June brought normal to above-average rainfall for coffee belt
The summer dry season “kicked into high gear during June.”
Hospital morgue overcapacity: Hawaii County urged to build its own facility
The Hilo Benioff Medical Center morgue is severely overcapacity — with repercussions festering beyond the hospital’s campus, according to several sources.
Green to appoint Nakashima’s successor, Dems to submit choices
Since the 2008 election, the residents of House District 1 have known only Mark Nakashima as their state representative.
Tropical Gardening: The macadamia tree comes from the land down under
Like many other trees from Australia, the macadamia thrives in Hawaii. Others suited to the Islands are many grevillea, melaleuca, callistemon and eucalyptus species. When it comes to our favorite nut, many folks on the mainland think of macadamia nut trees are native to Hawaii, but here we know it is an Australian tree that we adopted as our own.
Letters — Your voice — for July 13
Unhosted vacation rentals are a problem
As I See It: The Ukraine war
Putin’s war on Ukraine is killing people in Europe, especially Poland, not instantly, but inevitably. This is due to an increase in air pollution from battlefield operations and the disruption of natural gas supplies that forces Poles and others to rely on dirtier fuels. They may have to do without some modern amenities.
Volcano Watch: More shaking on Kilauea’s south flank. Did you feel it?
Island of Hawaii residents are used to feeling the ground shake beneath them. From subtle shakes that feel like wind, to abrupt jolting that knocks dishes off the counter, living on this volcanically active island means accepting that the ground beneath our feet will not always keep still.
Obituaries for July 13
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Island Life photo for July 13 — Vast view
Island Life photo for July 13 — Vast view
Runnin’ with Rani: Kennedy, Oka — king and queen of Triple Crown Swim Race Series
KAILUA-KONA — To capture the Triple Crown Race Series of open water swimming is tough as it not only demands consistency, but also exceptional speed and skill to navigate the waters on the Big Island.
Island Life photo for July 12 — Sunset love
Island Life photo for July 12 — Sunset love
Big Island news — at a glance — for July 12
Chancellor chosen for Hawaii Community College
Island Life photo for July 11 — Tangy treat
Island Life photo for July 11 — Tangy treat
Letters- Your voice – for July 11
Ruling by SCOTUS makes little sense
UH players Nusterer, Matias lending a hand in club volleyball
For Hawaii men’s volleyball middle blocker Kurt Nusterer, the joy in coaching is seeing kids experience moments he cherishes as his “special memories” when he was their age.
Davis making a name for himself in pro rugby
Many Big Island student-athletes have gone on to have successful collegiate careers on the mainland. But one Kailua-Kona native is putting everyone on notice on the professional stage.
Obituaries for July 11
Editor’s note: Obituaries are published free of charge as a public service. Content is subject to editing for parity treatment and style continuity. Date of publication cannot be guaranteed. Any questions regarding obituaries should be directed to the mortuary or to [email protected]. Memorial advertisements with photos may be purchased through the newspaper advertising department.
Letters — Your voice — for July 10
Share your thoughts about Keauhou plan
Rep. Tokuda Introduces Bill to Rename Hawaiʻi Island Post Office After Vietnam War Veteran Hero
A bill was recently introduced in Congress to rename the Captain Cook Post Office after First Lieutenant John Kuulei Kauhaihao of Honaunau, who was killed in action in Vietnam and posthumously awarded the U.S. Army’s second highest award for valor, the Distinguished Service Cross.
Island Life photo for July 10 — Purple power
Island Life photo for July 10 — Purple power