Police Release Picture of Missing Fisherman

Big Island police have opened a missing person case in connection with a missing fisherman. Devin Johnson, 23, of Kamuela was last seen on a commercial fishing boat 60 miles south of Kona. He and his brother were taking turns tending the lines while the other slept. When Johnson’s brother woke up at 2 a.m. Friday [...]

Hilo and Honolulu Joins List of “Playful City USA” Communities – Celebrate at Community “Play Day” on November 21

Media Release: Hilo will celebrate its national designation as a “Playful City” on Saturday, November 21, with a community Play Day from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Mo‘oheau Park. Hilo was selected one of the Playful City USA communities by KaBOOM! a national non-profit dedicated to bringing play back into children’s lives. Saturday’s free [...]

Mayor Kenoi Announces Agriculture Plan for County Lands

From the Mayors Office: County of Hawai’i Mayor Billy Kenoi told a community meeting in Honoka’a last night he is committed to making 1,739 acres of county-owned land at Kapulena available for community-based agriculture. Mayor Kenoi outlined efforts by his administration to partner with the Hamakua County Farm Bureau and other farming experts to develop [...]

Dirty Jobs… Tofu Making

When Dirty Jobs with Mike Rowe was here in Hawaii, they also made a side track to a Tofu factory:

Jon Gosselin Coming to Hawaii… Minus Kate and the Kids

Got to wonder what Jon Gosselin is coming to Hawaii for? “..Thankfully, we learned that he was just stopping over en route to Hawaii. Ya know, the very special destination where he renewed his wedding vows with Kate just last year as cameras rolled…” Yo Jon! If you come to the Big Island… I’d love [...]

Teachers ‘Thrilled’ for 2010 My Hawai‘i Story Project, Fundraiser and Celebration Dec. 12

Media Release: The Hawai‘i Conservation Alliance Foundation, The Pacific Writers’ Connection, and ING DIRECT today announced a Fundraiser and Celebration of My Hawai’i Story Project, to be held on Saturday, December 12th, 2009. The events start at 12 p.m.. with a free My Hawai‘i Fair, featuring activities and educational materials for all ages. Then culminating [...]

Big Island Carbon Project Update

Media Release: Today was a big day at the Kawaihae project site for Big Island Carbon. One of the key pieces of custom-built equipment, the heart and soul of the operation, was carefully transported from the port in Kawaihae by truck and then lifted in to place on three pylons.  The wood crating surrounding the [...]

Hawaii County Civil Defense Message – Flash Flood Watch Remains in Effect

This is a Civil Defense message: This is a weather update for Friday morning November 13. A flash flood watch remains in effect for Hawai’i County. A flash flood watch means that conditions exist that can lead to flooding. The National Weather Service forecasts intermittent heavy rains to continue until this evening. All major highways [...]

The American Bully… Hawaiian Style

The American bully show flys toHawaii to witness the worlds strongest dog competition…

Sunday: Lead the Pack to Dog Day Afternoon – Presented by Hawaii Island Humane Society

WHEN: This Sunday, November 15, 2009 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. WHERE: Hilo Hawaiian Hotel 71 Banyan Drive HOW: Tickets $45 – available at all HIHS Island Shelters or by calling 329-8002 or 966-5458 WHAT: Includes heavy pupus, beer, wine, local-style live & silent auctions, live entertainment and same-day adoptions. There will be live entertainment by [...]

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