Hurry up and wait
Travelers waited in hourslong lines at Hilo International Airport over the weekend and Monday due to an “equipment failure,” according to the state Department of Transportation.
Former fugitive, alleged associate, make initial court appearances
An attempted murder suspect captured by police over the weekend and a woman associate who was a passenger in a car driven by a man shot to death by police detectives in Kailua-Kona made their initial court appearances Monday on opposite sides of the island.
Mediation urged to curb evictions: State legislation aims to help prevent homelessness
A bill seeking to establish prelitigation mediation in eviction cases has passed the state House and has received committee referrals in the Senate.
Colors of the Rainbow: Kahakai Elementary holds Color Run
The colors of the rainbow filled the air Friday afternoon at Kahakai Elementary School as they held their annual School Color Run.
Cheers to the Years
Returning to the pre-pandemic format, the 28th Annual Kona Brewers Festival took place Saturday at the King Kamehameha Kona Beach Hotel Luau Grounds.
State biologist: Relocated nene doing well
The male nene, 59K, and his gosling are doing well after being relocated from Keaukaha to the Kipuka ‘Ainahou Nene Sanctuary last weekend.
Manhunt Over, Suspect in Custody
The suspect who lead Hawaii Island Police on a manhunt Friday was captured without incident Saturday morning in Honokaa.
Pay to educate our keiki – or pay later
Education is the best public investment, especially on this island. It is not just the pupil who benefits. A healthy society depends on everyone to have an ability to contribute. No matter whether that contribution is in the simplest tasks or the most complex. Many careers that look simple can be quite overwhelming when you get closer. Ever seen the cab of a garbage truck? There are many controls you would not even recognize let alone understand.
Volcano Watch: Hele mai to the USGS open house on March 15
The U.S. Geological Survey will host an informal open house on March 15 about the proposed new building in Hilo and draft Environmental Assessment. The event will be hosted from 5-7 p.m. at the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory offices in the Iron Works building located at 1266 Kamehameha Avenue-Suite C in Hilo.
County Council resolution supports trash-conversion facility
Hawaii County has set a goal to process and recycle all solid waste on the Big Island in only three years.
Manhunt ends as suspect taken into custody
The suspect who lead Hawaii Island Police on a manhunt Friday was captured without incident Saturday morning in Honokaa.
World Baseball Classic players get artsy with custom cleats
Flashy footwear is a feature of this year’s World Baseball Classic. Stadium Custom Cleats has provided about 42 specially designed shoes for three dozen players. The company owned by Alex Katz, a pitcher for Israel at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics and at this year’s WBC. Puerto Rico closer Edwin Díaz has trumpets in a reference to his intro music. Israel outfielder Joc Pederson has bright silver cleats with blue Stars of David. Katz came up with the idea in 2016 when was chastised by a minor league coordinator.
THE BEAUTY OF TREES IS MORE THAN JUST FLOWERS
Trees like the Jacaranda, Royal Poinciana and Plumeria are valued for their colorful and often fragrant flowers. Some on the other hand are notable due to their interesting bark.
EU, US to increasingly target supporters of Russia’s war in Ukraine
WASHINGTON — The European Union and the United States are planning to further limit support for Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and U.S. President Joe Biden announced on Friday.
Hawaii Island Humane Society’s Tropical Paws fundraising gala returns to Four Seasons Resort Hualalai
Tropical Paws benefit gala returns to raise much needed funds for shelter animals at the Hawaii Island Humane Society on Saturday, March 25 at the Four SeasonsResort Hualalai.
Suspect dead in police involved shooting
Hawaii County Police confirmed Friday one suspect is dead following a police involved shooting on Palani Road in Kailua-Kona
Announcements for March 10
FOLK Book Club meets Tuesday, March 21st
EHCC chickens out during Youth Art Month
March is Youth Art Month on the Big Island, and the East Hawai’i Cultural Center is celebrating with a variety of exciting initiatives and collaborations.
