#community leader

‘He who speaks softly yet moves mountains’: Late Big Island lawmaker Mark Nakashima praised by family, friends, colleagues and constituents

The 61-year-old who grew up in Honoka‘a and was first elected in 2008 to the District 1 state House seat was impeccably commited to public service and unwaveringly dedicated to the people of his district and the entire state.

Breeani Kobayashi announces candidacy for Big Island mayor

Kobayashi is the manager of the SCP Hilo hotel and owner of the Keaukaha General Store. She also serves holds leadership positions in several community organizations.