Two more COVID-19 cases for Big Island
Two new COVID-19 cases were reported Saturday on the Big Island, bringing the island’s total case count to 2,228.
Third sex assault case filed against Kona man
A 21-year-old Kona man indicted in 2019 for allegedly sexually assaulting a minor on the grounds of a South Kona public school was recently indicted in connection with two later, unrelated sex assaults.
Brush fire scorches Kaupulehu acreage
Firefighters were still working Thursday evening to quash a brush fire that broke out earlier in the day in Kaupulehu.
G Que Southern Chicken and BBQ opens in Kona
Two talented chefs have come together in a venture to bring Southern-style chicken and barbecue to Kona … and so much more.
Local VFW founder celebrates 101st birthday
Dick Skarnes grew up during the Great Depression, served in the armed forces in World War II, was founder of the local VFW and on Saturday celebrated his 101st birthday with family and friends.
Hawaiian monk seal RB00 visits Kona for Super Bowl Sunday
Hawaiian Monk Seal RB00 suns herself on the beach Sunday. An estimated 1,400 monk seals inhabit the main and Northwestern Hawaiian islands, according to NOAA. Approximately 300 of those seals cruise the waters and haul up on beaches in the main Hawaiian Islands, including about a half dozen on the Big Island. (Laura Ruminski/West Hawaii Today)
Creating a culture of kindness: Preschoolers part of worldwide effort to construct 100-mile paperchain
A Kealakekua preschool is doing its small part to complete a 100-mile “Kindness Paperchain” made by children around the world.
Surf’s up! Advisory remains posted through Saturday afternoon for west-facing shores
A high surf advisory remains posted through Saturday afternoon for west-facing shores of the Big Island.
Drug court participant constructs, installs bench at Kona walking path
With COVID-19 restrictions in place, it has become difficult for Big Island Drug Court participants to find opportunities to perform community service. But one individual found a way to work off his hours while using his skills to benefit Maka‘eo Walking Path.
Kona Seafood Market opens as bright spot amid ‘perfect storm’ of COVID-19 pandemic
Instead of lamenting their jobs selling timeshares lost when the pandemic shut down tourism, Edward Blum and Jared Dufault decided to open their own business.
‘We’re here to support freedom’: Local Trump supporters remain faithful
Spread a little love: Magician masters new craft to give hope during pandemic
Generations of keiki in West Hawaii have witnessed the magic of Barry “The Great Barusky” Gitelson or have left one of his appearances with a balloon animal, but during the pandemic, unable to perform his craft, he has found another way to spread the magic of love and hope.
Keep Calm & Skate On: Keiki take part in skateboarding amid pandemic
Tuesday afternoon presented the perfect opportunity for keiki to skateboard to their heart’s content at Old Kona Airport Park in Kailua-Kona.
More than 500 front-line workers have received vaccination in West Hawaii
West Hawaii’s hospitals have vaccinated more than 500 people since Dec. 23.
Last Waiki accomplice changes plea
The last of the seven defendants accused of aiding Justin Waiki following the fatal shooting of Hawaii Police Department Officer Bronson Kaliloa in July 2018, recently reached a plea agreement with the state.
Ready to bid adieu to 2020: Fireworks sales kick off on Hawaii Island
Hawaii Island residents are ready to bid adieu to 2020 and welcome the new year with a bang, and firework vendors are prepared to meet their needs.
County offering free tree-cycling through mid-January
To help make the holidays greener, Hawaii County will again offer free tree-cycling.
Taking care of the community: Businesses, farms, volunteers team up to provide holiday meals
Dozens and dozens of cars lined up at the surviving small business of Waimea Coffee Company to receive free meals and a whole lot of cheer ahead of Christmas. Organizers Victoria Scott and Tenny Lindsey-Velez of Waimea built this event off a random conversation that ended up with both saying, “I’m in! I’m in!”
‘The beginning of the end’: Frontline workers, first responders receive COVID-19 vaccine
The first 25 frontline workers at Kona Community Hospital received their initial dose of the COVID-19 vaccine Wednesday afternoon in Kealakekua.
Helicopter tour company sees increase in bookings after months of no action due to virus
After months of nearly nonexistent business because of COVID-19, one tour company has seen an uptick in bookings since Sunday’s eruption commenced at Kilauea Volcano‘s summit.
