireworks show accompanied by live music. Meanwhile, the annual Independence Day Parade and Independence Day Extravaganza fireworks exhibition return to downton Kailua-Kona for everyone’s 4th of July evening enjoyment.
U.S. Coast Guard: Fewest recreational boating fatalities reported in more than 50 years
The 2024 Recreational Boating Statistics Report revealed a nationwide fatality rate of 4.8 deaths per 100,000 registered recreational vessels, a 2% decrease from 2023. There were just 11 incidents total in Hawai‘i waters last year, with only 1 fatality.
Nearly 2 dozen wanted individuals taken into custody during sweep on Hawai‘i Island
From June 23-27, Hawai‘i Island police worked in conjunction with the United States Marshals Service Hawai‘i Task Force, the Department of Homeland Security Investigations and the Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement to bring these fugitives to justice.
Before the fireworks begin, paniolo pride will shine at the Parker Ranch July 4 rodeo
The legacy of Hawaiian cowboys comes alive through exhilarating competitions and family-friendly festivities at the 61st Annual July 4 Rodeo and Horse Races at Parker Ranch this Friday.
State enacts more measures from 2024 law to prevent dog attacks
New state measures involving dangerous dogs originally passed in 2024, partly due to the mauling death of a 71-year-old man who was just out for a walk on the Big Island.
3 locations available where fireworks permits can be purchased for 4th of July celebrations
Permits can be purchased through 8 p.m. July 4 for $25 by those 18 years old and older at TNT Tents in Hilo, Kona and Keaʻau.
Office of Hawaiian Affairs budget shows commitment to strengthening Native Hawaiian community
“To fulfill the bold goals we’ve set in education, health, economic resilience and housing, we need both strong programs and strong people,” said Office of Hawaiian Affairs Chief Executive Officer Stacy Ferreira. “This budget ensures we have both.”
Transfer stations will be open July 4
However, Hawaiʻi County reports that scrap metal and appliance recycling will be unavailable on the holiday
State Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement marine patrols now on all islands
While land-based Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement officers supplement the work of the marine patrol units as needed, it’s up to the oceangoing patrols to be on the water regularly. Marine patrol units are now active on are now active on O‘ahu, Maui, Kaua‘i and Hawai‘i Island.
Hawaiian Electric warns of scammers sending QR codes to make payments
Electric utility urges vigilance as it received 10 fraud reports since mid-June from businesses on Oʻahu saying scammers threatened to diconnect power. Two businesses were scammed into making cash payments.
Police investigate a possible drowning in Hilo
Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating the potential drowning of a 51-year old visitor following a scuba diving lesson at Waiolena Beach Park on June 30.
State funds Kona Women’s Court, a pilot program starting in September
The Kona Women’s Court will start with 14 women.
Drones now allowed in Hawaiʻi to investigate illegal fireworks
The new laws also will increase penalties for people with illegal fireworks and allocate more resources to law enforcement agencies to investigate such cases.
Parker School student makes his mark at national debate competition
Parker School rising senior Oscar Amos advanced through 10 rounds of the national Lincoln-Douglas debate competition earlier this month, placing among the top 33 debaters across the nation.
Police seek leads regarding an unsolved murder from nearly four years ago
Hawai’i Island police are renewing their plea for public assistance in solving the July 2021 murder of Michael Rosenbaum, whose body was found at MacKenzie State Recreation Area with a gunshot wound.
Hawai‘i Island police seek public help finding 14-year-old girl
The teen was last seen in the Hawaiian Acres area on June 26 at 8:20 a.m., wearing black sweat pants, a black hoodie, white shoes, and a black backpack.
Update: Bail hearing set for Big Island man charged in federal court on firearm, meth charges
The 54-year-old was officially charged on June 26 with possessing with intent to distribute and manufacture methamphetamine, possessing with intent to distribute cocaine, unlawful possession of firearms, and unlawful possession of explosives.
Business Monday: New Kona tattoo artist from Hong Kong blends artistry with healing
Jayers Ko, a tattoo artist from Hong Kong now residing in Kona, specializes in areola-nipple tattoos to help breast cancer survivors and other surgery patients in the journey of personal healing and transformation.
Mothers Against Drunk Driving honors 3 Hawai‘i Police Department officers
Hilo Patrol Officer Lawrence Kobayashi, South Kohala Patrol Officer Landon Takenishi and Area II Traffic Enforcement Unit Sgt. Thomas Koyanagi were honored for their efforts and dedication in the fight against impaired driving to reduce injuries and deaths on Big Island roadways.
Hōkūleʻa, Hikianalia arrive at center of Pacific voyaging heritage, Taputapuātea
The double-hulled wa‘a now are anchored off Papeʻetē, Tahiti, departing Taputapuātea early because of forecasted weather. They are expected to spend about a month in French Polynesia before continuing on the Moananuiākea Voyage, with subsequent stops this year in the Cook Islands, Sāmoa, Tonga and Aotearoa — the Māori name for New Zealand.
