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‘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.

Late Big Island state senator’s legacy honored with new sign at park bearing his name

The new signage is a testament to the life of Gilbert “Gil” Kahele and the contributions he made to the Hawaiʻi Island community.

Aloha Billy: Family, friends, community gather to celebrate life, legacy of former Hawai‘i County Mayor Billy Kenoi

There were no formal speakers, but there was plenty of laughter, hugs, music and food, with a few tears; it was almost like a family reunion of sorts, exactly how Kenoi’s youngest sister Kina Kenoi Sai said her brother would have wanted it.

Pearl Harbor Medal of Honor recipient to be buried at Arlington National Cemetery

Seventy-six years after valiant service during the Pearl Harbor attack, the remains of Seaman 1st Class James Ward were identified and he will be reburied with full honors at Arlington National Cemetery.

Greenwell Farms’ 100% Kona Coffee debuts new branding, package design

The refreshed packaging and website evolve the branding of a family farm with roots that extend to 1850 with Henry Nicholas Greenwell.

Big Island Mourns Loss of Kumu Hula Johnny Lum Ho

A gentle rain blanketed Hilo on Sunday night, falling like tears on the Big Island as it began to deal with the loss of one of its most beloved sons.

Legacy Carbon Celebrates Anniversary with New Offset Partners

Legacy Carbon is ringing in its one-year anniversary with the announcement of Carbon offset partnerships.