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Federal funding to enhance safety of bridge on Waiānuenue Avenue in Hilo
U.S. Senator Brian Schatz secures $13.4 million in federal funding to protect Waiānuenue Avenue Bridge from flooding and earthquakes.
3-year global business degree program at Hawaiʻi Pacific University gains accreditor approval
The global business degree is a pioneering 90-credit, 3-year undergraduate degree designed from the ground up to be fast, flexible and future-focused.
Federal jury convicts military lawyer based on O‘ahu for attempted sexual enticement, exploitation of minors
Ross Andrew Brown, 44, of Kailua, communicated via social media platforms Whisper and Telegram with undercover law enforcement agents posing as a 14-year-old girl.
Hawaiʻi Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs launches redesigned website
The upgraded site makes it easier for users to access vital resources, navigate services and engage with the department online, underscoring the department’s ongoing commitment to increase accessibility in delivery of its services to the public.
Historic Hawaiʻi youth climate victory community event planned in Waimea
“This event is about more than a legal victory,” said Parker School Head of School Stephen Dunn in announcing the upcoming event. “It’s about civic engagement, kuleana for our environment and empowering young people to understand that their voices matter.”
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for March 6-12: Hilo Steel Guitar Festival, Abled Hawaiʻi Artists exhibit, Ola Ka ʻĪ Kona and more
Music is in the air this week as several venues around the island are hosting concerts, live bands and even dance shows featuring a variety of tunes in several different styles; but that’s not all — check out this week’s top 10 now!
Public schools advance farm-to-school effort with new small farm partnerships
Additional micropurchasing agreements are in development throughout the state, including collaborations between school cafeterias and school gardens, as well as additional small farm produce purchases on Kauaʻi, Hawaiʻi Island and Maui.
Four West Hawaiʻi police officers were honored for investigations, responses to crime in 2025
Kona Crime Prevention Committee honored
Officers Charles Caldwell-Kaʻai, Tyler Meno, Jason Cunefare, and Lawrence Matsumoto for exemplary work in 2025.
Hawaiʻi County Council passes new tier 3 tax rate for second homes worth $4 million plus
The bill now goes to Hawai‘i County Mayor Kimo Alameda, who said Wednesday he is unlikely to veto it.
Hawaiian Electric to conduct islandwide aerial line inspections
The islandwide inspections will be conducted from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 10-13 in a Manuiwa Airways helicopter.
Water restriction issued in South Hilo after unexpected breakdown of well
Customers are advised to reduce water use by 25%.
Apply now for open positions throughout Hawaiian Islands as part of Kupu ʻĀina Corps
The conservation and environmental education nonprofit has opportunities on all islands with new host sites.
‘Rainy Day’ concert to benefit guests of Salvation Army Hilo Overnight Safe Space
Hawaiʻi Preparatory Academy student Samantha Fortney, who grew up in Hilo, is turning her senior capstone project into meaningful action, inspired by a desire to serve her community.
Bridging gap between funding and ʻāina stewardship: 5 organizations selected for first-of-its-kind hubs
The five regional hubs are across the moku/hui moku (districts) of West Kauaʻi, Waiʻanae (Oʻahu), Molokaʻi, Central Maui and Kohala (Hawaiʻi Island).
3 men arrested following firearms incident near Kailua-Kona residence
The residence where the gunshots were coming from is located in close proximity to a school and numerous homes in a nearby subdivision.
County bill to cap private parking rates in Historic Kailua Village postponed to consult lawyers
The measure proposes three hours of free parking and a cap on hourly and daily rates at privately owned lots in the Historic Kailua Village.
Hospitality company operating 4 Big Island restaurants shift to employee ownership plan
Employees at Luana Hospitality Group restaurants – Huggo’s, On the Rocks, Kai Eats + Drinks and Lava Lava Beach Club – now have a stake in the company’s future success.
Youth Art Series celebrates arts education with second annual festival next week
The East Hawaiʻi Cultural Center is hosting the second Youth Art Series Festival featuring live performances and art activities in Hilo on March 14.
Hawai‘i County completes renovations on recycling, transfer station in East Hawai‘i
The $2.57 million project involved installing a new chute with a canopy, repaving, replacement of the retaining wall, installation of a concrete swale and water retention system, and a new concrete pad.
UPDATE: Saddle Road reopens after vehicle crash in East Hawai‘i
A crash occurring near mile marker 29 has been cleared.
