Ippy Aiona keeps it easy: Famed Waimea chef releases new cookbook with simple, local-style dishes
It’s been a decade since Chef Philip “Ippy” Aiona was, at 23, the youngest competitor on “Food Network Star,” winning fans with his flowing locks, since shorn, and easy smile, which he still possesses. He went deep into the competition, a mere episode from the finals.
Char: Graduations could fuel COVID spike
State Health Director Libby Char said Friday she’s concerned the recent statewide rise in COVID-19 cases will become more pronounced during graduation season.
Tougher penalties eyed to protect ‘aquatic resources’
Among the bills passed this legislative session and sent to Gov. David Ige for his consideration is one that would stiffen penalties for violating the state’s aquatic resources law.
Man falls asleep in car, gets busted for meth
A report of a sedan parked in a Puna roadway blocking traffic with the driver asleep at the wheel led to a felony narcotics bust, according to court documents filed by police.
A ‘poor tool’ for justice? Bail reform measure heads to Gov. Ige for consideration
A bill passed last week by state Legislature would eliminate the use of monetary bail and require defendants to be released on their own recognizance for certain nonviolent offenses.
Puna man pleads guilty to manslaughter in 2019 shooting
A 38-year-old Puna man pleaded guilty Monday to manslaughter and use of a firearm in the commission of a separate felony for a fatal shooting three years ago in Mountain View.
Mountain View man sentenced to 13 years for meth trafficking
A 36-year-old Mountain View man was sentenced last month to 13 years in federal prison for using the U.S. Postal Service to distribute methamphetamine.
April brought abundant rainfall to some areas
April showers came as a welcome relief to the dry conditions that defined the first three months of 2022, at least on the Big Island’s windward side.
John Cruz brings 25 years of ‘Acoustic Soul’ to Waimea
It’s been 25 years since John Cruz’s debut album, “Acoustic Soul,” won Contemporary Album of the Year at the 1997 Na Hoku Hanohano Awards and Cruz claimed the Hoku for Most Promising Artist.
‘A hui hou, Uncle Johnny’
Thousands paid their respects Saturday to Johnny Lum Ho in a celebration of the legendary kumu hula’s life and legacy.
Connections charter school case being appealed to high court
The state Land Use Commission’s denial of an application by Connections New Century Public Charter School for a special use permit to build a campus in Hilo on about 70 acres of state land zoned for agriculture is being appealed.
May kicks off with choke rain in E. Hawaii
It was a wet weekend for Hawaii Island’s windward side — and a monsoonal Monday to start the week.
Hilo surgery center is in jeopardy of closing: Owners allege hospital is discouraging doctors from using the facility
Hilo’s only outpatient general surgical center could be in danger of closing its doors.
A bill aimed at putting more Hawaiians on homestead land clears key committee
The unanimous passage Thursday of a bill that would appropriate $600 million to the Department of Hawaiian Home Lands by a House-Senate conference committee was met with applause and fanfare.
State funds to be used to demolish old airport cargo ramp
A stalled project to demolish the former cargo ramp at Hilo International Airport is back on track after the release of $4.5 million in capital improvement funds in mid-April by Gov. David Ige.
Documents: Haku Waipa was victim in Puna slaying
A court document filed by police identifies the man who was shot, killed and found burned in his own vehicle Saturday afternoon in Puna as Haku Waipa.
Hilo man, 64, pleads not guilty to nearly two dozen sex assault charges
A 64-year-old Hilo man pleaded not guilty Wednesday to 23 felony charges in connection with the sexual assault of two minor girls.
Traffic crash victim ID’d, suspect has previous DUI convictions
A court document filed by prosecutors identifies a 39-year-old man critically injured in a motorcycle-pickup truck collision Thursday night as Joel Cabel.
County, mayor sued over Waipi‘o road closure
A community organization has filed a lawsuit against the county, Mayor Mitch Roth and Public Works Director Ikaika Rodenhurst, alleging the closure of Waipi‘o Valley Road to all but a handful of people is unlawful.
Overall winner at the Merrie Monarch Festival has strong ties to the Big Island
The overall winner at the 59th Annual Merrie Monarch Festival hula competition is from Kauai, but the halau has roots in Hilo.
