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Foodland launches Project Keiki to support food banks on Big Island, beyond

A donation of $5 on Hawai‘i Island could provide three keiki-friendly meals for The Food Basket’s “We Got Your Back” keiki backpack program.

CommunityMerrie Monarch Hawaiian Arts and Crafts Fair starts Wednesday

ActivitiesVirtual tour at conservation center on Big Island showcases endangered Hawaiian birds

Business Monday: Ah Lan’s Lei Stand in Hilo bringing fresh handmade lei to Big Island and annual Merrie Monarch Festival

The stand evolved from current owner Lana Haasenritter’s grandmother Rebecca Tim Sing’s endeavors in the early 1940s selling lei made with flowers from her own Keaukaha yard, draped over her arms, to Lurline Cruise Line passengers as they disembarked at the Port of Hilo. She passed on her talents to her children and grandchildren, who continue to teach the next generation the art of making lei.April 1, 2024 · 1:00 AM HST

Gov. Josh Green proclaims April as Tsunami Awareness Month in Hawai‘i

Hawa‘i Gov. Josh Green issued his proclamation on the anniversary of the 1946 April Fools’ Day tsunami, which claimed 158 lives.

Big Island PollsBig Island Now poll No. 53: What is Hawai‘i’s most important contribution to…

CommunityHawaii County to hold free health fairs for National Public Heath Week

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Sanctuary Ocean Count, Great Whale Count conclude for 2024 humpback whale season

Update: Police identify motorcyclist killed in Hilo crash involving impaired driver

Elderly Waimea man dies in riding lawn mower accident

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Big Island Now poll No. 52 results: Vote evenly spread for best place to spot humpback…

‘Hula is life’: Uniquely Hawaiian dance plays important role in perpetuating…

Public invited to experience Pōhakuloa Training Area in April

What you need to know about the 61st annual Merrie Monarch Festival

UH awarded $1.25M grant for Asian-American, Pacific Islander environmental justice

West Hawai‘i hospitals awarded $2.5M to enhance medical records system

Governor releases more than $8M for Big Island capitol improvement projects

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April 1, 2024 · 1:06 PM

Foodland launches Project Keiki to support food banks on Big Island, beyond

A donation of $5 on Hawai‘i Island could provide three keiki-friendly meals for The Food Basket’s “We Got Your Back” keiki backpack program.

April 1, 2024 · 12:26 PM

Gov. Josh Green proclaims April as Tsunami Awareness Month in Hawai‘i

Hawa‘i Gov. Josh Green issued his proclamation on the anniversary of the 1946 April Fools’ Day tsunami, which claimed 158 lives.

April 1, 2024 · 10:14 AM

Merrie Monarch Hawaiian Arts and Crafts Fair starts Wednesday

The fair starts at 9 a.m. and goes till 5 p.m. Wednesday to Friday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, with free admission.

April 1, 2024 · 9:35 AM

Virtual tour at conservation center on Big Island showcases endangered Hawaiian birds

The Keauhou Bird Conservation Center, near Volcano, is one of two centers operated through a partnership between San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and the DLNR Division of Forestry and Wildlife, for the care and perpetuation of numerous critically endangered Hawaiian forest birds.

April 1, 2024 · 3:00 AM

Big Island Now poll No. 53: What is Hawai‘i’s most important contribution to the world?

There Merrie Monarch Festival was recently named the top cultural festival in the United States in an online poll by USA Today’s 10Best. It’s just one of several examples during the past couple of years of the people, places, culture and things of Hawai‘i, including the Big Island, being nationally awarded or featured nationwide.

April 1, 2024 · 1:00 AM

Business Monday: Ah Lan’s Lei Stand in Hilo provides fresh handmade lei to Big Island and at annual Merrie Monarch Festival

The stand evolved from current owner Lana Haasenritter’s grandmother Rebecca Tim Sing’s endeavors in the early 1940s selling lei made with flowers from her own Keaukaha yard, draped over her arms, to Lurline Cruise Line passengers as they disembarked at the Port of Hilo. She passed on her talents to her children and grandchildren, who continue to teach the next generation the art of making lei.

April 1, 2024 · 12:00 AM

Hawaii County to hold free health fairs for National Public Heath Week

“The impacts of our public health providers are vital to the well-being of our residents,” said Mayor Mitch Roth in a statement. “It’s not just about treating illnesses; it’s about promoting wellness, preventing disease, and fostering a community where everyone can thrive. Our commitment to public health is a commitment to caring for each other and ensuring a healthier future for all.”

March 31, 2024 · 2:00 PM

Sanctuary Ocean Count, Great Whale Count conclude for 2024 humpback whale season

There were a grand total of 855 humpback whale sightings observed by volunteer citizen scientists March 30 at 46 sites throughout the Hawaiian Islands.

March 31, 2024 · 12:56 PM

Update: Police identify motorcyclist killed in Hilo crash involving impaired driver

The 26-year-old Hilo man who died in the crash the night of March 29 was identified as Jared Tellio-Flournoy.

