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Puna man gets 15-year prison term
Albert Kumia Jr. was on probation for felony property and drug crimes at the time of his last offense, according to prosecutors.
Answer the call and attend the 7th Revitalize Puna activation
Revitalize Puna activations provide space for conversation, but the emphasis is on action and empowering community members to get engaged and make an impact.
Sperm whale found dead on Kaua’i shoreline had marine debris in its stomach
Researchers at the Health and Stranding Lab spent 15-hours trying to find clues about the death of a 56-foot-long sperm whale that washed up Friday on the reef in front of Lydgate Park on Kaua’i.
Hawaiian words of the day: hōkū welowelo
We picked today’s “Hawaiian words of the day” in honor of the rare green comet that last night flew by Earth at its closest distance in 50,000 years.
60th Annual Merrie Monarch Hōʻike tickets go on sale later this month
Hōʻike night of the 60th annual festival that showcases Hawaiian culture and hula is April 12 at Edith Kanakaʻole Stadium in Hilo.
Larry Rivera, who played with Elvis at Coco Palms, dies at 92
The legendary singer-songwriter, whose work was covered by Israel Kamakawiwo‘ole, performed throughout his life.
Look up! Rare green comet will make its closest flyby of Earth tonight
Some reports say the comet, named C/2022 E3 (ZTF), could be bright enough to see with the naked eye, and definitely with a telescope or even binoculars.
Fuel spill of 700 gallons at Maui Space Surveillance Complex atop Haleakalā
An estimated 700 gallons of diesel fuel spilled at the Maui Space Surveillance Complex located at the summit of Haleakalā. Authorities pointed toward a mechanical issue in which a diesel fuel pump for an onsite backup generator failed to shut off on Sunday night. The spill was identified on Monday morning.
Entangled young humpback whale freed in Big Island waters
The whale, which is in poor condition, emaciated and suffering physical trauma, is thought to be fully disentangled with some non-wrapping embedded lines that will hopefully be shed with time.
Keauhou Shopping Center in Kona spreading the love with special Valentine’s Day events
There are many forms of love and the shopping center is highlighting them all this February.
Webinar to give veterans leg up on competition when applying for farm start-up funds from Farmer Veteran Coalition
Hoʻōla Farms is hosting a free webinar, “How to Apply for the Farmer Veteran Coalition Fellowship,” Feb. 7 online via Zoom.
Hope Services Hawai‘i Clinical Behavioral Health Program gets $75K boost from Kaiser Permanente
The Big Island nonprofit will use the funds to improve access to quality and equitable health care through providing clinical assessments, case management, psychiatric services and substance abuse treatment.
Zonta Club of Hilo accepting applications for 2023 awards, scholarships
The club is offering a total of $15,000 this year to support women on the Big Island in their chosen fields of study or work.
Trial date set for lawsuit following Zuckerberg security guard death on Kaua‘i
A Kaua‘i judge set a June 2024 trial date for a wrongful death lawsuit filed by the surviving family of Rodney Medeiros, a security guard who died after a shift at Mark Zuckerberg’s sprawling Koʻolau Ranch.
Hawaiian Word of the Day: ʻŌlelo
Like most indigenous languages throughout the world, the Hawaiian language faced a significant decline due to colonization.
‘Ghosts of War’ to be on exhibit through February and March at East Hawai‘i Cultural Center in Hilo
The consequences of armed conflict — and how they weave themselves into our lives — provide the backdrop for the center’s latest exhibit.
Local health care leaders agree COVID-19 pandemic at transition point
The World Health Organization determined the COVID-19 pandemic is approaching a transition point — and President Joe Biden informed Congress on Monday that he will end the twin national emergencies for addressing COVID-19 on May 11.
Body cam footage: Police officer charged by four dogs shoots and kills one of them
Big Island police are investigating the “dangerous dog” shooting that happened on Jan. 28 at a residence in Pāhala after an officer was rushed by four pit bulls and fatally shot one of them.
Winter weather advisory issued for summits of Maunakea, Mauna Loa on Big Island
Additional snow accumulations of up to 2 inches Tuesday afternoon and evening are forecast, with winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
Big Island detectives continue investigations into three Puna missing persons cases
Although not confirmed, police do suspect foul play might be involved in each of the cases.
