Island Life photo for July 19 — Serene scene
Island Life photo for July 19 — Serene scene
NWS: Minor coastal flooding possible
The National Weather Service in Honolulu on Thursday issued a Coastal Flood Statement for Hawaii Island through Sunday afternoon.
Police arrest 20 for DUI
During the week of July 8-14, Hawaii Island police arrested 20 motorists for DUI. Four of the drivers were involved in a traffic accident. None were younger than 21.
County clerk: Lee Loy can vote in District 2
County Clerk Jon Henricks denied a challenge to County Councilwoman Sue Lee Loy’s registration to vote in State House District 2.
Husband of crash victim sues other driver, blasts plea offer
The family of a woman who was killed in a North Kona traffic crash two years ago is suing the driver of the other car, his parents and a car rental company, seeking more than $14 million in damages.
Planning director: Bill could slow down permitting process
Requests for zoning changes could become more complicated under a proposed Hawaii County bill, warned the county’s top planning official.
Legal Aid Society to offer free legal information
The Legal Aid Society of Hawaii is pleased to announce a free legal information presentation from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at the West Hawaii Civic Center in Mayor’s Conference Room B-2.
Christmas in July craft fair Saturday in Kona
The 31st annual Joann “Goose” Williams Christmas in July Art, Gift, Jewelry, & Craft Fair will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday at the Courtyard King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel.
Island Life photo for July 18 — Scenic archway
Island Life photo for July 18 — Sunset archway
Hawaii police commissioner sues HPD and assistant chief
A Hawaii County police commissioner is suing the Hawaii Police Department and one of its senior commanders.
Island Life photo for July 17 — Pretty petals
Island Life photo for July 17 — Pretty petals
Uncertain path forward for Bayfront Trails
The next phase of the Bayfront Trails project connecting parts of Hilo is currently up in the air because of funding uncertainties.
Hawaiian Electric deploys video cameras to help detect wildfires
Hawaiian Electric will install nearly 30 cameras on the Big Island to help detect warning signs of wildfires by using artificial intelligence technology.
Honokaa High celebrates 135 years of Dragon Pride
Honokaa High School is celebrating 135 years of Dragon Pride today through Saturday.
Island Life for July 15
A pair of ornate butterflyfish swim at the Kona coast. (Reiko Sekine/community contributor)
Merchants have mixed views about county homeless camp
Some downtown Hilo business owners are conflicted about a temporary shelter erected on Ponahawai Street to house the area’s homeless population.
Alternate technology to make electricity from wind proposed for Hawaii
June brought normal to above-average rainfall for coffee belt
The summer dry season “kicked into high gear during June.”
Beloved Oahu surfer and lifeguard Tamayo Perry is celebrated
Green to appoint Nakashima’s successor, Dems to submit choices
Since the 2008 election, the residents of House District 1 have known only Mark Nakashima as their state representative.
