Big Island briefs for March 17, 2023
Cargo van stolen from Salvation Army Hilo Temple Corps
Proposed new HVO site could benefit students
A proposed new site for the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory near the University of Hawaii in Hilo’s campus would allow for greater opportunities for geology students, HVO staff said.
Cesspools slated to close
Two West Hawaii large-capacity cesspools are slated to be closed by the beginning of the month according to action taken by the The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Mobile health clinic unveiled
A new mobile health care clinic has arrived on the Big Island courtesy of Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies, a Hawaii-based nonprofit dedicated to improving maternal, child and family health care.
Biden hosting Irish prime minister on St. Patrick’s Day
President Joe Biden is set to host Ireland’s prime minister on Friday, after the COVID-19 pandemic scuttled the longstanding St. Patrick’s Day meetup two years in a row.
UN nuclear watchdog: 2.5 tons of uranium missing in Libya
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Some 2.5 tons of natural uranium stored in a site in war-torn Libya have gone missing, the United Nations nuclear watchdog said Thursday, raising safety and proliferation concerns.
Former fugitive Kahihikolo indicted
A Hilo Grand Jury on Wednesday indicted an Ocean View man on eight counts related to an attempted murder and subsequent manhunt.
Announcements for March 17th 2023
Hawaii County Parks and Recreation announces Summer Fun
NCAA roundup: Henderson, Princeton stun Arizona 59-55 in NCAA Tournament
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Mitch Henderson’s victory leap that punctuated Princeton’s famed upset over UCLA in 1996 has become an iconic moment. There is a picture of the joyous jump at the school’s practice facility that serves as a constant reminder of what’s possible.
South Carolina’s star quintet ready for one last NCAA run
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina’s “Freshies” are ready for one last dance.
Kona team wins Haili Volleyball Tournament youth division
HILO — Wednesday night marked the conclusion of the Haili Volleyball Tournament’s youth play, with the championship rounds for each age group played at Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium.
Mets’ Díaz expected to miss season with torn patellar tendon
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. (AP) — New York Mets closer Edwin Díaz has a torn patellar tendon and is expected to miss the entire season after hurting his right knee while celebrating a victory in the World Baseball Classic.
Japan, South Korea renew ties at Tokyo summit
TOKYO (AP) — Japan and South Korea agreed to resume regular visits between their leaders and take steps to resolve a trade dispute during a long-awaited summit Thursday. Japan’s prime minister called their meeting a “big step” to rebuilding the two nations’ security and economic ties as they try to overcome a century of difficult history.
Nation & world news at a glance for March 17, 2023
Florida Scoured Math Textbooks for ‘Prohibited Topics.’ Next Up: Social Studies.
Big banks create $30B rescue package for First Republic By KEN SWEET AP Business Writer
Eleven of the biggest U.S. banks Thursday announced a $30 billion rescue package for First Republic Bank in an effort to prevent it from becoming the third to fail in less than a week and head off a broader banking crisis.
Exhibit: ‘Invisible’ Monet, Leon, was key to impressionism
PARIS (AP) — Behind some great men, there is a bigger brother.
International Theatrical Dance Production: The Radiant Tarot comes to Hale Halawai in Kailua-Kona this Saturday, March 18th
Kailua-Kona, HI – The Radiant Tarot is a multimedia dance interpretation of the tarot deck The Radiant Tarot: Pathway to Creativity, illustrated by Alexandria Eldridge and authored by Tony Barnstone through the lens of psychology, the science of creativity, and the world’s literary, artistic, and spiritual traditions. The show highlights local Big Island dancers alongside it’s internationally touring cast. The audience follows the Fool’s journey from innocence to maturity through the lush visual landscape from Eldridge’s paintings and Barnstone’s prose, continually revolving around the human journey toward meaning.
