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L&L Hawaiian Barbecue celebrates Spam Musubi Day on Aug. 8
L&L Hawai‘i is celebrating National Spam Musubi Day on Aug. 8 by offering an exclusive promotion to its “808” customers.
Woman from Kona wanted for questioning in 3 criminal investigations
Monique Wilson, 43 of Kailua-Kona, is wanted for questioning for three criminal investigations.
Mayor Roth invites residents to serve on a board or commission in Hawaiʻi County
These volunteer bodies empower residents to actively shape decisions that impact the well-being and future of Hawaiʻi County.
Update: Dora moves past Hawaiʻi Island; strong winds continue through Wednesday
Category 4 Hurricane Dora is passing south of the Big Island today with sustained winds of 130 mph. It is bringing high winds, high surf and dry conditions with fire hazards.
Update 5: North Kohala fire 60% contained; estimate of burned area reduced to 1,000 acres
Kohala Ranch, between Kamakani Loop to Akoni Pula Highway/270, remains under mandatory evacuation; and Akoni Pule Highway remains closed between the 6- and 17-mile markers.
Live Like Tre’ Foundation offering 6 scholarships to Hawai‘i students
Eligible applicants include those students from a single-parent household, student-athletes and individuals with aspirations of becoming a pilot.
Speed limit reduced on Kalaniana‘ole Street in Hilo to protect nēnē — and pedestrians
Hawaiian geese are returning to the Keaukaha coastline on the Big Island, but now they have to deal with traffic, including speeding vehicles, which has had some deadly consequences for the endangered birds.
Puna teen facing charges of robbery after reportedly taking a 62-year-old man’s wallet in Hilo
A Puna teen was charged with a myriad of offenses, including robbery, after forcefully taking a 62-year-old man’s wallet while at the McDonald’s restaurant inside the Hilo Walmart.
Hawai‘i County issues mandatory 25% water restriction for North Kona
The well went down on Saturday. The county has expedited purchases and repairs in efforts to return North Kona wells back to service.
Hōkūle‘a arrives in Vancouver, British Columbia, completing Leg 5 of Moananuiākea Voyage
The Vancouver Maritime Museum is hosting Hōkūleʻa for three days where the crew is conducting public canoe tours while docked. On Aug. 8, a new crew will take over for Leg 6 of the Voyage, and the canoe will move to Vancouver’s Granville Public
Marina and dock there until Aug. 12.
Mayor Roth to host sixth town hall in Laupāhoehoe on Aug. 10
The town hall series aims to establish a dialogue where residents can stay informed about local initiatives, express their concerns and actively contribute to shaping the future of their respective communities.
Kupu calls for Conservation Leaders applicants on Hawai‘i Island
Recent high school graduates, college graduates and young professionals looking to establish a career in conservation are strongly encouraged to apply by Sept. 8.
25 Hawai’i veterans going to Washington, D.C. on Honor Flight to see war memorials, Arlington Cemetery
As part of the Honor Flight Network’s Lone Eagle program, a group of 25 Veterans from Hawai‘i will travel to Washington, D.C. to see war memorials and Arlington National Cemetery.
Category 4 Hurricane Dora will bring high winds, high surf to Big Island Monday through Wednesday
While Category 4 Hurricane Dora will pass well south of the Hawaiian Islands in the next couple of days, the storm will bring high winds of 30 to 45 mph, with gusts over 65 mph.
UPDATE: Hawaiʻi Island police arrest suspect in fatal traffic incident involving 88-year-old in Captain Cook
Police say Theodor Lai, Sr., 88, of Hōnaunau was possibly ran over by an unknown white pick up truck at the 82-6000 block of Māmalahoa Highway on Sunday.
Central Pacific Bank Foundation welcomes new class of WE by Rising Tide women entrepreneurs
The free 11-session program is designed for women entrepreneurs to hone financial management skills, develop marketing strategies, and network with business professionals.
Big Island Now poll No. 23: What is the biggest need for public schools on the Big Island?
Public schools in Hawaiʻi face many challenges. What do you think is the biggest need this upcoming school year? Take Big Island Now’s poll.
Business Monday: Zen Garden opens in Pāhoa during pandemic with retreat center, treehouse, rooms
Erhard Rohrmuller opened the Zen Garden in Pāhoa during the COVID-19 pandemic as a place to heal, and now offers an array of alternative and holistic healing services and five rooms on Airbnb.
Fairmont Orchid to host Floating Lantern Festival on Kohala Coast
The annual event is scheduled for Aug. 20 from 5 to 7 p.m. and will include live music, hula, taiko drummers, Hawaiian chanting and a sunset lantern release into Pauoa Bay.
Gilbert Kahele Recreation Area off Saddle Road to be closed temporarily
Members of the public should plan ahead if they will be traveling through the Big Island’s saddle area, as public restrooms and amenities at the park will not be available during the closure.