March 31, 2024 · 10:45 AM

Elderly Waimea man dies in riding lawn mower accident

South Kohala patrol officers and Hawai‘i Fire Department personnel responded the afternoon of March 30 to a residence off the 64-5200 block of Nani Waimea Street in Waimea to a report of a 78-year-old man who was unresponsive and pinned under the mower.

Merrie Monarch 

Merrie Monarch Hawaiian Arts and Crafts Fair starts Wednesday

Business Monday: Ah Lan’s Lei Stand in Hilo provides fresh handmade lei to Big Island and at annual Merrie Monarch Festival

‘Hula is life’: Uniquely Hawaiian dance plays important role in perpetuating Native Hawaiian culture

What you need to know about the 61st annual Merrie Monarch Festival

What is Hawai‘i’s most important contribution to the world?

• Hands down, hula. The Big Island hosts the world’s “Super Bowl of Hula” every year, it’s a no-brainer.
• Island food. Who doesn’t love kalua pig, lilikoi butter, poke and loco moco?
• Musical talent. We got Iam Tongi now, but who can forget Bruddah Iz, Bruno Mars, Jake Shimabukuro and all the other top-notch musicians from the islands?
• The shaka. And yes, 2024 should be “The Year of the Shaka” and state legislators should make it the official hand gesture of Hawai‘i.
• Volcanic and astronomical research. We got plenty volcanoes and it’s really dark way out here in the Pacific. Prime for both.
• The people. Hawai‘i has a skilled force of construction workers, chefs, business owners and more. Heck, we even have world-class keiki bakers.
• The places. “Jurassic Park” wouldn’t be as good if it wasn’t filmed in Hawai‘i. We also have some pretty awesome national parks.
• Aloha. No explanation necessary.
• All or a combination of the above.
• I think there’s something else that’s more important.

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UPCOMING FEATURED EVENTS:

Tue, Apr 2, 2024 · 9:00 am – 8:00 pm

The 61st Annual Merrie Monarch Festival

Every Tuesday · 9:00 am – 2:30 pm

Farmers Market

Every Thursday · 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Small Business Startup Meeting

Local Entertainment 

March 28, 2024 · 4:15 PM HST

Public invited to experience Pōhakuloa Training Area in April

The U.S. Army garrison located in the Saddle region on the Big Island is hosting a four-hour open house with displays, informational booths, kiosks, music and much more for everyone from keiki to kūpuna.

March 29, 2024 · 12:51 PM HST

What you need to know about the 61st annual Merrie Monarch Festival

Get ready, world. The festival that celebrates everything hula and Hawaiian returns to Hilo on the Big Island from March 31 through April 6.

March 27, 2024 · 6:54 PM HST

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for March 28-April 3: Merrie Monarch Festival kicks off Sunday; Easter events abound

Check out where the Easter Bunny will be hopping around the island this weekend and get ready to celebrate everything hula and Hawaiian during the 61st annual Merrie Monarch Festival in Hilo.

March 20, 2024 · 6:10 PM HST

This Sunday: Kamuela Philharmonic to present ‘Greatness from Start to Finish’

The Philharmonic will showcase a musical journey featuring Franz Josef Haydn’s Symphony No. 1, Antonín Dvořák’s Symphony No. 8 and Jessie Montgomery’s 2024 Grammy Award-winning piece, “Rounds” for piano and string orchestra.

March 20, 2024 · 6:09 PM HST

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for March 21-27: Katchafire returns to Kona, volunteer at a dry forest reserve, watch some comedy and more

This week’s top events include performances by Katchafire in Kona and local group Kalapana Awa Band in Pāhoa.

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Big Island Polls 

Big Island Now poll No. 53: What is Hawai‘i’s most important contribution to the world?

Big Island Now poll No. 52 results: Vote evenly spread for best place to spot humpback whales from island shores

Big Island Now poll No. 52: Which of these locations is best to watch humpback whales from Big Island shores?

Big Island Now poll results: You can’t put a price on a healthy reef

Big Island Business 

Foodland launches Project Keiki to support food banks on Big Island, beyond

Business Monday: Ah Lan’s Lei Stand in Hilo provides fresh handmade lei to Big Island and at annual Merrie Monarch Festival

Teen chef opens pizzeria in West Kaua‘i

Business Monday: Hāmākua farmers switch tomato crop for edible hibiscus

Business Monday: Create a painting with Hawai‘i Fluid Art

Hawai‘i Tourism Authority Supports ‘Āina-based Training and Stewardship Program on Hawai‘i Island

Discussion 

Big Island Now poll No. 53: What is Hawai‘i’s most important contribution to the world?

