Honolulu Star-Advertiser — Relief efforts remain active for the displaced families of the lava’s path and many island residents have been looking for ways to help. Among those lending a helping hand is chef Chai Chaowasaree of Chef Chai. He’s teamed up with Salvation Army, in collaboration with Hawaii Chamber Music Festival (HCMF) and Hawaii International Music Festival (HIMF), to host a Big Island Benefit Dinner & Concert.

Hawaii News Now — Christopher Yick had a dream of someday coming home, “Like LeBron going back to the Cavs,” he said, but instead of hoops, it’s strings. The dream has changed a bit since he left Hawaii for college. Now, the focus is more on the team and the town.