Big Island Now Daily Briefing for May 7, 2026

Welcome to the BigIslandNow.com daily brief. Today we’re covering a state securities case against two individuals accused of running an unregistered crypto investment scheme, a package of health bills headed to the governor, a major land acquisition in lower Puna to preserve the Kumukahi area, opportunities for high school students at a West Hawai‘i hiring blitz, and a look at some of the top events happening on the island this weekend, including a chocolate festival and a charity walk. Plus, auditions are coming up for a community production of “Seussical.”