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UH Hilo study suggests societal factors bigger driver in military suicides than combat, trauma
A study conducted by the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo suggests that societal factors are the primary drivers of both military and civilian suicides in the United States.
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Anne Lopez joins coalition to protect abortion access
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Anne Lopez joined a coalition of 24 attorneys generals who filed an amicus brief challenging a Texas district court judge’s decision that could restrict medication abortion access nationwide.
Dancers honor legacy of late Kumu Hula Johnny Lum Ho at Merrie Monarch Festival
Generations of kāne and wāhine dancers taught by the late Kumu Hula Johnny Lum Ho will take the stage tonight to honor him at Hō‘ike Night, which kicks off the 60th Merrie Monarch Festival.
What’s happening at the Merrie Monarch Festival on Wednesday?
Whatʻs happening on April 12 at the Merrie Monarch Festival? Check out our official and unofficial list of events.
Traveling to Merrie Monarch from neighboring island? What to know
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation alerts travelers of busy times at airports as thousands will go to the Big Island for the Merrie Monarch Hula Festival, April 12-15.
Update: Hawaiʻi island locate 16-year-old from Hilo
MIssing 16-year-old from Hilo was located in good health.
Mayor Roth proposes $794.3 million operating budget for Hawai’i County
“The budget reflects our administration’s commitment to maintaining crucial services while making significant investments in long-overdue infrastructure maintenance projects essential to preserving Hawai’i Island’s natural and cultural resources,” Hawai’i County Mayor Mitch Roth said about his proposed $794.3 million operating budget.
Hawai‘i Energy launches ‘be a light, give a light’ Earth Month promotion
The public can nominate a nonprofit to receive a LED lighting makeover from now until April 28.
Hawaiʻi Mushroom Festival returns to Kapaʻau April 15 & 16
The Second Annual Hawai’i Mushroom Festival is just around the corner, offering a weekend full of agricultural education and community-building activities.
Hawaiian Electric supports Hawai‘i Wildlife Fund’s Ka‘ū Coastal Restoration Program
Hawai‘i Wildlife Fund and Hawaiian Electric also partnered on two stewardship activities led by employee Alex Kelepolo, recipient of the 2022 Kokua Community Champion Service Award.
Complete demolition of dilapidated eyesore in downtown Hilo slated for November
Plans to renovate the Keawe Health Center in downtwon Hilo were ended when anomalies in the exterior concrete walls were discovered, leading to demolition of the building instead.
Kurtistown man gesturing he has gun at Hilo DMV charged with harassment
Eric Kinman Doherty, 52 of Kurtistown, has been charged with harassment following an incident at the Hilo Driver Licensing Station in Hilo in which he reportedly gestured he had a gun.
Measles identified in O‘ahu traveler back from abroad
The Department of Health has been able to identify those with known exposure to the case.
Security guard at Pohoiki Beach Park in critical condition after being struck by truck
A 61-year-old security guard is in critical condition after being struck by a truck on April 4 at Pohoiki Beach Park in Pāhoa on the Big Island.
Pacific 19 Kona hotel opens, offers guest discount
Pacific 19 Kona, a newly renovated boutique hotel, is offering a special discount package to celebrate its grand opening.
Hawaiian Electric employees, retirees raise $63,400 for Hawaiʻi Island United Way
Hawaiian Electric employees and retirees, with the support of International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 1260, raised more than $63,400 for Hawai‘i Island United Way during the company’s workplace campaign in 2022.
Creator of double-gourd drums for ancient hula at Merrie Monarch’s craft fair
Using ipu grown at his farm, Kalim Smith builds ipu heke, a double-gourd drum, and ipu heke ‘ole, a single gourd drum, which are used in ancient hula.
Queen’s North Hawai’i Community Hospital announces student volunteer program
Queen’s North Hawai’i Community Hospital has launched a summer volunteer program targeted at high school and college students seeking a worthwhile way to spend their summer break.
Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture launches pilot grant program to boost food hubs
Proposals for the Food Hub Pilot Program now are being accepted for grants between $50,000 and $250,000.
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park announces flight operations for April 2023
The Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park has announced its flight operations for April 2023, which will include several low-level helicopter flights.