Hawaii County to hold free health fairs for National Public Heath Week

Big Island Now poll No. 52 results: Vote evenly spread for best place to spot humpback whales from island shores

Travelers to Big Island should plan ahead for Easter weekend and Merrie Monarch Hula Festival

Long-awaited dredging of Hilo’s Wailoa Small Boat Harbor could begin this summer

Local Sports 

Roller derby athletes come together statewide to form team Aloha Skate

Chiefs defeat 49ers in OT to claim Super Bowl LVIII victory

Members of Lāhaināluna football team join field as honorary captains for Super Bowl LVIII coin toss

IVF World Sprint Championship canoe races coming back to Big Island in August

Big Island teen caddies for pro golfer second year in a row at PGA Mitsubishi Electric Championship at Hualālai

Hawaii Activities 

Virtual tour at conservation center on Big Island showcases endangered Hawaiian birds

Public invited to experience Pōhakuloa Training Area in April

What you need to know about the 61st annual Merrie Monarch Festival

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for March 28-April 3: Merrie Monarch Festival kicks off Sunday; Easter events abound

Hawai‘i Department of Education releases graduation dates for high schools statewide

Hawai’i Volcano Blog 

Volcano Watch: Using acoustic signals to identify the start of the 2022 Mauna Loa eruption

Buildings in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park damaged during 2018 eruption set for dismantling

Volcano Watch — Establishing a Nascent Monitoring Program on Pico Basile Volcano, Equatorial Guinea

Ocean Blog 

Researchers: Olympic tower construction could damage Tahiti reef ecosystem

Deaths of young dolphin, humpback calf highlight importance of responsible boating in Hawaiʻi waters

Citizen scientists collect valuable data that help continue humpback whale conservation

NOAA invests $17 million to protect Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary visitor center

Latest Video 

Lilinoe the pueo

Whale shark off Kāneʻohe Bay

Hōkūle‘a arrives in Half Moon Bay in San Francisco

Hawai‘i Island police body cam footage of Puna shooting

Hawaiian monk seal in Lagoon at Hilton Waikoloa Village.

Kīlauea eruption on Sept. 10, 2023.

Maui Now 

Nominations sought for exceptional elementary school teacher appreciation contest

Public school parents and students are invited to nominate an exceptional elementary school educator for the Teacher Appreciation Contest sponsored by Aloha Petroleum and Diamond Bakery.

April 1, 2024 · 6:00 PM HST

OHA selects Hailama Farden as Senior Director of Hawaiian Cultural Affairs

The Office of Hawaiian Affairs announced today that veteran educator and Native Hawaiian community leader Hailama Farden has been named Senior Director of Hawaiian Cultural Affairs. The newly created position will be responsible for creating recommendations and institutionalizing OHA’s culture ensuring that a Hawaiian worldview and practices are incorporated into all lines of business. Farden comes […]

April 1, 2024 · 4:00 PM HST

Jazz Maui 2024 Maui Music Series presents King Kekaulike High School Spring Concert, April 11

The Jazz Maui 2024 Maui Music Series presents the 25th Annual King Kekaulike High School Spring Concert, on Thursday, April 11, in the Castle Theater at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center. The concert spotlights the Kekaulike Wind Ensemble and Kekaulike Choir along with Nā Ali’i Big Band featuring special guest saxophonist Chad Lefkowitz-Brown. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the concert begins at 7 p.m. Admission is free.

April 1, 2024 · 3:00 PM HST

April is a reminder for tsunami vigilance: emergency managers, survivor recount deadly event 78 years ago today

“Today, April 1—April Fool’s Day—78 years ago a magnitude 8.6 earthquake from the Aleutian Islands generated a tsunami that took about four-and-a-half hours to hit our state,” said Laura Kong, Ph.D., director of International Tsunami Information Center. “By 6:30 a.m., waves that would reach 53 feet on the Big Island, 33 feet on Maui, 54 feet on Molokaʻi, 35 feet on Oʻahu and 45 feet on Kauaʻi, began to arrive.” The event resulted in $340 million in damage and the loss of nearly 159 people in the state, 96 in Hilo.

April 1, 2024 · 2:40 PM HST

HECO rolls out program for customers to streamline rooftop solar energy programs

Hawaiian Electric kicked off a new framework Monday for customers to streamline their choices for participation in the utility’s rooftop solar energy programs.

April 1, 2024 · 2:00 PM HST

Kauai Now 

Foodland launches Project Keiki to support food banks; Kaua‘i donations stay on-island

On the Garden Isle, Project Keiki funds will support Hawai‘i Foodbank Kaua‘i’s Keiki Café and Backpack Program.

April 1, 2024 · 1:06 PM HST

‘Anywhere, at any time:’ April is Tsunami Awareness Month in Hawai‘i

Hawa‘i Gov. Josh Green issued his proclamation on the anniversary of the 1946 April Fools’ Day tsunami, which claimed 158 lives.

April 1, 2024 · 12:26 PM HST

Take a virtual tour at a conservation center on Big Island showcasing endangered Hawaiian birds

The Keauhou Bird Conservation Center, near Volcano, is one of two centers operated through a partnership between San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and the DLNR Division of Forestry and Wildlife, for the care and perpetuation of numerous critically endangered Hawaiian forest birds.

April 1, 2024 · 9:41 AM HST

Kauai Weather Forecast for April 01, 2024

Moderate trade winds will strengthen to strong levels by Wednesday and persist through the week. A wet trade shower pattern will persist through much of the…

April 1, 2024 · 7:30 AM HST

Kauai Surf Forecast for April 01, 2024

The small, short to medium period northwest swell will linger through Tuesday. A moderate short period north swell that will build Tuesday and peak…

April 1, 2024 · 7:00 AM HST