Kona girl, 8, sets eyes on Olympic gold medal in boxing
One little Kona girl has a big dream — to make it to the Olympics and win a gold medal in boxing.
Senate confirms Kaleikini, Ka‘apu, Neves to Hawaiian Homes Commission
The state Senate confirmed Michael Kaleikini, David Kaʻapu and Dennis Neves to the Hawaiian Homes Commission on Thursday.
Your Views for April 9
‘Entitled Generation‘
Waiakea alum Igawa becomes a hit on, off field with Rainbow Warriors
Jacob Igawa grew up in Hilo watching University of Hawaii baseball stalwarts from a decade ago, reeling off names such as Kolten Wong, Vinnie Catricala and Pi’ikea Kitamura.
BIIF volleyball: Error-prone Kamehameha shakes off rust in return
KEAAU – Kamehameha showed equal parts resiliency and rust against Christian Liberty in a BIIF boys volleyball match on Thursday night at Koaia Gym, where the Warriors battled two opponents.
Saiki: Statewide ‘Safe Travels’ bills shelved
House Speaker Scott Saiki said Wednesday that both House and Senate versions of the ‘Safe Travels’ bill were deferred.
Police still seeking info on six runaway teens
Police are renewing their request for public information about the whereabouts of six runaways, three from 2020 and four from earlier this year.
Ng confirmed as District Family Court judge
The state Senate on Wednesday voted to confirm Jeffrey W. Ng as a District Family Court judge of the 3rd Circuit, which comprises Hawaii Island. His term of office will be for six years.
Fire destroys unoccupied structure in Volcano
The cause of a fire that destroyed an unoccupied structure late Tuesday afternoon on Elepaio Road in Volcano village is under investigation.
Keaau food drop draws more than 3,000
The Food Basket served 3,392 individuals Wednesday morning during an Ohana Food Drop at Keaau High School.
Big Island nearing 100K doses of COVID vaccine administered
Nearly 100,000 doses of COVID-19 vaccines have been administered on the Big Island, according to state data released Wednesday.
Digging her new NCAA D-III world, Hilo High alum Chun remains cool customer at Alfred
Changes in latitude may well bring about changes in attitude, but not aptitude for Alfred University freshman Jamie Chun.
Making an impact: Kamehameha Schools, Kaunamano Farm donate a total of $10,000 to ‘Iolani Palace
Your Views for April 7
More choices needed
Grand jury counsel sought
The 3rd Circuit Court is seeking applications for independent grand jury counsel for Hilo and Kona. The compensation shall be as provided by law.
Police arrest 29 for DUI
During the week of March 29-April 4, Hawaii Island police arrested 29 motorists for DUI. Six of the drivers were involved traffic accidents; none were younger than 21.
Kurtistown man wanted on multiple sex assault charges in Pennsylvania
A 23-year-old Kurtistown man appeared Tuesday in Hilo Circuit Court after being arrested Monday on an extradition complaint alleging he’s wanted in Pennsylvania on multiple counts of sexual assault.
Olayan impresses ‘Idol’ judges
Former Big Island resident Liahona Olayan impressed “American Idol” judges after performing a solo and duet on Monday night’s show.
Okunami, ‘Voice of the Vikings,’ did ‘everything from the heart’
Royden Okunami, known as the “Voice of the Vikings” as the public address announcer for basketball, baseball and football games for 38 years since 1979, died on Monday night. He was 86 years old.
Let’s Talk Food: Buttermilk, an essential ingredient
I always have buttermilk in my refrigerator, as it is a very necessary ingredient in making waffles. But recently I found it difficult to find it at the markets.
