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Update: Puna woman Ku‘uipo Thomas located in good health
Thomas was last seen in February but was not reported missing until recently.
Park service extends comment period on congestion solutions at Kīlauea summit area
The community now has until March 31 to provide input on the Kīlauea Summit Area and Corridor Management Plan.
State agencies and community groups to explore solutions for building a climate-ready Hawai‘i
A series of events will be hosted throughout the week in an effort to underscore the importance of taking action and supporting efforts to build a climate ready Hawai’i.
Rock music’s Michele Rundgren is selling Tiki ‘Iniki – the only tiki bar on Kaua‘i
Michele and her husband, rock star Todd Rundgren, opened Tiki ‘Iniki on the North Shore of the Garden Isle in 2013.
Mediation center’s free ‘Finding Solutions, Growing Peace’ talk series returns Thursday
This month’s speaker is Dr. Colby Miyose on the topic “Understanding & Empathizing with Differing Conflict Styles.”
Hawai‘i firefighters respond to blaze at Pāhoa restaurant
At 8:41 p.m., Hawai‘i Fire Department responded to Pele’s Kitchen, located on Pāhoa Village Road.
Update: Highway 11 in South Kona reopens after car crash
The crash occurred between Ho‘okena Beach Road and Waiea Road.
Six newly graduated correctional officers take up posts at Hawai‘i Island jails
The Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation welcomed its first new class of adult corrections officers at a graduation ceremony on O‘ahu last week.
Sen. Schatz announces 1.3 billion federal funding for Native housing
The new funding is a 30 percent increase from last year. In addition to housing, Schatz secured $175.5 million in new federal funding for Tribal transportation activities.
Public asked to prepare for murky water following upcoming fire hydrant flow test
Waters in the affected areas might be slightly discolored and turbid water for several hours after the test.
Big Island Press Club celebrates retired judge, dishonors Hawai‘i emergency administrator
Daniel Foley received the Torch of Light for his work in guiding the Commission to Improve Standards of Conduct. James Barros received the Lava Tube dishonor for support of a “Constitutionally questionable” law.
Hawai‘i researchers study intensity of outrigger canoe paddling and its benefits
Between March 7 to 10, 58 paddlers from three islands across 30 canoe clubs came together to participate in the AccessMETs pilot study, seven years in the making, at O‘ahu’s Mauliola Keʻehi.
Hawai‘i Island police seeking 17-year-old runaway Jaymelynn Pua-Queja
Jaymelynn Pua-Queja of Nā‘ālehu is believed to be in the Hilo area.
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park: Temporary closure of Tree Molds to vehicles begins Thursday
The temporary closure of Tree Molds Road and recreational area to vehicles is due to heavy equipment operations. Pedestrians will be allowed access.
Fire hydrant flow test scheduled at Hilo Medical Center
The test will run from 9 to 10 p.m. Impacted customers include those along Waiānuenue Avenue between Pūnāwai Street, Waiau Street, including Rainbow Drive, Pu‘uhina Street, Punahele Street, Waimea Place and any other side roads and lanes.
Breeani Kobayashi announces candidacy for Big Island mayor
Kobayashi is the manager of the SCP Hilo hotel and owner of the Keaukaha General Store. She also serves holds leadership positions in several community organizations.
Community meeting scheduled for Lanikaula Street rehab project in Hilo
The project will include roadway asphalt concrete repaving, shoulder construction, concrete curbs, pavement striping, markings, street signs and the addition of bike lanes on both sides of Lanikaula Street between Manono Street and Kīlauea Avenue.
Retired Big Island dentist explores new passion in culinary arts at Hawai‘i Community College
The former dentist has his sights on becoming a master sommelier following graduation from Hawaiʻi CC in May.
Community petition to revoke permits is denied as Coco Palms rebuild continues
The planning commission’s decision comes amid developer Reef Capital Partner’s announcement that they have reached key milestones in the demolition process, and that construction crews are actively working to complete the once-renowned Coco Palms Resort in 2026.
Hawai‘i Island police confirm elderly woman killed in 3-car crash on Daniel K. Inouye Highway
The woman killed was from Keauhou.
