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‘We do it for love, not money’: Strong opposition to proposed changes to ag lot taxes
Big Island farmers are urging Hawaii County to postpone or cancel a set of new agricultural tax rules they worry will spell the end for many small farms.
Orchid show preview party to benefit Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center
The Ku‘ikahi Mediation Center is raising money for its mission of “Finding Solutions, Growing Peace.”
Growing strong: Hilo Orchid Show and Sale returns for its 70th year
The Hilo Orchid Show and Sale this week will celebrate 70 years as one of the community’s longest running events.
Susan Kazama takes over as chancellor of Hawaii Community College
Susan Kazama likes to go fast.
Ed Olson dies at 93
Edmund “Ed” Olson, Big Island businessman and philanthropist, died Monday afternoon at Hilo Benioff Medical Center. He was 93.
Global tech shutdown disrupts some Hawaii travelers
Operations at Kauai’s County Department of Motor Vehicles were briefly hobbled Friday by the global tech outage.
Suspect sought in Waiakea Elementary break-in
A 15-year-old Hilo boy has been arrested and charged with burglary and other property offenses following two incidents that occurred Wednesday at two different schools in Hilo.
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.
Pauahi Street closed for part of next week
Pauahi Street in Hilo from Aupuni Street to Kamehameha Avenue will be closed Monday, July 22, to Thursday, July 26.
NWS: Minor coastal flooding possible
The National Weather Service in Honolulu on Thursday issued a Coastal Flood Statement for Hawaii Island through Sunday afternoon.
Kupuna Softball Tournament wraps up
More than 400 players in 21 Hawaii Island teams played games Thursday during the last day of the two-day Hawaii County Kupuna Softball Tournament at Walter Victor Baseball Complex in Hilo.
NATO protection for Hawaii is not clear-cut
In response to recent prodding by congressional lawmakers on whether NATO’s mutual defense treaty applies to Hawaii and whether it can be amended to explicitly include it, the U.S. State Department has responded with a partial answer.
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.
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.
Hawaii Kupuna Softball Tournament continues today
The Department of Parks and Recreation’s Elderly Activities Division kicked off the 49th Annual Hawaii Kupuna Softball Tournament on Wednesday, hosting 21 teams and over 400 players from around the island.
Police commissioner sues HPD and assistant chief
A Hawaii County police commissioner is suing the Hawaii Police Department and one of its senior commanders.
KDEN to perform ‘You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown’ over 3 weekends
Kilauea Drama and Entertainment, or KDEN, will be bringing its summer musical to three locations for three weekends.
State works to keep bird flu out of Hawaii
As the number of dairy cows infected with H5N1 bird flu continues to grow and spread to multiple states in the U.S., Hawaii is hoping to keep the virus away.
Honokaa High celebrates 135 years of Dragon Pride
Honokaa High School is celebrating 135 years of Dragon Pride today through Saturday.
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