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City taps Kurt Lager to temporarily lead Department of Ocean Safety
Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi has assigned Kurt Lager to be the temporary director for the city’s Department of Ocean Safety. Lager has served as the department’s acting director for months and has over 19 years of experience in ocean safety. The city recently separated the Ocean Safety Department...
AIA National President and CEO urge mayor to appoint chief architect in first Maui visit
This June, the local Maui and Honolulu chapters of AIA (American Institute of Architects), including AIA Maui President and Principal Architect at Hawaiʻi Off Grid David Sellers, welcomed AIA National President Kimberly Dowdell and AIA National CEO Laksiha Ann Woods to Hawaiʻi. The visit to the AIA Hawaiʻi chapters was its first in over 20 years.
Ask A Specialist: Tendon-related problems
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Carpenters or gardeners may suffer from tendon-related injuries that might require medical treatment. Tendons control the movement of the hand, wrists and fingers. Orthopedic hand surgeon Dr. Andrew Chen of Queens Medical Center, West O’ahu identified the common hand and wrist tendon-related problems. According to...
Info-sessions to educate Kaua‘i residents on broadband equity and funding
The county of Kaua‘i Office of Economic Development will hold a series of informational sessions from July to September to update and train the public on the upcoming Broadband Equity, Access and Development Challenge Process. Despite increasing reliance on the internet, some people still lack access due to cost,...
Kahuku’s Aiden Manutai commits to Cal to continue Hawai’i recruiting pipeline
The Hawai’i-to-Cal pipeline continues. Kahuku defensive back Aiden Manutai became the third Hawai’i high school football player in the class of 2025 to make a commitment to play for the University of California, Berkeley, when he made his decision known at a live-streamed event at the Ko’olau Plantation Estate in Ka’a’awa Friday afternoon.
High Bacteria Advisory Posted For Richardson Ocean Center In Keaukaha
HILO, Hawaiʻi - Health officials say enterococci levels of 364 per 100 mL have been detected at Richardson Ocean Center during routine beach monitoring. (BIVN) – Health officials have issued a High Bacteria Count Advisory for the waters off the Richardson Ocean Center in Keaukaha. The Hawaiʻi Department...
For the third time, a car has driven into Honokohau Harbor
KAILUA-KONA, Hawaii (Island News) -- A vehicle ended up in the waters of Honokohau Harbor in Kailua Kona. This week’s incident was the third time since the spring 2023 that drivers have gone down the same boat ramp into watery depths. No serious injuries were reported in any of...
County kicks off 49th annual Hawai‘i Kūpuna Softball Tournament
The 49th annual Hawai‘i Kūpuna Softball Tournament kicked off Wednesday with an opening ceremony that included a heartfeld blessing and a ceremonial first pitch, which was thrown by Hawai‘i County Mayor Mitch Roth. Hosted by the Hawai‘i County Department of Parks and Recreation’s Elderly Activities Division, this...
Hawaii’s Brad Tavares set to make UFC history on Saturday
For the 30th time in his professional career, Hawaii’s Brad Tavares will make the walk to the octagon this weekend, featured as the co-main event for the 60th UFC card on ESPN. The Hilo native will face off against Park Jun-Yong (17-6) in a 185-pound showdown. Tavares (20-9) will be making history on Saturday, fighting […]
Marroquin Named Vulcans Men’s Soccer Head Coach
Diego Marroquin has been named Hawai’i Hilo Men’s Soccer head coach. Marroquin arrived to the Big Island last August and served as acting head coach for the Vulcans in the fall. Hawai’i Hilo posted just its third double-digit win season in program history to finish No. 3 in the Pacific West Conference standings and No. 10 in the final NCAA West Region Rankings.
Fairmont Kea Lani announces Taste of Kō[racha], Aug. 10
Kō Restaurant at Fairmont Kea Lani is introducing Taste of Kō[racha], a one-night culinary event highlighting the innovative multicultural cuisine of Kō elevated with Kōracha, the venue’s new, locally crafted hot sauce created in collaboration with HiSpice. This island-style food festival will feature culinary creations...
Water quality issues continue to disrupt hatcheries at Big Island's HOST Park
Since 2021, tenants at the renowned Hawaiʻi Ocean Science and Technology (HOST) Park have experienced severe issues with growing larvae — a big part of the operations for many of the facility’s companies. The problem has been so bad that the state Natural Energy Laboratory of Hawaiʻi...
Fourth annual Chace Numata Senior All-Star Game ends in walk-off fashion
The first Chace Numata Senior All-Star Game at Les Murakami Stadium went out with a bang. Hilo’s Legend Lancaster delivered a two-out single up the middle to cap a four-run bottom of the ninth inning to help the Aloha Stars rally over the Hawaiian Stars, 10-9, Friday night in the fourth annual event.
Rotary Club of Kīhei Wailea secures $21,000 grant for Maui Rescue Mission mobile units
The Rotary Club of Kīhei Wailea has received a $21,000 grant from the Rotary D5000 Foundation Maui Fires Relief Fund to support Maui Rescue Mission mobile units, according to an announcement. The first unit has been deployed to different locations weekly, offering essential services to homeless Maui residents. Services...
Another Hawaiʻi County mayoral candidate forum scheduled this week
Hui ʻOihana, the Hawaiʻi Island Native Hawaiian Chamber of Commerce, and partners Hui Hoʻolako for Hawaiian Initiatives, the Office of Hawaiian Affairs and Nā Leo TV will host another chance for Big Island voters to ask questions and get information about the candidates who want to lead the island for the next four years.
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