One of the strongest voices supporting Hilo has gone silent. Denzil Wayne Rose, known to one and all as "Whitey," has died at the age of 86. HPR's Sherry Bracken tells us about the man.

As Christmas approaches this weekend, Hawaii Island residents and visitors have a variety of opportunities to celebrate the season with others. From Hawaii Island, HPR's Sherry Bracken tells us about some of the many worship services.

Several county council members and other citizens in Hawaii County say the property tax assessment system is unfair. Now the county auditor is taking steps to address those concerns. From Hawaii Island, HPR's Sherry Bracken tells us more.

Over on the Big Island, Kilauea Volcano is very active at two locations. From Hawaii Island, HPR's Sherry Bracken gives us an update on all the island's volcanoes.

Hawaii County Police Department has established a new way to contact them to report activities or behavior that may lead to a future crime. From the Big Island, HPR's Sherry Bracken tells us about the new service.