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May 2, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Hawaiʻi County and partners relaunch emergency rental assistance program

The program is designed to help households that suffered from economic hardship during the COVID-19 pandemic and struggling to pay rent.
May 2, 2024 · 9:41 AM

2 wanted Big Island men located

20-year-old Matthew Koi of Naalehu and 27-year-old Junson Heckerz of Ocean View were both previously wanted on outstanding bench warrants and for questioning in other criminal investigations.
May 2, 2024 · 9:28 AM

December 2023 Hawaiian Acres murder investigation continues

39-year-old Dingie Anthony Dean Martin of Mountain View was found on the ground in his driveway and later died at Hilo Medical Center as the result of a single gunshot wound to his head.
May 2, 2024 · 5:00 AM

Hawaiʻi Legislature passes coffee labeling standards bill

“This initiative is about protecting Kona’s world-renowned coffee and ensuring that local farmers receive the prices they deserve for their products, and that dollars stay in Hawaiʻi’s economy,” said Big Island state Rep. Nicole Lowen
May 2, 2024 · 3:00 AM

Top 10 things to do on the Big Island for May 2-8: Kodomo No Matsuri, AstroDay, Mālama Healing Festival and more

Live music, hands-on educational science activities and demonstrations, Children’s Day celebrations, art displays, crafts and even a party for Cinco De Mayo are on tap this weekend.
May 2, 2024 · 1:00 AM

County Council takes up 2 measures supporting project to mitigate wildfire risk in North Hawai‘i

Grant funds from the Federal Emergency Management Agency will be used to reduce hazardous wildfire fuels such as dry vegetation and invasive species and create defensible space for several communities and large landowners affected by the massive Māna Road Fire in the summer of 2021.
May 1, 2024 · 6:32 PM

Big Island man charged in incident involving woman bound with duct tape and assaulted

50-year-old Ian Benjamin Winther of Ocean View is being detained at the Kealakehe Police Station pending his initial court appearance Thursday in Kona District Court. His bail was set at $143,000.
May 1, 2024 · 5:23 PM

Police continue to investigate December 2023 second-degree murder case in Hilo

68-year-old Albert Harry Pacheco Sr. of Hilo was found dead in his vehicle with a single gunshot to his upper thigh the afternoon of Dec. 3, 2023, on the banana farm above Alae Cemetery in Hilo where he was employed
May 1, 2024 · 4:48 PM

North Kona water restriction downgraded to voluntary conservation notice

Customers in the district are asked to adhere to a voluntary 10% water conservation notice instead of the 25% water restriction, which had been in effect since Aug. 7, 2023.
May 1, 2024 · 4:41 PM

Hilo woman cited for feeding cats in park where nēnē gosling was found dead

The 66-year-old was issued two citations for violating state endangered and threatened species laws, which prohibit the feeding of protected wildlife, since nēnē may eat the cat food.

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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

 

Which of these bills should the Hawai‘i Legislature have passed this year but didn’t?
  • Senate Bills 3335 and 2487, relating to the legalization of recreation marijuana and expanding marijuana decriminalization, respectively.
  • Senate Bill 2381, relating to public financing for candidates seeking election to state and county public offices.
  • House Bill 2406, which would have imposed a climate-impact fee for visitors staying in hotels or other transient vacation accommodations.
  • Senate Bill 281, which would have established a state income tax deduction for eligible contributions made to the state’s college savings program.
  • House Bill 79, relating to media literacy in schools and negative impacts of of misinformation, disinformation, digital discrimination and online hate speech.
  • House Bill 540, relating to free breakfast and lunch for all enrolled students of the Hawai‘i Department of Education and public charter schools.
  • House Bill 1149, relating to infestation control of coconut rhinoceros beetles.
  • Senate Bill 587, relating to the installation of noisy exhaust pipes and mufflers on a vehicle.
  • Senate Bill 471, which would prohibit camping in public areas not designated for camping and require the state or counties establish safe zones for homeless people.
  • There is a different bill I was watching that should have passed instead.
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May 1, 2024 · 1:17 PM HST

Top 10 things to do on the Big Island for May 2-8: Kodomo No Matsuri, AstroDay, Mālama Healing Festival and more

Live music, hands-on educational science activities and demonstrations, Children’s Day celebrations, art displays, crafts and even a party for Cinco De Mayo are on tap this weekend.
April 29, 2024 · 5:08 PM HST

Kamuela Philharmonic closes out 2023-24 season with ‘POPS!’ this Sunday afternoon

The Philharmonic will perform works by Henry Mancini, Frank Sinatra, Morton Gould, Duke Ellington, George Gershwin and more.
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

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.

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Big Island Business 

Department of Health issues a recall alert for Gibson Farms bulk organic California shelled walnuts due to potential E. coli contamination
Google invests in improving Hawaiʻi’s internet infrastructure
Business Monday: Big Island-grown agency celebrating 24 years of empowering people with developmental disabilities
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

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 

Hawaiʻi Community Lending announces Lahaina Homeowner Recovery Program

Hawaiʻi Community Lending announces a new Lahaina Homeowner Recovery Program. This three-year program will assist up to 500 owner-occupant Lahaina homeowners prevent foreclosure and qualify for financing to rebuild their homes.
May 2, 2024 · 9:34 AM HST

Kahului Fire Station, County Building to be lit red in remembrance of fallen firefighters

The Kahului Fire Station and Kalana O Maui County Building will be lit red this week in remembrance of fallen firefighters, including County of Maui Firefighter Tre’ Evans-Dumaran.
May 2, 2024 · 9:11 AM HST

Legislature passes bill supporting value-added production across Hawaiʻi

HB2144 requires the State of Hawaiʻi Department of Health to amend the definition of “homemade food products” in its Hawaiʻi Administrative Rules, and to adopt certain rules regarding the sale and delivery of homemade food products, which pragmatically expands opportunities for cottage food producers and consumers without compromising food safety.
May 2, 2024 · 8:13 AM HST

Maui Weather Forecast for May 02, 2024

Trade winds will strengthen today, then become breezy Friday through the weekend. Clouds and showers will favor typical windward slopes, with an…
May 2, 2024 · 7:15 AM HST

Hawaiʻi Technology Academy brings hands-on programs to its Maui campuses

The state’s largest public charter school system, Hawai‘i Technology Academy, is bringing a different way of learning to students at its two Maui campuses.
May 2, 2024 · 6:00 AM HST

Kauai Now 

Kapa‘a transfer station only accepting bagged trash Friday

The change is because of scheduled equipment repairs, which could be finished as early as Saturday. All other services at the facility are still available.
May 2, 2024 · 10:00 AM HST

Kaua‘i police alert public about new phone scam involving threat of arrest for missing jury duty

To make the scam appear credible, callers could use real information about the victim, real court addresses and names of court or law enforcement officials.
May 2, 2024 · 8:41 AM HST

Kauai Weather Forecast for May 02, 2024

Trade winds will strengthen today, then become breezy Friday through the weekend. Clouds and showers will favor typical windward slopes, with an…
May 2, 2024 · 7:30 AM HST

Kauai Surf Forecast for May 02, 2024

Tiny surf will persist along north and west facing shores through Friday. A small, long period northwest swell is expected to fill in Friday night and peak…
May 2, 2024 · 7:00 AM HST

Buildings to light up green for Mental Health Month

The Hawaiʻi State Department of Health and its partners are joining together to encourage Hawaiʻi residents to foster acceptance of mental health care and end the prejudice and discrimination that create barriers to seeking treatment.
May 2, 2024 · 5:00 AM HST

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