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Gardening in Hawaiʻi with Tom Timmons: Are you smarter than a rose beetle? Can you outrun a snail?
In his latest Gardening in Hawaiʻi column, Kauaʻi Master Gardener Tom Timmons explains how to get rid of beetles, slugs and snails without chemicals.
Hawai‘i police seek help finding 16-year-old girl
Police ask anyone with information about the teen’s whereabouts to contact the department’s non-emergency line at 808-935-3311.
Suspect in Hilo standoff charged with array of offenses
Prior to Tuesday night’s standoff, Kime had been sought by police for several weeks after being identified as a suspect in various cases islandwide, including a violent home invasion in Hilo that left a 72-year-old woman injured.
Showcase of Music in Schools celebrates local student talent on May 7 in Hilo
Local students will showcase their musical talent at the “Showcase of Music in Schools” on May 7 in Hilo.
Robert Cazimero continues 37-year tradition of May Day concerts at Kahilu Theatre
Beloved Hawaiian music icon Robert Cazimero will perform at Kahilu Theatre on May 13, continuing his 37-year tradition of May Day concerts.
Gov. Green nominates Tokioka for Hawaiʻi’s economic chief; Senate rejected first choice
After the Senate rejected his first choice, Hawai’i Gov. Josh Green nominated James Kunane Tokioka of Kauaʻi to serve as the Director of the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism.
AstroDay returns to Prince Kūhiō Plaza in Hilo
The 21st Annual AstroDay, a free science and astronomy event, will be held May 6 at the Prince Kūhiō Plaza in Hilo.
Vibrant Hawaiʻi seeks part-time ambassador interns
Vibrant Hawaiʻi is offering a 6-12 month paid part-time ambassador internship for Hawaiʻi Island youth and graduates taking a gap year.
Hawaiʻi County fire, police dispatches merging temporarily due to staffing shortages
The Hawaiʻi County fire and emergency medical services 911 system will be combined with the county police dispatch system effective immediately due to staffing shortages, the Hawaiʻi Fire Department announced.
Walmart’s Wellness Day offers vaccines, free health screenings
All nine Hawaiʻi Walmart stores are participating in Walmart Wellness Day on May 6 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Update: Wind advisory canceled for Big Island
The National Weather Service has canceled the wind advisory for the Big Island.
Big Island traffic cops: major crashes up nearly 17%
There have been 301 major crashes so far this year compared with 258 during the same period last year.
32nd Hawai‘i Legislature ends 2023 session
The Hawai’i Senate and House of Representatives spent several hours taking up last-minute measures Thursday on the final day of the 32nd Hawai’i Legislature, including the proposed state biennium budget that passed both branches.
Man charged with murder of mother-in-law with sword on Big Island
Detectives charged 52-year-old Christopher Roy Howlind of Kurtistown with second-degree murder following the violent slaying of his mother-in-law, 58-year-old Teri Lynn Apple, in Orchidland Estates in Puna on the Big Island.
Volcano Watch: Reflections on the destructive 2018 eruption of Kīlauea
Five years ago, volcanic activity at Kīlauea on the Big Island dramatically changed when magma intruded into the lower East Rift Zone. What happened at Kīlauea in 2018?
Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail joins Hawaiʻi Pacific Parks Association
Partnership means that the Hawai‘i Pacific Parks Association will develop and carry Ala Kahakai National Historic Trail sales items in its visitor center park stores and online store.
Brush fire in North Hāmākua on Big Island has burned 150 acres; 70% contained
Hawaiʻi Fire Department crews are working to contain a brushfire that has inundated roughly 150 acres above the Paʻauilo Transfer Station in North Hāmākua.
Hawai‘i DLNR: Protect native animals by keeping them wild
The Department of Land and Natural Resources’ campaign begins in Waikoloa, where cat feeders have attracted endangered nēnē.
Big Island police honor promoted officers, award recipients
A recognition ceremony to honor the newly promoted department personnel and two Certificate of Merit recipients was held in Hilo on April 26.
Brush fire causing temporary closure of Paʻauilo recycling, transfer station
The Pa‘auilo Recycling and Transfer Station in Hāmākua is closed due to a brush fire in the area, according to Hawaiʻi County.
