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Executive director of Kahilu Theatre stepping down
Sara Nealy has been with the Kahilu Theatre since January 2021. She led the organization through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Heightened unrest at Kīlauea volcano on Hawai‘i Island
Seismicity remains elevated, according to the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory, and unusual activity has been noted along Kīlauea’s East Rift Zone or Southwest Rift Zone.
American Judicature Society receives $100,000 in donations
The American Judicature Society, a nonprofit organization that works to protect the integrity of the American justice system and educate the public about the judicial process, has received a total of $100,000 in donations.
Hawaiʻi Department of Public Safety’s K9 Kahu receives protective vest from nonprofit
The Hawaiʻi Department of Public Safety’s Narcotics Enforcement Division received a protective vest for K9 Kahu that was provided by a nonprofit.
Soldiers from 25th Infantry Division volunteer at Pu’ukoholā Heiau National Historic Site
A dedicated group of Soldiers from the 25th Infantry Division volunteered to clean up the beach area of National Historic Site Pu’ukohola Heiau.
Hilton Waikōloa Village to host paid summer culinary internship program
Culinary Summer Camp, a paid internship program running from June to August, provides comprehensive training, mentorship and competitive wages for individuals interested in the culinary and hospitality industries.
With rats gone at Palmyra Atoll, seabird decoys, ‘discotheques’ result in chick
A grey-backed tern chick has been observed on Palmyra Atoll, 12 years after rats were eradicated from the space.
Kealakehe ‘High School Hero’ wins $1,500 cash prize
Honsador Lumber selected Jada Keen as its 2023 winner for the Big Island.
‘Ohana Shoreline Fishing Tournament coming to Big Island this August
Registration forms and tournament rules are available at all County Parks and Recreation facilities islandwide, as well as S. Tokunaga Store in Hilo, J. Hara Store in Kurtistown and more.
Native Hawaiians can apply for STEM scholarship
The primary objective of the Paubox Kahikina STEM Scholarship is to encourage Native Hawaiians to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and math.
Business accelerator Mana Up selects 2 Big Island companies for 8th cohort
Liquid Life Hawai‘i from Hilo and Hawaiian Rainforest Naturals from Kea‘au were selected by Mana Up.
Three Hawai‘i Island renewable energy contracts amended
The current contracts with Puna Geothermal Venture, Hawi Renewable Development and Wailuku River Hydroelectric are long-term “avoided cost” contracts with adjustable rates that are tied to oil prices and that fluctuate monthly.
Emergency work completed on Singing Bridge in Hilo with all restrictions lifted
The emergency work on Wailuku Bridge, also known as “Singing Bridge,” in Hilo has been completed, with speed and weight restrictions lifted, the Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation said Monday.
Hōkūleʻa crew makes first stop on Alaska Heritage Sail
The Alaska Heritage Sail is a pre-voyage through the Southeast region of Alaska before the Global Launch of the Moananuiākea Voyage circumnavigation of the Pacific on June 15, 2023.
Elderly cyclist dies in accident in North Kona
An elderly man from Kailua-Kona died when he crashed his bike on Sunday on Hinalani Street in North Kona.
Big Island Now Poll 13: Where are you going for your summer vacation?
While the Big Island and the rest of Hawai’i are popular choices for those who live on the mainland or elsewhere in the world, where do those of us who live in paradise go for a summer vacation? Take the Big Island Now 30-second poll.
WMA Restoration Advisory Board meeting scheduled May 23
The twice-yearly Waikoloa Maneuver Area Restoration Advisory Board meetings are hosted by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Iam Tongi from Hawai’i wins 2023 American Idol
Iam Tongi, who was born in Kahuku, O’ahu, wins the 2023 American Idol Contest.
Hawai‘i Food & Wine Festival tickets now on sale
The Hawai‘i Food & Wine Festival was co-founded by James Beard Award-winning chefs, Roy Yamaguchi and Alan Wong.
Hawai‘i police assist Keiki Rodeo in Hilo
The Hawai‘i Police Activities League donated belt buckles and interacted with the participants of the Hawai‘i Keiki Rodeo.
