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“This annual celebration brings our community together in the spirit of aloha and pride,” said Kailua Village Business Improvement District Executive Director Ross Wilson Jr. in an announcement about the festivities. “The business improvement district is proud to be one of the hosts of an event that honors our nation’s history while highlighting the vibrant culture of our island traditions.”

68-year-old Gordon McCormick was taken into custody on the charge of second-degree attempted murder following the incident because of the severity of the woman’s injuries. She remains in critical condition after being shot in the head.

Hilo born and raised, Cyrus Johnasen will manage stations KBIG, KAPA and The Beat, working with the radio team to develop strategic partnerships, and strengthen PMG’s position in the Hawaiʻi Island market. He will also play a key role with PMG’s digital division with the Big Island Now team.

As more Hawaiʻi drivers choose more fuel-efficient hybrid or all-electric vehicles, revenues from motor fuel taxes and other vehicle registration fees have declined, resulting in less funding to maintain the state’s roads, bridges and infrastructure. The road usage charge is a step to ensure long-term, sustainable funding for transportation.

Hot Rides Expo and Hilo Bay Blast once again offer full day of events, including live music, food trucks, keiki activities and vintage, classic and futuristic vehicles rolling into bayfront, plus a fantastic fireworks show accompanied by live music. Meanwhile, the annual Independence Day Parade and Independence Day Extravaganza fireworks exhibition return to downton Kailua-Kona for everyone’s 4th of July evening enjoyment.

The 2024 Recreational Boating Statistics Report revealed a nationwide fatality rate of 4.8 deaths per 100,000 registered recreational vessels, a 2% decrease from 2023. There were just 11 incidents total in Hawai‘i waters last year, with only 1 fatality.

From June 23-27, Hawai‘i Island police worked in conjunction with the United States Marshals Service Hawai‘i Task Force, the Department of Homeland Security Investigations and the Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement to bring these fugitives to justice.

The legacy of Hawaiian cowboys comes alive through exhilarating competitions and family-friendly festivities at the 61st Annual July 4 Rodeo and Horse Races at Parker Ranch this Friday.

New state measures involving dangerous dogs originally passed in 2024, partly due to the mauling death of a 71-year-old man who was just out for a walk on the Big Island.

Permits can be purchased through 8 p.m. July 4 for $25 by those 18 years old and older at TNT Tents in Hilo, Kona and Keaʻau.

“To fulfill the bold goals we’ve set in education, health, economic resilience and housing, we need both strong programs and strong people,” said Office of Hawaiian Affairs Chief Executive Officer Stacy Ferreira. “This budget ensures we have both.”

However, Hawaiʻi County reports that scrap metal and appliance recycling will be unavailable on the holiday

While land-based Division of Conservation and Resources Enforcement officers supplement the work of the marine patrol units as needed, it’s up to the oceangoing patrols to be on the water regularly. Marine patrol units are now active on are now active on O‘ahu, Maui, Kaua‘i and Hawai‘i Island.

Electric utility urges vigilance as it received 10 fraud reports since mid-June from businesses on Oʻahu saying scammers threatened to diconnect power. Two businesses were scammed into making cash payments.

Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating the potential drowning of a 51-year old visitor following a scuba diving lesson at Waiolena Beach Park on June 30.

The Kona Women’s Court will start with 14 women.

The new laws also will increase penalties for people with illegal fireworks and allocate more resources to law enforcement agencies to investigate such cases.

Parker School rising senior Oscar Amos advanced through 10 rounds of the national Lincoln-Douglas debate competition earlier this month, placing among the top 33 debaters across the nation.

Hawai’i Island police are renewing their plea for public assistance in solving the July 2021 murder of Michael Rosenbaum, whose body was found at MacKenzie State Recreation Area with a gunshot wound.

The teen was last seen in the Hawaiian Acres area on June 26 at 8:20 a.m., wearing black sweat pants, a black hoodie, white shoes, and a black backpack.