r/BigIsland

If you were going to open a small business in Ocean View in a small store, what would it be?

Looking for advice on the best approach to dealing with the big buggers. Ater the last rainstorms in march , they have increasingly become a menace. The obvious (cleanliness, etc) are taken care of; but they seem to have moved into the entire area in force at a higher level than before. I have tried to avoid the more noxious poisons, and have the little traps out. But they dont seem to deter the big buggers. Any advice on the best approach to take out the huge flying suckers, even if as just a maintance issue?

I’m very frustrated with Spectrum. We pay $85/month for their 1 Gig (internet only) plan but barely get 200-300 Mbps.

I called Spectrum and they sent a technician to come to our house. After spending about an hour checking the box and lines (apparently ours is a hybrid line: coax & fiber), the tech couldn’t find anything wrong and suggested that I asked Spectrum for the newest WiFi 7 modem and router. I went to the store at Parker Center only to be told that I needed to call their customer service representative. After some back and forth on the chat line, Spectrum finally agreed to send me the new equipment.

I know some people in my neighborhood (Kohala Ranch) have Starlink. They say it great especially during power outages. But I prefer not to give my business to Starlink.

If you’re a Kohala Ranch homeowner, do you know when Fioptics will be available at Meadows 2?

Mahalo nui.

PS: I have a mesh system connected to the router, does it hamper WiFi speed?

I live on the leeward side of the island and was looking for a dentist. My job uses BlueCrossBlueShield insurance, so a provider that accepts this insurance would be preferred. If you've had a good experience with a dentist, I'd love to hear. I'm not opposed going to Hilo for a dentist either, but it's much easier to get to Waimea or Kona during business hours without needing to take time off work.

Looking for new places to get food in Hilo

I just drove by and the sign is gone and the store is empty. Anybody know what happened? where else can I go for filters and UV bulbs? And where else can you buy metal catchment tanks, liners, and covers?

Late 20’s and I have been interested in relearning piano again or even another instrument. Does anyone have recommendations on teachers or places here that give lessons? I don’t have much room in my own place to setup a keyboard and rather learn in person with a teacher if possible. Thanks!

Maybe a better use for that building at the park would be a police substation? Get some enforcemement up there since we don't seem to be able to police ourselves? SMH

Editing that the update is now 4 DOA.

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With the state of world, gas & food prices, programs being cut, people are feeling the pinch.

What non profits on island do you think do best job helping the community? Which ones really need help rn? Thanks!

Food, housing, child and elder