#2024
12 motorists arrested for DUI during week of Jan. 1-5 on Big Island roads
DUI arrests increased nearly 1% overall throughout all of 2024 on the Big Island, with 964 compared with 955 from the year before. The number of drivers arrested for DUI involved in traffice crashes and those younger than 21 also increased.
Big Island traffic fatalities nearly doubled in 2024, contributing to a statewide increase
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation reported a 10% increase in traffic fatalities in 2024 with 51 from the City and County of Honolulu, 29 from Hawaiʻi Island, 14 from Maui County and 8 from Kauaʻi County.
West Hawai‘i County Band, other Kona groups offering sounds of season
Looking for some music to get into the holiday mood? These choral and instrumental ensembles have upcoming concerts, including two today, that are sure to make your season more merry.
Applications now open for Zonta Club of Hilo awards, scholarships
A total of $20,000 in assistance is available through the women’s club in 2024 on the Big Island.
Big Island Now Poll results: Improving physical health was top New Year’s resolution
Improving physical health and improving mental health were the top two most popular resolutions in the Big Island Now poll.
World Surf League’s One Ocean Initiative: Protecting marine ecosystems, fostering community involvement
In its 2023 Annual Purpose & Impact Report, the World Surf League’s One Ocean Initiative celebrates its key environmental milestones, such as protecting and restoring 45,374 hectares of critical surfing ecosystems and planting 100,000 corals, while amplifying community involvement.