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May 5, 2024 · 10:00 AM
Jack in the Box showing appreciation for teachers with a free cup of coffee
The offer is available May 6-8 at all Jack in the Box Hawai‘i locations throughout the state and is for all teachers and faculty members by showing their school ID or a paystub.
May 5, 2024 · 5:00 AM
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park reopens roads as Kīlauea calms
Areas accessed by Chain of Craters Road, including coastal backcountry sites, Hilina Pali Road, Kulanaokuaiki Campground, Nāpau, and Pepeiao Cabin are now open.
May 5, 2024 · 3:00 AM
New Hawai‘i law aimed at tackling illegal short-term rentals, provides counties with home rule authority
Gov. Josh Green touts Senate Bill 2919 as pivotal tool to address the state’s housing crisis and ensures counties can guide their future development, but opponents say it does not address the true causes of Hawai’i’s housing shortage.
May 5, 2024 · 1:00 AM
Ka‘ū residents hold second sign waving opposing proposed Punalu‘u resort
A caravan is planned to get Ka‘ū residents to Hilo on Monday for the Windward Planning Commission’s special meeting.
May 4, 2024 · 12:00 PM
Mix masters: Merriman’s Honolulu team wins 2024 Kings’ Shops Cocktail Contest
13 of Hawai‘i’s top bartenders showed off their creative energy as they competed head-to-head in three rounds April 28 on the Big Island.
May 4, 2024 · 10:00 AM
As 2024 session ends, Hawaiʻi House of Representatives leadership reflects on measures passed that improve lives of state residents
House speaker says this year was incredibly productive for the chamber, which made significant progress on its priorities including tax relief for asset limited, income constrained, employed families.
May 4, 2024 · 3:00 AM
May is Hawaiʻi Invasive Species Awareness Month
This year’s theme is “Who Protects Hawaiʻi? We All Do,” underscoring the collaborative approach necessary to address and effectively manage the risks invasive species pose.
May 4, 2024 · 1:15 AM
Search warrant on Big Island home yields over 100 fentanyl pills, ghost guns
The search warrant also led to the arrest of a 45-year-old man.
May 3, 2024 · 4:00 PM
Hawai‘i State Legislature passes Silver Alert program to protect kūpuna, other vulnerable community members
The program will help locate and safeguard missing persons who are elderly or are cognitively impaired or developmentally disabled.
May 3, 2024 · 1:33 PM
Big Island man gets 20 years for charges connected to shooting girlfriend, subsequent manhunt
45-year-old Ronald P.K. Kahihikolo of Ocean View pleaded no contest in February to charges of first-degree attempted assault, carrying or use of a firearm in the commission of a separate felony, first-degree unauthorized control of a propelled vehicle and first-degree resisting an order to stop in connection with a March 2023 domestic dispute and subsequent manhunt.
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May 3, 2024 · 5:47 PM HST
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13 of Hawai‘i’s top bartenders showed off their creative energy as they competed head-to-head in three rounds April 28 on the Big Island.
May 1, 2024 · 1:17 PM HST
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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.
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Gently used clothing, shoes and accessories for women, men and children will be for sale at the event from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 9 and 10 on the front lawn of Kalana O Maui County Building, 200 S. High St., Wailuku. Only cash will be accepted as payment at this event. Proceeds will benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Maui and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Maui.
May 5, 2024 · 11:00 AM HST
48th annual Craft Fair returns to Seabury Hall on May 11
Seabury Hall will host its popular Craft Fair on Saturday, May 11, 2024 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This family-friendly event has become a cherished tradition to kick off Mother’s Day weekend. The Craft Fair transforms the school’s upcountry campus into a bustling marketplace filled with Maui’s best artists, jewelers, crafters, floral gifts, a silent auction, live music, food, and keiki activities.
May 5, 2024 · 10:00 AM HST
Moratorium on disconnections of electric service for nonpayment for Maui customers extended through July 2
Suspension of service disconnections for all Hawaiian Electric customers on Maui has been extended through at least July 2, 2024, in accordance with the extension of Gov. Josh Green’s emergency proclamation.
May 5, 2024 · 9:00 AM HST
Volunteers, ti leaf donations sought for Memorial Day lei making
Kaunoa Senior Center is seeking volunteers and ti leaf donations to ensure there are enough lei to honor every veteran at Maui Veterans Cemetery on Memorial Day. There are 4,106 lei needed this year.
May 5, 2024 · 8:00 AM HST
45th Maui Charity Walk raises over $1.2 million for the eighth year
The Maui Hotel & Lodging Association celebrated its 45th year of giving back to the community with the annual Visitor Industry Charity Walk on Saturday. Nearly 1,600 walkers attended the in-person event at the War Memorial Complex. Walkers finished 2.5 miles of exercise and received complimentary breakfast, treats, giveaway prizes, and local entertainment, including a performance by Tihati Productions. An impressive total of $1,235,482 was raised so far from Maui County.
May 5, 2024 · 7:17 AM HST
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Kauai Weather Forecast for May 05, 2024
Breezy trade winds will continue into Monday and then decrease to more moderate levels from Monday afternoon into Tuesday. An upper level disturbance passing…
May 5, 2024 · 7:30 AM HST
Kauai Surf Forecast for May 05, 2024
East facing shores will continue to see rough and choppy seas for at least the next several days before declining coinciding with the weakening winds. North…
May 5, 2024 · 7:00 AM HST
Several events, volunteer opportunities scheduled during Hawaiʻi Invasive Species Awareness Month
This year’s theme is “Who Protects Hawaiʻi? We All Do,” underscoring the collaborative approach necessary to address and effectively manage the risks invasive species pose.
May 5, 2024 · 5:00 AM HST
County to open registration for youth Summer Fun Program on May 15
The 2024 Summer Fun Program will run from June 17 to July 26, on weekdays, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., except on holidays. It’s open to children 5 to 11 years old.
May 5, 2024 · 3:00 AM HST
State House leadership reflects on bills passed in 2024 that improve lives of Hawaiʻi residents
House speaker says this year was incredibly productive for the chamber, which made significant progress on its priorities including tax relief for asset limited, income constrained, employed families.
May 4, 2024 · 12:00 PM HST
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