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Bowlers Bowled Over By Decision To Drop Sport
Waiakea High School canceled the school’s bowling season despite efforts by parents and students to keep it alive after Hilo Lanes closed in May.
4th of July Fireworks At Waikoloa Beach Resort
A full day of fun and entertainment at the Waikoloa Beach Resort will be capped off with a fireworks show over the Waikoloa Bowl.
Police: Fugitive is Armed and Dangerous
Dale Arruda is wanted on a no-bail warrant for allegedly violating parole and in two investigations involving car thefts.
Keaau High Students in Innovative Summer Program
The Kupa-`Aina summer bridge program at the University of Hawaii at Hilo will provide cultural experiences along with college credits and admission.
VOLCANO WATCH: Mauna Loa Lava Flow Enters Hilo in 1881
An eruption that began in 1880 went on for many months, creating a lava flow that stopped below what is now Komohana Street.
Summertime, and the Livin’ is … Chilly?
Four record low temperatures have been tied this month at Hilo’s airport, including two since summer solstice on Saturday.
State Plans to Raise Highway 11 in Ka`u
The roadway, which has flooded at least six times in the past 12 years, would be raised 10 feet and fitted with a culvert to allow water to pass underneath.
Get Smoked July 3-4 at the Hilo Bay BBQ
Ribs, Brisket, Chili… Need we say more? The Hawai`i State BBQ Championship gets cooking next week!
Researchers Studying More of Loihi’s Secrets
Scientists will use a deep submersible vehicle to sample thick mats of iron-eating bacteria found on the lower slopes of the active underwater volcano.
Hospital Officials to Brief Lawmakers on Budget Plan
The state’s hospital system is facing a $48 million budget shortfall, and Hilo Medical Center’s share of the cuts is $9 million.
Iconic Kona Church Threatened, National Group Says
The National Trust for Historic Properties said the 177-year-old Mokuaikaua Church is suffering the ravages of time and in critical need of repairs.
Homeless Men Charged in Hotel Room Burglary
One of the men, who was also charged with stealing a visitor’s car as well as numerous pieces of mail, was being held in lieu of $143,000 bail.
VIDEO: Mayor Kenoi’s Speech to Graduates Hits the Web
The video is being shared widely on social media and so far has over 48,000 views on YouTube.
Medical Marijuana Dispensaries Focus of Task Force
The Legislature created the task force which will present its recommendations on the establishment of Hawaii dispensaries to lawmakers before the 2015 session.
UPDATE: Another Strong Earthquake, Still No Tsunami Threat
The second tremor, in the Aleutians, was initially listed with a magnitude of 7.1 and later upgraded to 8.0, and followed one of 7.2 magnitude in New Zealand.
UPDATE: Charges Filed in Puna Marijuana Bust
The two were arrested after police seized more than 800 marijuana plants and nearly seven pounds of dried marijuana at their HPP home.
2011 Death in Hilo Reclassified a Murder
The case involves the lifeless body of 20-year-old Sommer Ferreira which was found in laundry room of her Wainaku residence.
REVIEW: Volcano House – Flashes of Brilliance
After surviving eruptions, a fire, and a Fujiyama… can a renewed focus on local ingredients recapture this hotel’s former glory?
HI-5 Redemption Center Schedules Changing July 1
The new hours for all 10 centers will be 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., without a closing for lunch.
Calling All Big Island Foodies: We Need Your Help
Attention chefs, servers, and the serious foodies among you: We’ve launched a food section, and we’re hungry for your input.
