Roth released from hospital, recovering at home from heart attack
Hawaii County Mayor Mitch Roth was released from Hilo Medical Center today, 11 days after suffering a heart attack.
Ige appoints Hilo’s Laura Acasion to state Senate
Gov. David Ige announced today he’s appointed Laura Acasio of Hilo, an educator, to the state Senate District 1 seat vacated by Kai Kahele, who is now a U.S. congressman.
DOH reports 4 new COVID-19 cases on Hawaii Island, 75 new statewide
The state Department of Health today reported four new coronavirus infections on Hawaii Island and 75 statewide.
Aloha to Ben Aipa, a Hawaii surfing legend
Hawaiian surf legend Ben Aipa, who achieved renown in the 1960s and ’70s as a powerful, creative surfer, innovative board shaper and dedicated coach, died Friday at his Hilo home at the age of 78 in the presence of his wife, Lenore.
‘Whatever it takes’: Organizers hope to get players back on soccer pitch soon
For the Hawaii Prep girls Division II soccer dynasty, every one of the past seven years has been “the year.”
Police arrest 20 for DUI
During the week of Jan. 11-17, Hawaii Island police arrested 20 motorists for DUI. One of the drivers was involved in a traffic accident. None were younger than of 21.
UPDATE: Kern gets negative recommendation from Planning Committee
The County Council Planning Committee voted 5-4 Tuesday evening to send the confirmation of Planning Director Zendo Kern to the council early next month with a negative recommendation.
County cancels water conservation notice for Kalapana customers
The county Department of Water Supply said Tuesday that it is canceling the water conservation notice for Kalapana customers, effective immediately.
Ige appoints Hilo educator Acasio to Kahele’s former state Senate seat
Gov. David Ige on Tuesday announced the appointment of longtime educator Laura Clint Acasio to fill the state Senate District 1 seat that became vacant with the election of Kai Kahele to U.S. Congress.
Mobile COVID testing initiative aimed at screening underserved areas of Hawaii County
Premier Medical Group traveled to Mountain View on Tuesday to screen the community for COVID-19 as part of an initiative to test underserved areas in Hawaii County.
Hilo hospital urges calm as kupuna vaccinations begin
‘Demand far exceeds supply’: Ige, others urge patience about vaccinations
Frequent traffic delays at new light stir call for solutions
Pediatricians: Open schools now
Editor’s note: Portions of this letter were published Tuesday in a story on Page A1.
McConnell: Trump ‘provoked’ Capitol siege, mob was fed lies
‘Shameful’: US virus deaths top 400K as Trump leaves office
News briefs for January 20
Biden immigration plan opposed by GOP, conservative groups
State briefs for January 20
Honolulu seeks to drop case against US surgeon general
2 Guard members made extremist statements about inauguration
Obituaries for January 20
Allen “Fuj” Nobuo Fujie, 64, of Hilo died Jan. 6 at Hilo Medical Center. Born in Hilo, he was a carpenter and member of the Carpenters Union Local 745. Private services held. Survived by wife, Nela Valledor Fujie of Hilo; son, Avery Fujie of Hilo; daughter, Ashley-Rae (Reyn) Fujie-Fukuki of Hilo; sister, Joyce (Carl) Arakaki of Hilo; mother-in-law, Rosita Valledor of Pahala; brothers-in-law, Dean (Karen) Valledor of Hilo, Dave Valledor of Kailua, Oahu, and Eric Valledor of Pahala; sister-in-law, Merle (Andrew) Del Rosario of Ewa Beach, Oahu; nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Arrangements by Dodo Mortuary.
