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‘The Voice’ of University of Hawai’i Athletics Jim Leahey has died
Jim Leahey announced sports for the university for over 40 years.
Judge lifts injunction prohibiting aquarium fish permits off Big Island’s west coast
Despite the ruling by a Hawaiʻi judge lifting an injunction, aquarium fishing along the Big Island’s western shore is not automatically allowed.
Update: Hawai‘i police arrest Kona man wanted in vehicle theft investigations
The 28-year-old was also wanted for questioning in other criminal investigations.
Pōhakuloa Training Area receives funding to protect and restore native plants and species
Over $7 million of federal funds has been awarded to the state of Hawai‘i for restoration and recovery projects on military training installations located on O‘ahu, Kaua‘i, and Hawai‘i Island.
Learn more about Hawai’i County’s Planning Department at Waimea Community Association meeting
Hawai’i County Planning Director Zendo Kern will speak at the upcoming Waimea Community Association on various topics including community development plans and the ever-evolving online application process for building permits, EPIC. The meeting will take place on Feb. 2 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Kern will discuss his department’s vision, priorities and problem solving efforts […]
Parker School in Waimea breaks ground on multi-million dollar learning facility
Parker School broke ground a new 21,000-square-foot multi-use facility last week that will include classroom space, a gym and a robotics lab.
Update: Winter Storm Warning canceled
The Winter Storm Warning is canceled but light snow showers are possible this evening.
COVID-19 remains global health emergency, but pandemic is at a transition point, World Health Organization says
During WHO’s International Health Regulations Emergency Committee on Friday, officials concurred the pandemic continues to constitute a public health emergency of international concern.
Fire hydrant flow test scheduled in Kea‘au
The Department of Water Supply will be conducting a fire hydrant flow test on Kea‘au-Pahoa Road (Highway 130) between the hours of 1 and 2 a.m. on Jan. 31, 2023.
Public input sought on Kīlauea Avenue and Keawe Street project
The upcoming project includes road, water and sewer work.
Keiki Caucus outlines priorities for 2023 state legislative session
The legislative priorities of the Keiki Caucus for 2023 include a bill introduced by Big Island state Rep. Jeanné Kapela.
Video, photos: Winter wonderland on Hawaiʻi Island summits — spewing lava, too
Winter storm warnings continue through 6 p.m. Monday for the summits of Maunakea and Mauna Loa on the Big Island.
Driver suffers severe injuries after nearly hitting pedestrian in North Kona
A 31-year-old man, originally from Wisconsin, was driving a convertible in North Kona when he nearly struck a pedestrian in a crosswalk and then crashed.
Kaua’i beach closed to remove 120,000-pound beached whale
Three excavators have been working to try to remove the 56-foot-long, 120,000-pound deceased sperm whale from a beach on Kaua’i.
Hilo’s music festival Hoʻolauleʻa returned with 20 bands, food, thousands of revelers
The energy in Downtown Hilo was elevated no matter where you looked and everyone was along for the ride Saturday night with the return of the East Hawaiʻi musical festival
Hawai‘i Police release weekly list of outstanding warrants
Some individuals on the list may have the matters cleared up in the future, resolving any potential penalties.
Big Island families, individuals sleeping in cars, benches, bushes tell their stories
The past week, the nonprofit Hope Services hit the streets, parks, beaches, bushes and parking lots on the Big Island looking for homeless people to take the federally mandated Point in Time Count survey.
Update: Flood advisory downgraded to flood watch for Big Island
The National Weather Service issued a flood watch for the Big Island that is in effect until 6 p.m. Monday.
County to host free residential hazardous waste collection events
The events offer residents the opportunity to conveniently dispose of acceptable household hazardous waste in a manner that protects public health and the environment.
Pigs destroy 62 albatross eggs at Kaua’i refuge nesting sites
A Laysan Albatross was rescued at Kīlauea Point National Wildlife Refuge on Kaua’i in what experts believe was due to a pig destroying her egg and causing yoke to get on her feathers.
