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April 28, 2024 · 5:00 AM
New philharmonic initiative fosters musical excellence among Big Island youth
The Hummingbirds Youth Philharmonic, created by the Hawaiʻi Science and Technology Museum in Hilo, brings together talented high school band and orchestra students from around the island, giving them platform to hone their instrumental skills.
April 28, 2024 · 3:00 AM
Big Island Now poll No. 53 results: Hawai‘i’s most important contribution to the world seems to be itself
No one choice received a majority of votes in our most recent monthly poll, but the option garnering the most was “All or a combination,” with 337, or 29% of the total vote.
April 28, 2024 · 1:00 AM
Southwest Airlines hosts first mock travel day for families with Autism Moms of Kona
This mock travel day was meant as a fun activity to help children with autism get more comfortable with the process of going through the airport — starting from the ticket counter, to going through security, and agriculture to boarding a plane and ending at baggage claim.
April 27, 2024 · 1:11 PM
Big Island lane closures: April 27-May 3
Closure schedules can change at any time, without notice, and all projects are weather permitting.
April 27, 2024 · 9:01 AM
Road boring for Waipʻio Valley Road project planned for early May
The findings from this analysis will help guide future improvements, ensuring the road’s durability and resilience against natural elements and heavy usage while improving safety for residents and visitors alike.
April 27, 2024 · 5:00 AM
Governor approves broadband equity access and development state match plan
“In an increasingly interconnected world, access to broadband is not just a convenience—it’s a necessity,” said Governor Green.
April 27, 2024 · 1:00 AM
State Land Board takes into consideration cultural resource damage, public impacts in $1.8M fine for boat grounding
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April 26, 2024 · 2:42 PM
Tickets still available for events during annual Big Island Chocolate Festival
The 11th Big Island Chocolate Festival continues this weekend, culminating with the “Mystical Chocolate Masquerade” gala on Saturday at the Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa.
April 26, 2024 · 11:43 AM
Update: Power restored to customers in North Kona
Power was out for about an hour.
April 26, 2024 · 3:00 AM
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April 26, 2024 · 2:42 PM HST
Tickets still available for events during annual Big Island Chocolate Festival
The 11th Big Island Chocolate Festival continues this weekend, culminating with the “Mystical Chocolate Masquerade” gala on Saturday at the Waikoloa Beach Marriott Resort & Spa.
April 26, 2024 · 10:30 AM HST
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Ryan Hi’ileinani Alo, a 10th grade student at Kamehameha Schools Maui, is a delegate to the Congress of Future Medical Leaders, to be held June 26-28, 2024, just outside of Boston, on the University of Massachusetts Lowell campus.
April 28, 2024 · 11:00 AM HST
Sunflower Farm Music Festival returns on May 4
A field of blooming sunflowers will be the backdrop for the 2024 Sunflower Farm Music Festival on Saturday, May 4 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
April 28, 2024 · 10:00 AM HST
Service trip planned to Palikū, crater wilderness area of Haleakalā
The Friends of Haleakalā National Park are planning a three-night service trip to Haleakalā Crater, May 25-28, 2024. The volunteer trip is for experienced hikers and backpackers with a desire to help preserve Native Hawaiian ecosystems. Participants will stay in the Palikū patrol cabin and remove invasive species to protect nēnē habitat.
April 28, 2024 · 9:00 AM HST
Community meeting on County’s proposed water-delivery agreement with Free Market Ventures, May 8
Council Member Tom Cook and Council Vice-Chair Yuki Lei Sugimura will co-host a community meeting at 6 p.m. on May 8 at the Mayor Hannibal Tavares Community Center. The meeting’s intent is to gather input from the community and provide information regarding the County of Maui’s proposed water-delivery agreement with Free Market Ventures. The resolution authorizes the administration to enter into an agreement with Free Market Ventures, LLC, which includes drilling wells in Kula and the County purchasing water from the private source.
April 28, 2024 · 8:00 AM HST
Maui Weather Forecast for April 28, 2024
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April 28, 2024 · 7:15 AM HST
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Kauai Weather Forecast for April 28, 2024
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April 28, 2024 · 7:30 AM HST
Kauai Surf Forecast for April 28, 2024
Surf heights will remain below advisory thresholds for all shores through the forecast period. A small northwest, medium- period swell will persist through…
April 28, 2024 · 7:00 AM HST
Governor Green approves broadband equity access and development state match plan
“In an increasingly interconnected world, access to broadband is not just a convenience—it’s a necessity,” said Governor Green.
April 28, 2024 · 3:00 AM HST
Ho‘omalu Ke Kai upcycling washed-up plastic, building beach cleanup stations, more
Using specialty machines, ocean conservation nonprofit Ho‘omalu Ke Kai is building beach cleanup stations using upcycled marine debris.
April 28, 2024 · 1:00 AM HST
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