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April 22, 2024 · 7:19 AM

Puna man officially charged with attempted murder following shooting

The 31-year-old also charged with carrying or use of a firearm in the commission of a separate felony. His bail has been set at $1,100,000.
April 22, 2024 · 5:00 AM

Sen. Schatz leads resolution highlighting importance of local news

US Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) led a group of 14 senators in introducing a resolution designating April 2024 as “Preserving and Protecting Local News Month.” The resolution recognizes local news as a public good that serves an essential function in American democracy.
April 22, 2024 · 3:00 AM

YWCA Kaua‘i’s Wiwo‘ole Project to house domestic violence, sexual assault survivors

The six units on ‘Elua Street in Līhu‘e will serve as ‘bridge housing’ for YWCA Kaua‘i clients searching for long-term homes.
April 22, 2024 · 1:14 AM

Business Monday: Ola Brew partners with Symbrosia to create low-methane burger in honor of Earth Day

Starting today, the taprooms in Hilo and Kona will offer the Smash Burger — Earth Day edition — while supplies last.
April 21, 2024 · 4:00 PM

New tsunami video gives insight, answers on how to prepare, 78 years after Hilo disaster

2024 marks 78 years since the deadly 1946 Aleutian Islands earthquake that generated deadly tsunami waves over 50 feet high in Hilo.
April 21, 2024 · 5:00 AM

Learn more about the 4 finalists for chancellor at Hawai‘i Community College

Two of the finalists are from the Big Island.
April 21, 2024 · 1:00 AM

O‘ahu-based homebuilder partners with Big Island nonprofit to reforest Hawai‘i

The Pa‘auilo-based nonprofit Hawaiian Legacy Reforestation Initiative, which has planted more than 2,000 native trees as part of the partnership with Gentry Homes, says: ‘Hawai‘i’s most valuable asset is its ecosystem. We all have a responsibility to protect it.’
April 20, 2024 · 2:00 PM

Save the date: Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park Hawaiian Cultural Festival, July 20

A lineup of performers, hula performances and Hawaiian arts and craft demonstrations will be announced in the weeks ahead.
April 20, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Required inspections of water service laterals scheduled in Puna

Inspections will begin in Kea‘au, followed by Kurtistown, Mountain View, Pāhoa, Nānāwale Estates and Kalapana.
April 20, 2024 · 5:00 AM

Big Island lane closures for week of April 20 – April 26

A single lane closure on Volcano Highway is possible in either direction between mile post 13.6 to 14.4, beginning April 22 through April 26.

Merrie Monarch 

Support for Maui abounded during competition nights at the Merrie Monarch Hula Festival
Kaua‘i fills Līhu‘e Airport to welcome hālau hula home from Merrie Monarch Festival
O‘ahu hālau captures overall win in 61st annual Merrie Monarch Hula Festival
Winning 2024 Miss Aloha Hula competition a dream come true for Oʻahu dancer

 

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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April 17, 2024 · 11:50 AM HST

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for April 18-24: Bruddah Kunz Youth Jamm, Springtime Showstoppers, Laupāhoehoe Music Festival and more

Other events during the next week include a journey to the World of Trolls, mocktails and talking story at the Kona library and a festival dedicated to all things cannabis.
April 10, 2024 · 12:52 PM HST

Shaka documentary to debut at film festival in Los Angeles

The producer/writer of the film said his initial goal was to produce a 20-minute short for classroom use but the story turned out to be bigger than anyone could have imagined.
April 8, 2024 · 4:19 PM HST

Top 10 things to do on Big Island plus 1: Hilo Cacao and Chocolate Expo, Celtic Electronic Dance Party, Kahilu Dance Night, Pokémon Day, Big Island Chocolate Festival and more

Several events during the next week also invite island residents and visitors alike to strut their stuff on the dance floor to a variety of music, including swing, funk, Motown and more.
April 6, 2024 · 2:17 AM HST

Steep rent forces Hawai‘i Keiki Museum to shutter its doors in Kona

The museum, which operates as a nonprofit, opened its doors in 2022 and has been committed to inspiring curiosity, creativity, and innovation in young keiki through hands-on STEAM experiences.
April 5, 2024 · 2:19 PM HST

Winning 2024 Miss Aloha Hula competition a dream come true for Oʻahu dancer

Kaʻōnohikaumakaakeawe Kananiokeakua Holokai Lopes is the fourth Miss Aloha winner in the past 4 consecutive years for hula hālau Ka Lā ʻŌnohi Mai O Haʻehaʻe and the second daughter of the group’s nā kumu hula.

