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V. Lee Cabanilla, an acclaimed woodworker on Lanai, refers to his latest creation as “she” and “her.” That’s because the work is a sculpture of the Hawaii goddess Laka.

The legal battle between the CrossBuck BBQ and Lockhart Smokehouse owners has been going on for months. And it just got a little messy.

Paltry pay and a competitive job market are behind the difficulty in hiring drivers. The incivility of some parents has not helped.

Paltry pay and a competitive job market are behind the difficulty in hiring drivers. The incivility of some parents has not helped.

PLUS: Attorney discipline is a political hot potato

What to know about the disciplinary proceedings against Montana’s top attorney.

Whether it’s celebrating Queen Lili’uokalani’s birthday with a festival in the Hilo park that shares her name; getting an autograph from 2023 Hilo High grad Devin Saltiban, who was picked by the Philadelphia Phillies in the 2023 Major League Baseball draft; watching pickleball matches to support Maui wildfire relief efforts; or supporting your favorite contestant in the next round of Hilo Idol, once again, there is plenty to do on the Big Island during the next week.

A spokesperson for the Attorney Generals Office denounced the allegations as "meritless." The counsel alleged 41 counts in total.

A spokesperson for the Attorney Generals Office denounced the allegations as "meritless." The counsel alleged 41 counts in total.

David Lee McLaughlin, beloved husband and father, fun grandfather, businessman, enthusiastic community supporter, and loyal friend, passed away on...