Hilo on record pace for rainfall
With a wetter-than-average October, the Big Island continued its unusually rainy year, although drier months might be on the horizon.
Democrats claim all Big Island state House seats
Facing slim competition from challengers, Hawaii Democrats appeared poised to handily win all Big Island House seats Tuesday night.
Thurston Lava Tube likely to remain closed until 2019
While much of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park has been reopened since its historic closure earlier this year, some parts likely will remain closed until at least next year.
Real estate sales for BI slow in 3Q
The third quarter of 2018 saw an expected slowdown in the Big Island’s real estate market, but real estate agents remain optimistic.
Program to curb homeless trespassing
A new initiative by the Hilo Downtown Improvement Association hopes to alleviate downtown businesses’ homeless burden and make them safer for shoppers and workers alike.
Up close and personal
Curious residents gathered Thursday at Hilo International Airport to look at four Hawaii Air National Guard fighter jets conducting training exercises on the Big Island.
Lau Ola cleared to grow marijuana
A second marijuana dispensary on the Big Island was authorized by the state Department of Health to grow and sell cannabis products.
County urged to reopen Hwy 132
Puna Councilwoman Eileen O’Hara will introduce a resolution at a Thursday County Council meeting urging the county to reopen Highway 132 and develop additional alternative routes.
Leilani Estates checkpoint to remain — for now
Mayor Harry Kim announced Monday that the Leilani Estates checkpoint will remain active for at least another month.
Christmas tree project branching out
An ongoing project to develop a viable Christmas tree farming industry on the Big Island has moved closer to fruition this year with more species of trees planted.