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Pupu Platter 396: When the governor controls social media
We’re mixing things up for Hawaii Island panel this year — we’ve usually held it on the Kailua-Kona side but this time, we’re going to Hilo and I hope to see you there!. Our panelists will be Bonnie Irwin, chancellor, University of Hawaii at Hilo; David...
County sets up encampment for homeless in downtown Hilo
Hawaii County has begun setting up a temporary encampment to house homeless people in downtown Hilo. While a more permanent shelter is scheduled to open next to the Salvation Army on Ponahwai Street in August, the county has set up an array of tents on a county-managed lot just down the street.
Pahoa man arrested after allegedly threatening to set teen on fire
George Dale Foote Jr., 38, of Pahoa was arrested and charged with an array of offenses following a violent incident involving a juvenile that occurred Tuesday at a residence in Puna. At approximately 4 p.m., Puna patrol officers responded to a reported panic alarm at a residence in the area...
Coach Mizuguchi Resigns After Six Seasons With the Vulcans
UH Hilo Tennis head coach Kallen Mizuguchi resigned after six seasons leading both the Hawai’i Hilo Men’s and Women’s Tennis programs. Following a four-year playing career with the Vulcans, the hometown native and UH Hilo alum was named interim head coach for both of the Hawai’i Hilo Men’s and Women’s Tennis programs in Feb. 2019, guiding the men’s team to a Pacific West Conference Championship runner-up finish followed by the first of two NCAA Championship Semifinalist placements. Mizuguchi was given the permanent role in June and later followed up in 2021 by claiming the PacWest Conference title.
Obituaries for July 7
Alvin G. Borges 89, of Hilo died May 19 at a care home. Born in Honolulu, he was a businessman owning a gas station, bar and restaurant, founded Commercial Shelving Inc., a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and recreational golfer. Visitation 10-11 a.m. Friday (June 12) at St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Kailua, Oahu. Mass at 11 a.m. Survived by sons, Alvin Borges Jr. and Alan (Lisa) Borges of Honolulu; daughters, Donna (Russell) Montibon of Hilo, Debra Borges of Honokaa and Michelle (Alfred Jr.) Souza of Honolulu; 12 grandchildren and 21 great-grandchildren. Arrangements by Ballard Family Mortuary.
Public encouraged to report illegal fireworks to state-run task force
While fireworks are part of typical Fourth of July celebrations, state officials are encouraging the public to report illegal pyrotechnics. The Department of Law Enforcement states the public has three ways, including a new smartphone app, to report illegal aerial fireworks to the Illegal Fireworks Task Force. All reports will remain anonymous unless the reporting person wishes to provide their identity or contact information.
Hawai‘i County park returns to its original place name
A Pāhoa park sign now bears its original place name. On Wednesday, community leaders, students elected officials and local residents held a blessing for Waiakahi‘ula Beach Park, formerly known as Kahakai Park. The change honors the original place name as well as the cultural history of the area.
Hawaiʻi Police To Crack Down On Underage Drinking
ISLAND OF HAWAIʻI - Police say enforcement teams will be patrolling areas on a regular basis and will cite anyone who violates liquor laws. (BIVN) – Big Island police say they are cracking down on underage drinking during the summer break. From a Hawaiʻi Police Department news release:...
Aircraft Alert Issued For Pōhakuloa Training Area, RIMPAC
ISLAND OF HAWAIʻI - Military aircraft training will take place to and from Pōhakuloa Training Area for the Rim of the Pacific 2024 exercise into August. (BIVN) – Jet engine and aircraft will increase in the skies over Hawaiʻi island this month, as the Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2024 exercise is held through the month of July.
Hawai‘i Island police step up enforcement of underage drinking
With student summer break in full swing, multiple units of Hawai‘i Island police, including the Hilo Community Policing Section, Area I Juvenile Aid Section, and South Hilo Patrol District are stepping up enforcement of underage drinking, curfew and park hours violations. “These measures aim to ensure the safety of...
How Local Neighborhoods Can Foster Greater Unity
We live in a darkening time of worsening divisions, distrust and anxiety about the future. Increasingly, we live in isolated bubbles. We don’t talk much with our neighbors. A major root cause of our division is polarized political views. On Memorial Day, two Hawaiian Beaches ladies shifted the energy...
Candidate Q&A: Hawaii County Council District 2 — Blaine Kenji Bautista
Editor’s note: For Hawaii’s Aug. 10 Primary Election, Civil Beat asked candidates to answer some questions about where they stand on various issues and what their priorities will be if elected. The following came from Blaine Kenji Bautista, candidate for Hawaii County Council District 2, which covers Hilo...
Kalanianaole Street Improvements – Hilo HI
Roads, Bridges, and Tunnels, Infrastructure and Utilities. Civil Works Administration (CWA), Work Relief Programs, Works Progress Administration (WPA), Federal Emergency Relief Administration (FERA) Started:. Description. The Civil Works Administration (CWA) completed a project involving “Kalanianaole Road” in Hilo. Work was begun and finished in 1934. The Federal Emergency Relief Administration...
Lincoln Park Tennis Courts – Hilo HI
Work Relief Programs, Civil Works Administration (CWA) The Civil Works Administration (CWA) began, and the Federal Emergency Relief Administration (FERA) completed, the construction of four tennis courts at/by Lincoln Park in Hilo, Hawaii. 32 men were employed on the project as of Mar. 26, 1934. Primary construction was completed in...
Kumu Road (former) Improvements – Hilo HI
Roads, Bridges, and Tunnels, Infrastructure and Utilities. Federal Emergency Relief Administration (FERA), Work Relief Programs, Works Progress Administration (WPA) The Federal Emergency Relief Administration (FERA) and Works Progress Administration (WPA) conducted work improving what was then Kumu Street in Hilo, Hawaii. As of mid-July 1935 21 men were employed on the project.
Police arrest 17 for DUI
During the week of June 24-30, Hawaii Island police arrested 17 motorists for DUI. Five of the drivers were involved in a traffic accident. The numbers of arrests by district were: Puna and Hilo, six each; Kona, five. So far this year, there have been 484 DUI arrests compared to...
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