Small Business Matters: TMT, 20 years later: what could have been
Weve come a long way in the 20 years that have passed since the TMT protesters decided to turn back time and not be part of the future: another generation of continuing dependence on tourisms whims, limited opportunities for our young people, and brain drain. All of this accompanied by a sort of general societal letdown after the promise of all the good that could have been being abruptly snatched away; a kind of cultural deflation.
Gabbard punches back against Clinton’s criticism
KAILUA-KONA Hawaii Congresswoman and Democratic presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard hit back against Hillary Clintons criticism on Saturday.
Volcano Watch: What was that ship doing by the 2018 lava deltas?
HILO In late September, East Hawaii residents with ocean views may have noticed an unusual ship too small for a cruise ship, too big for a fishing boat sailing just offshore of the 2018 lava deltas along the Puna coast. It also entered Hilo Harbor, where it deployed several smaller boats that canvassed the bay within the breakwall.
Bezona column: Become a Master Gardener
It might be too early to think about New Years resolutions but look at the big stores already promoting Christmas and it isnt even Halloween! New Year resolutions are fun to make every year, but it is sometimes hard to measure their success.
Teacher Feature: Joy Personius
KAILUA-KONA Joy Personius is in her third year as the Department of Education West Hawaii Complex Area Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Resource Teacher, where part of her work is guiding teachers in the implementation of restorative practices in classrooms.
Court upholds BLNR fines of unlicensed lava boats
HILO Hilo Circuit Judge Greg Nakamura upheld administrative fines levied by the state Board of Land and Natural Resources totaling $48,500 against three illegal commercial lava boat tours on Hawaii Island in a ruling issued Sept. 27.
Runnin’ With Rani: The Morning After
With feelings of excitement and pure inspiration still flowing strong from watching the previous days action-packed Ironman World Championships, the morning after often bears witness to many motivated toward new exercise regimens and for a few others, simply a good ol race of swim-bike-run.
Pahoa couple vying for title of ‘Fittest Couple’ in new Paramount Network competition
Hawaii’s lack of pro bono lawyers affecting immigrant asylum
HONOLULU A shortage of Hawaii attorneys who can handle cases on a pro bono basis is hampering the progress of immigrants seeking asylum in the U.S., officials said.
Best of West plaque sale not affiliated with WHT
KAILUA-KONA To all the Best of West Hawaii business winners, the newspaper is proud of you.
SKEA presents two workshops with artist, botanist Linda Ann Vorobik
The Society for Konas Education &Art for Konas Education &Art is presenting two workshops with artist and botanist Linda Ann Vorobik, Ph.D.
UH regents unveil Maunakea resolution
More than 5,000 citations issued amid stepped-up traffic enforcement near Maunakea Access Road
KAILUA-KONA Stepped-up traffic enforcement efforts on Daniel K. Inouye Highway near Maunakea Access Road continues amid the Thirty Meter Telescope protest.
Waiki accomplice trial continues
KAILUA-KONA Jury trial for three people accused of aiding alleged cop killer Justin Waiki entered its third week on Tuesday.
Daylight Mind Coffee Company closes doors
KAILUA-KONA Daylight Mind Coffee Company closed the doors at two of its West Hawaii locations this week.
Island Life: Not the rock variety
A tufted spiny lobster clambers across coral on Oct. 12 in Kailua Bay. (Donna Goodale/Community contributor)
About Town 10-18-19
20 years of Thanksgiving dinners
Police locate man wanted on outstanding warrants
KAILUA-KONA Hawaii Island police are asking for the publics assistance in locating a 31-year-old man wanted on numerous outstanding warrants.
Vrabel: Titans switch to Tannehill at QB looking for spark
NASHVILLE, Tenn. The Tennessee Titans want to jump-start an offense that has just one touchdown over the past 10 quarters, so theyre turning to veteran quarterback Ryan Tannehill and benching Marcus Mariota.
Grace, Konawaena ‘dig deep’ in fifth set to get best of rival Hawaii Prep one more time
KEAAU Hawaii Prep ramped up its ball-control, passing much better from the previous night, to give old rival Konawaena a competitive match, a tradition where the two bring out the best in each other.
