West Hawaii Today

07/22/2025

Chief: HFD checked for victims; 2 dead women found under banyan tree might have been homeless

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07/21/2025

In a stunning turn of events, Honolulu has clinched its first state championship title since 2022, building a solid foundation for future success. As they celebrate this remarkable feat, the journey ahead remains pivotal in shaping their legacy in local sports.

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07/18/2025

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07/18/2025

The Kona Skatepark has received a major expansion, doubling its size! New quarter pipes, rails, and a pyramid have been added, thanks to the hard work and dedication of community volunteers and the support of the county. The opening ceremony celebrated this significant milestone, showcasing how collaboration can directly benefit our youth.

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07/17/2025

After 45 grueling days at sea, Tim Crockett and his son Harrison have rowed over 2,000 nautical miles from San Francisco to Hilo. Their incredible journey aims to shine a light on veterans' mental health issues, combining physical endurance with a powerful message. Arriving this Sunday, they embody perseverance and purpose on the open waters.

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07/17/2025

Local athletes from Kona have triumphed at the World Muay Thai Festival in Verona, Italy. Kiilae Kaleohano earned a prestigious gold medal, while Tyler Frato and Briseis Aria Sonson showcased their talents with silver and bronze medals, respectively. Representing Team USA, they faced competitors from over 70 countries, cementing Kona's place on the global Muay Thai stage.

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07/16/2025

Who owns the historic banyan tree that uprooted and crashed Saturday, blocking all lanes of Kilauea Avenue and damaging Calvary Chapel Hilo?

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07/16/2025

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07/16/2025

This week, Kailua-Kona welcomes the Little League "Majors" State Tournament, showcasing the cream of the crop in youth baseball talent across the Hawaiian Islands. As keiki from various communities come together to compete, a wave of excitement is palpable. From July 16th to 20th, history will be made on the diamond, as young athletes strive to earn their place in Little League lore.

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07/15/2025

A unanimous decision by the Hawaii County Council will indemnify two former police officers involved in a controversial shooting incident from two years ago. The officers shot a driver in Kailua-Kona during a manhunt following a traffic crash.

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07/15/2025

On Saturday afternoon, a massive banyan tree near the corner of Aupuni Street in Hilo uprooted and fell across Kilauea Avenue, causing significant disruption. A portion of this busy crosstown thoroughfare remains closed as crews work to clear the area. Eyewitness accounts describe the tree's sprawling branches, which even encroached upon a nearby vehicle and obscured the Calvary Chapel building.

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07/14/2025

Hawaii's ambitious clean energy agenda faces a sudden roadblock as new federal regulations threaten to spike electricity costs across the islands. Slated to roll back the vital 30% federal tax credit for solar projects earlier than expected, these changes could stall key utility-scale solar farms and diminish the rooftop solar market that has flourished.

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