Testing continues as virus case count rises
A second pop-up drive-through testing clinic for COVID-19 was set up at the Old Kona Airport Park on Saturday as the state’s number of presumptive or positive cases reached 151.
Hotels close doors: Majority of Kona, Kohala properties shutter, furlough staff due to COVID-19
A majority of hotels from South Kona to South Kohala will be closed as of today because of the novel coronavirus.
Getting a better understanding: Second drive-through COVID-19 testing slated for Kona
A second pop-up drive-through testing clinic for COVID-19 will be set up at the Old Kona Airport Park on Saturday.
Fish Hopper feeding its laid-off employees
Amid massive furloughs and layoffs, with the stay-at-home order taking effect throughout the state, one West Hawaii restaurant is doing what they can to take care of their employees.
COVID-19 mass screening draws more than 1,600; nearly 300 tested Monday
The line of automobiles extended over a half-mile as residents descended upon Old Kona Airport Park for West Hawaiis first drive-up COVID-19 testing Monday morning.
Playground takes shape: Community raises funds, builds 2 new playgrounds for Kealakehe students
Kealakehe Elementary School students will have two new playgrounds when they return to school thanks to a grassroots community effort.
Residents close Two Step: Popular snorkel spot overrun after state closes beaches due to coronavirus
Residents at Honaunau Bay, also known as Two Step, took it upon themselves to close access to all nonresidents on Friday.
Feeding the hungry: Food Basket seeks monetary donations, paper bags, volunteers
The Food Basket, Hawaii Islands food bank, is seeking the communitys help as they face uncertain times providing food for our islands hungry as the coronavirus pandemic continues.
Drive-through COVID-19 testing comes to Kona on Monday
‘It’s the right thing to do’: Local restaurants adjust operations amid coronavirus
For many West Hawaii restaurants, it was business as usual Wednesday; however some are heeding Gov. David Iges suggestion to switch to carry-out service amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Kailua Village farmers market suspending operations March 29
The iconic farmers market in Kailua Village will suspend operations March 29, and tenants are unsure of their future.
YWAM students returning home
Discipleship Training School students at Youth With a Mission in Kona returning from three months abroad will be monitored at the University of the Nations.
A big step up: Konawaena gets fully equipped weight room
Students and athletes at Konawaena High School have a new room to build strong bodies as well as strong minds.
First responders take on COVID
Hawaii Islands first responders have protocols in place and are ready should they come across persons with confirmed or possible COVID-19 in the course of their work.
Kona Brewers Festival postponed due to coronavirus
The 25th Kona Brewers Festival slated for Saturday has been canceled amid the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.
Tickets remain for 25th annual Kona Brewers Festival
Beer aficionados and foodies from around the world will gather Saturday on the shores of Kamakahonu Bay at the Luau Grounds of the King Kamehamehas Kona Beach Hotel for the 25th annual Kona Brewers Festival.
Nephi’s Smoke House delights diners with family recipes
If you are hankering for good, local-style comfort food, theres a hidden gem in Kona that will satisfy your cravings.
Wave Riders Against Drugs West Hawaii Community Beach Cleanup
Keiki to Kupuna gathered Saturday to clean up West Hawaii beaches.
Kids Heart Challenge gets kids moving, helping others
The sound of childrens laughter from physical activity rang through the yard at Kona Hongwanji Preschool Friday morning as keiki took part in the American Heart Association Kids Heart Challenge.
25th annual Kona Brewers Festival to go on despite virus fears
Despite a spate of canceled events throughout the state as COVID-19 fears escalate, festivities on the Big Island are forging ahead.