Single new COVID-19 case brings tally to 2,751
A single new COVID-19 cases reported Friday on the Big Island brings the total case count to date to 2,751.
Public comment sought on Hawaii County budget
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Ige: Mask mandate to continue, despite CDC relaxation of guidelines
Gov. David Ige said Thursday that — despite a U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advisory stating fully vaccinated Americans can go without a mask in most places — he will keep the state’s mask mandate in place for now.
Spreading the word: Vaccination outreach effort hits Kona neighborhoods; clinic set for Saturday
A dedicated group of individuals led by the Department of Health has been spreading the word about an upcoming vaccination clinic in Kona by pounding the pavement and knocking on doors.
Robert Cazimero revives Kahilu concert tradition
It’s official! The Kahilu Theatre made its comeback last Saturday with two concerts by Hawaiian music legend Robert Cazimero. Concertgoers who held onto their tickets from last year’s canceled Cazimero show were the first allowed to re-enter the popular Waimea venue. Some told me that they drove from as far away as Hilo and Kona just to be part of this historic event.
Honoka‘a Western Week rides again: Celebration of paniolo heritage kicks off May 22
What started in the 1940s as “Rodeo Days” has grown into a weeklong celebration of paniolo heritage, during Honoka‘a Western Week, set for May 22 to 31. And, although the large gatherings won’t be happening due to public health restrictions, the 70-plus year tradition is alive and well.
‘Great day for America’: Vaccinated can largely ditch masks
WASHINGTON — In a major step toward returning to pre-pandemic life, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention eased mask-wearing guidance for fully vaccinated people on Thursday, allowing them to stop wearing masks outdoors in crowds and in most indoor settings.
In Brief: May 14, 2021
Israel threatens Gaza ground invasion despite truce efforts
Island Life: Release the Quacken!
Octopus playtime at the Kanaloa Octopus Farm in Kona on Thursday. (Christine Haller/Community contributor)
Announcements: May 14, 2021
Lions Club of Kona awards scholarships
Obituaries: May 14, 2021
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The Big 3: Hall of Fame night awaits Duncan, Garnett, Bryant
Kobe. Timmy. KG.
Avs clinch No. 1 seed with win over Kings
DENVER — Tyson Jost was barely off the ice and already wearing a burgundy shirt commemorating the Colorado Avalanche winning the Presidents’ Trophy.
Seimone Augustus retires, joins coaching staff as Sparks trim roster
LOS ANGELES — The Sparks roster isn’t the only thing that changed Thursday when teams had to trim their rosters in preparation for the season.
Spieth shoots 63, shares lead at low-scoring hometown Nelson
McKINNEY, Texas — Jordan Spieth had his longest stretch all day of mere pars — a whopping four holes — on the besieged new home course of the AT&T Byron Nelson when the local favorite stepped over a 55-foot eagle putt on the par-5 18th.
Oahu man sentenced to supervision over Utah cyberstalking
SALT LAKE CITY — An Oahu man who pleaded guilty to cyberstalking a Utah family by sending more than 500 people to their house for unwanted services including food deliveries, plumbers and prostitutes was sentenced Thursday to three years of supervision and ordered to adhere to strict limitations on use of the internet.
Endangered monk seal mom with new pup needs space in Waikiki
HONOLULU — Wildlife officials want people on a Waikiki beach to give an endangered newborn seal and its nursing mother lots of space.
Letters to the Editor: May 14, 2021
A military hero’s send off
