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Funding Renewed for Organic Cost-Share Program
The Hawaii Department of Agriculture (HDOA) is currently accepting applications for a new round of organic certification cost-share assistance to organic farmers and organic livestock operators....
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Puna Geothermal Facility Tripped Offline –“No Danger to the Public at This Time”
Hawaii County Civil Defense Alert Message: Puna Geothermal Facility tripped offline this afternoon. Steam was released through a safety valve. No danger to the public at this time. Filed under:...
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Free Presentation – The Changing Face of Healthcare
Improving the Doctor-Patient Relationship on the Big Island using Cozeva A free opportunity to learn about Cozeva—a new patient-doctor communication system being used in doctors’ offices throughout...
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Councilman Ilagan’s Statement About Yesterday’s Puna Geothermal Venture Steam...
At approximately 4 p.m. on March 13, Puna Geothermal Venture (PGV), tripped off line and experienced a steam release. The steam was released through the plant’s Emergency Steam Release System, which...
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Big Island Officer and Firefighter of the Year Recognized
The Aloha Exchange Club of East Hawaiʻi recognized Officer Ryan Domingo as “Officer of the Year” and Ian Smith as “Firefighter of the Year” in a dinner ceremony Thursday evening (March 14). Domingo...
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Hawai’i County Completes $3.4 Million Upgrade to Hilo’s Edith Kanaka’ole...
A thoroughly renovated and expanded Edith Kanaka’ole Multi-Purpose Stadium was officially blessed during a ceremony held today at the prominent Hilo facility. Mayor Billy Kenoi recognized the...
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Commentary – A Petition to the Chairman of Hawaii DLNR
Aloha, I’ve created a petition to William Aila, Chairman, DLNR, Hawai`i County Mayor Billy Kenoi, and Saul Pinto, CEO, Kohanaiki Shores LLC which says: A gate has already been erected on the shoreline...
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Commentary – Open Letter to Senator Solomon on House Bill 111
Dear Senator Solomon, I respectfully ask that you give a hearing to the Sustainable Living Research Bill (HB111). This Bill had almost unanimous support from State Representatives as it recently passed...
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Hawaii Crop Improvement Association Statement on Anti-GMO Marches Across the...
Hawaii Crop Improvement Association statement on Anti-GMO Marches Across the State: “Organizers of these anti-GMO and evict Monsanto marches are creating a hostile environment in our communities by...
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Guy Toyama Memorial Fund to Spur Sustainability and Entrepreneurship on the...
A new memorial fund seeks to raise $1 million to honor the life and legacy of Hawaii visionary, Guy Toyama. Sustainability grants and scholarships will foster positive change worldwide. The Guy Toyama...
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2013 Sam Choy Keauhou Poke Contest – RESULTS
Nakoa Pabre of Umeke’s was the top overall winner of today’s Sam Choy Keauhou Poke Contest. The owner of Umeke’s earned the most points with his professional entry in the Poke With Soy Sauce category....
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North Hawaii Community Hospital Encouraging Residents to Apply for...
North Hawaii Community Hospital (NHCH) would like to encourage residents to apply for three scholarship opportunities. The three scholarships include the Peggy Dineen-Orsini Scholarship, the NHCH...
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Friday – Pahoa Talk Story Session with Agriculture and Industry Experts
This Friday, March 22, at 5:30 p.m., bring your ideas, concerns and questions to the Pahoa Community Center for a talk story session with agriculture and industry experts. “Food is a basic necessity...
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Big Island Police Searching for Missing Puna Man Who May Need Medical Attention
UPDATE: HE HAS BEEN FOUND: http://www.kitv.com/news/hawaii/Missing-Big-Island-man-36-found/-/8905354/19370978/-/1122pjcz/-/index.html The Hawaiʻi Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance...
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Big Island Police Searching for Missing 17-Year-Old Kona Boy
Hawaiʻi Island police are searching for a 17-year-old boy who was reported missing from Kona. Chance Gorelangton-Kuanoni was last seen in Kailua-Kona on December 10, 2012. He is described as 5-foot-5,...
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The Food Basket, Inc. Receives $2,000 from SSFM International
The Food Basket, Inc. has accepted a generous donation of $2,000 from SSFM International to support its operations on the Big Island. The monetary donation was accompanied by a donation of food for...
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Big Island Police Looking for 21-Year-Old Missing Hilo Man
Hawaiʻi Island police are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing 21-year-old Hilo man. Jensen Joshua Yadao was last contacted by a relative on March 10 and has not been seen since. He is...
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Big Island Police Searching for 17-Year-Old Waikoloa Boy Last Seen in February
Hawaiʻi Island police are searching for a 17-year-old boy who was reported missing. Matthew Campbell was last seen at his Waikoloa home on February 22. He may be in Kona, Hāmākua, South Kohala or Puna....
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Big Island Couple Arrested for Burglary and Other Offenses in Connection With...
A Pepeʻekeo man and woman were arrested for burglary and other offenses Monday morning (March 18) in connection with several break-ins during the month of January in the Pepeʻekeo and Nīnole areas....
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Celebrate Merrie Monarch at the Volcano Art Center
Nonprofit presents free cultural encounters during annual hula festival Hawaii Island’s most anticipated event of the year is almost here and Volcano Art Center invites you to join them to celebrate!...
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