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Road closure scheduled on Māmalahoa Highway in Keauhou for utility work

Hawaiian Electric will close a portion of Māmalahoa Highway to replace a utility pole in Keauhou from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m tonight.

Hawai’i County Fire Chief Kazuo Todd dies unexpectedly Sunday morning at age 45

Hawaiʻi County is mourning the unexpected passing of Fire Chief Kazuo Todd, who leaves behind a revered legacy of public safety and leadership.

Update: Aliʻi Drive reopens to all traffic on Sunday following the fallen fig tree branch

Hawaiʻi County Department of Public Works has reopened Aliʻi Drive near Kailua Wharf after addressing safety concerns following the collapse of a Moreton fig tree branch.

Ironman’s two races in Kona could pump $100 million into economy — but is it worth it?

Ironman expects the two championship races this year to bring $100 million to the state. Some businesses and residents around Kona say the impact the island endures isn’t worth it.