Savannah Howe News
Ka'u High and Pahala Elementary School teacher followed her calling: 'I was predetermined by God to be a teacher'
By Savannah Howe | Oct 31, 2021
For Ka'u High & Pahala Elementary School (KHPES) teacher Pinky Grace Francisco, the call to a career in education was easy to answer.
Ka'u High School teacher discusses his philosophy of teaching and the importance of a 'growth mindset'
By Savannah Howe | Oct 15, 2021
The work of a teacher goes far beyond educating; teachers are also supporters, leaders by example, listeners and problem solvers.
Oregon State University, researchers discover new way to monitor the hormone health of whales
By Savannah Howe | Apr 16, 2021
Marine researchers are working to better understand the health of baleen whales, commonly seen off of the Big Island, and how they respond to environmental stress.
Greg Cameron Fire Fund grant recipient: 'You will be surprised at how much you and your ohana are loved'
By Savannah Howe | Mar 27, 2021
While Christmastime is usually filled with peace and happiness, the holiday season was anything but tranquil for the family of Hawaii County Fire Department member Riley Young, who was recently announced as the 2021 Greg Cameron Fire Fund $2,000 grant recipient.
Mourners recall Jon Hara as firefighter and friend
By Savannah Howe | Feb 9, 2021
Members of the Hawaii County Fire Department Station No. 14 woke up on the morning of July 18, 2020, not yet aware of the tragedy that would send shockwaves through the station and the island's entire department.
Big Island's biggest star: Dorothy Williams going strong at 94
By Savannah Howe | Jan 22, 2021
For former "America’s Got Talent" star, retired clown sensation and decorated community servant Dorothy Williams, being almost 95 is no excuse to not get things done.