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April 25, 2024 · 10:46 AM

Hawai‘i Island police seek public help finding wanted Ocean View man

The suspect was scheduled to appear in court on March 25 to pay a $150 fine after pleading no contest to disorderly conduct. When he was a no-show, Kona District Court Judge Kimberly Tsuchiya issued a bench warrant for the 42-year-old’s arrest.
April 25, 2024 · 10:24 AM

Human remains found on property in Ocean View

The decomposed body was found on a property on Lotus Blossom Lane.
April 25, 2024 · 10:10 AM

Authorities investigate reported assault that left Big Island man dead

The incident occurred on April 14 when police responded to an unknown disturbance in Ocean View.
April 25, 2024 · 10:00 AM

AARP expert warns Hawaiʻi homeowners to beware of contractor fraud

“Disasters unfortunately attract crooked contractors,” said Greenwood, who spoke at AARP Hawai`i Fight Fraud Together seminars in Kona and Hilo this week.
April 25, 2024 · 5:00 AM

University of Hawaiʻi publishes spring 2024 commencement schedule for all 10 campuses

Big Island college graduations are scheduled for May 10 and May 11.
April 25, 2024 · 3:00 AM

Hawaiʻi County becomes sisters with Hatsukaichi, Japan

The relationship was affirmed by a signing ceremony held in Hatsukaichi, where Roth, Mayor Tarō Matsumoto, members of the Hawaiʻi County Council, members of the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Hawaiʻi, the Honorary Consul of Japan in Hilo, Art Taniguchi, and esteemed members of government from Hatsukaichi were present.
April 25, 2024 · 1:00 AM

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for April 25-May 1, plus 1: Big Island Singers concerts, Hālau O Ka Ua Kani Lehua hula showcase, Honoka’a Spring Carnival, Lei Day Festival and more

The Big Island again abounds with events perfect for keiki to kūpuna, including music, dancing, the chance to adopt a new furry friend and more.
April 24, 2024 · 6:00 PM

Update: Kawaihae Road in South Kohala again open to traffic at 3-mile marker

A portion of the roadway was closed earlier Wednesday because of a traffic crash.
April 24, 2024 · 3:48 PM

Hawaiian Electric lifts call for Big Island energy conservation issued in March

The electric utility reports that generation margins have returned to levels where conservation is no longer necessary.
April 24, 2024 · 3:00 PM

State Senate, House committees approve final FY 2024-25 budget bill

The supplemental spending plan for fiscal year 2024-25 incudes an operating budget of $10,395,945,997 in general funds and $19,209,528,184 through all funding methods.

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 24, 2024 · 8:59 PM HST

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for April 25-May 1, plus 1: Big Island Singers concerts, Hālau O Ka Ua Kani Lehua hula showcase, Honoka’a Spring Carnival, Lei Day Festival and more

The Big Island again abounds with events perfect for keiki to kūpuna, including music, dancing, the chance to adopt a new furry friend and more.
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.

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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 

Pacific Media Group to host Job Fair at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center on Saturday, April 27

Pacific Media Group hosts a Job Fair on Saturday, April 27 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Queen Kaʻahumanu Center in Kahului. There will be 45 businesses looking to hire and raffle prizes for those applying.
April 25, 2024 · 12:00 PM HST

Maui police warn the public of recurring scam involving spoofed calls

The Maui Police Department is warning the public of a recurring scam involving spoofed phone calls targeting members of the community.
April 25, 2024 · 11:10 AM HST

Pacific Biodiesel plants its first Kauaʻi sunflower field, modeled after Maui’s

In commemoration of Earth Day, Pacific Biodiesel Founders Bob and Kelly King welcomed community leaders and local students on a tour of the company’s new crushing mill and expanded agriculture operations, followed by a blessing of its first sunflower field on Kauaʻi on April 22, 2024.
April 25, 2024 · 10:00 AM HST

South Maui’s Lokelani Intermediate School gets critical funds for infrastructure improvements

State Sen. Angus McKelvey (District 6, West Maui, Māʻalaea, Waikapū, South Maui) announced the release of $1,020,000 in funding for vital improvements at Lokelani Intermediate School in Maui. This capital improvement project will address crucial infrastructure needs including parking lot resurfacing, upgrades to gutters and drainage systems, air conditioning enhancements and general repairs.
April 25, 2024 · 8:40 AM HST

Maui Preparatory Academy presents financial aid benefit event this Saturday

Maui Preparatory Academy has announced an upcoming financial aid benefit, “Fly Pueo, Fly,” scheduled for 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 27.
April 25, 2024 · 8:00 AM HST

Kauai Now 

UH-Mānoa gets in the mobile esports game, hosting ‘Mobile Legends: Bang Bang’ tourney

Eight college teams from UH-Mānoa, University of Guam, Northern Marianas College and Brigham Young University-Hawaiʻi recently battled it out for the Aloha Collegiate Cup in the ‘Mobile Legends: Bang Bang’ event
April 25, 2024 · 12:00 PM HST

Kauai Weather Forecast for April 25, 2024

Breezy to locally windy trade winds will continue into Friday morning. Expect enhanced trade wind showers through this morning as a band of unsettled clouds…
April 25, 2024 · 7:30 AM HST

Kauai Surf Forecast for April 25, 2024

Surf heights will remain below advisory thresholds for all shores through the forecast period. The new small medium period northwest swell is filling today and…
April 25, 2024 · 7:00 AM HST

AARP expert warns Hawaiʻi homeowners to beware of contractor fraud

“Disasters unfortunately attract crooked contractors,” said Greenwood, who spoke at AARP Hawai`i Fight Fraud Together seminars in Kona and Hilo this week.
April 25, 2024 · 5:00 AM HST

Cat feces suspected in death of a nēnē gosling found in Big Island park

“This tragic incident highlights the problem of having feral cat colonies in areas that are known habitat for endangered or threatened species,” said DLNR Chair Dawn Chang.
April 25, 2024 · 3:00 AM HST

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