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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 

Business Monday: Ola Brew partners with Symbrosia to create low-methane burger in honor of Earth Day
Business Monday: Kona Village named among the best new resorts in North America and Europe in 2024
Matsuyama family celebrates official opening of third store with community
Business Monday: Hilo Burger Joint meets change head-on and adapts to continue serving Big Island
Hawai‘i Tourism Authority launches dashboard to connect visitors with volunteer opportunities
Foodland launches Project Keiki to support food banks on Big Island, beyond

Hawai’i Volcano Blog 

Volcano Watch – Magnetics, magma and monitoring: New technology for old questions
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

Ocean Blog 

Rare sighting of Risso’s dolphins in Kona leave tour guides in awe
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

Maui Now 

Maui Weather Forecast for April 22, 2024

Moderate to breezy northeast to east trade winds will prevail through the week, with clouds and showers favoring windward and mauka locations overnight…
April 22, 2024 · 7:15 AM HST

140 volunteers participate in 14th ASB community cleanup during National Volunteer Month

In honor of National Volunteer Month, American Savings Bank hosted its 14th community clean-up event to beautify and revitalize the Chinatown-Kalihi neighborhood on Oʻahu. The event was held on Saturday and drew participation of 140 volunteers from eight organizations.
April 22, 2024 · 5:02 AM HST

Invasive plants removed during Earth Day cleanup at Makiki Stream

Hundreds of volunteers dug up and chopped down invasive plants along the banks of Makiki Stream on Oʻahu, during an annual Earth Day cleanup event on Saturday.
April 22, 2024 · 4:48 AM HST

Maui Surf Forecast for April 22, 2024

A moderate medium-period north swell is peaking this afternoon, with surf keeping below High Surf Advisory levels. This swell is forecast to decrease Monday…
April 21, 2024 · 8:00 PM HST

Volcano Watch: Magnetics, magma and monitoring — new technology for old questions

Earth’s magnetic field surrounds us every second of the day, everywhere on the planet. Anyone who has picked up a pocket compass and seen the magnetic needle quickly align itself has seen the action of this ever-present invisible field. But can we harness the magnetic field to forecast volcanic activity? Emerging technology in the field of “quantum” science may aid us in doing so.
April 21, 2024 · 5:00 PM HST

Kauai Now 

Kauai Weather Forecast for April 22, 2024

Moderate to breezy northeast to east trade winds will prevail through the week, with clouds and showers favoring windward and mauka locations overnight…
April 22, 2024 · 7:30 AM HST

Kauai Surf Forecast for April 22, 2024

A moderate, medium period north swell will decrease today before another medium period northwest swell builds into the region from late Wednesday into…
April 22, 2024 · 7:00 AM HST

Boys & Girls clubs from throughout Hawai‘i visit O‘ahu for annual Ocean Sports Day

Kids learned the importance of enjoying the ocean safely while exploring new activities like canoe paddling, surfing and more.
April 22, 2024 · 3:00 AM HST

New tsunami video distributed on Kaua‘i gives insight, answers on how to prepare

2024 marks 78 years since the deadly 1946 Aleutian Islands earthquake that generated deadly tsunami waves over 50 feet high in Hilo.
April 21, 2024 · 2:00 PM HST

Firefighters extinguish structure fire in Kapa‘a Saturday; three people displaced

One off-duty firefighter was nearby when the fire was reported, and responded to the scene where he assisted crews with initial fire operations.
April 21, 2024 · 11:17 AM HST

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