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Volcano Watch: The blast of the century at Kīlauea
Kīlauea began erupting explosively 100 years ago this week, for the first time in nearly a century. The eruption lasted for about 17 days, killing one person and injuring others.May 10, 2024 · 1:00 AM HST
NewsUpdate: Greatest chance of severe storms during daytime, through evening Friday
NewsWind and winter warnings issued for Big Island summits starting Friday
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Hawai‘i Island police seek public help finding missing man
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May 10, 2024 · 11:18 AM
Chef Louis Pauole and Miyo’s in Hilo celebrate Mom with special omakase event
Pauole created the event, which will feature seven courses highlighting dishes infused with locally grown ingredients, to spotlight the depth of flavors found only in Hawai‘i on Mother’s Day.
May 10, 2024 · 3:00 AM
Big Island student one of just 161 named 2024 US Presidential Scholars
Not only is Kealakehe High School senior Maile-Lei Ji now among an elite group of the nation’s top high school students, she is one of two Big Island students to win a National Merit Scholarship this year.
May 10, 2024 · 1:00 AM
Volcano Watch: The blast of the century at Kīlauea
Kīlauea began erupting explosively 100 years ago this week, for the first time in nearly a century. The eruption lasted for about 17 days, killing one person and injuring others.
May 9, 2024 · 5:25 PM
Update: Greatest chance of severe storms during daytime, through evening Friday
An unusually strong upper level disturbance moving over Hawai‘i now also brings a threat of flash flooding. A flood watch is in effect for the entire state until 6 a.m. Saturday.
May 9, 2024 · 4:04 PM
Wind and winter warnings issued for Big Island summits starting Friday
According to the National Weather Service, the winter warning will go into effect at noon and is expected to last till 6 a.m. Saturday.
May 9, 2024 · 1:47 PM
Hawai‘i Island police seek public help finding missing Pepe‘ekeo man
The 39-year-old was last seen at his apartment complex on Nov. 24, 2023.
May 9, 2024 · 1:05 PM
Get ready for the Ka‘ū Coffee Experience
The 14th Ka‘ū Coffee Festival returns in June providing a unique, interactive experience showcasing the diverse and award-winning coffees grown by coffee farmers in the sprawling, southern rural district of Hawai‘i Island.
May 9, 2024 · 10:00 AM
USPS mail carriers gear up to collect food for annual ‘Stamp Out Hunger’ drive
Last year’s “Stamp Out Hunger” effort in Hawai‘i netted more than 193 tons of food donations.
May 9, 2024 · 9:59 AM
Hawai‘i Island police seek help finding 14-year-old girl
The teen was last seen leaving a residence on foot on 27th Avenue in Hawaiian Paradise Park, Kea‘au on Wednesday.
May 9, 2024 · 9:52 AM
Multi-agency warrant sweep yields 32 arrests in West Hawai‘i
Conducted by detectives from the Hawai‘i Police Department’s Area II Vice Section, Area I Special Enforcement Unit, U.S. Marshals Service, and Homeland Security Investigations, the sweep resulted in offenses ranging from contempt of court, probation violation, probation no bail, failure to appear, and other related offenses.
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May 9, 2024 · 1:05 PM HST
Get ready for the Ka‘ū Coffee Experience
The 14th Ka‘ū Coffee Festival returns in June providing a unique, interactive experience showcasing the diverse and award-winning coffees grown by coffee farmers in the sprawling, southern rural district of Hawai‘i Island.
May 8, 2024 · 8:57 PM HST
Top 10 things to do on Big Island — and then some — for May 9-15: So much happening, especially for Mother’s Day, this week’s list is actually a Top 16
It shouldn’t be difficult to find something to do with Mom this weekend. The Big Island has plenty of events planned just for Mother’s Day, from brunch to parasailing.
May 3, 2024 · 5:47 PM HST
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 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.

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Council committee to review draft official Maui wetland inventory map
Maui County Council members will hear a presentation from the Department of Planning on Monday on a draft of Maui County’s first official wetland map. The Agriculture, Diversification, Environment and Public Transportation Committee, chaired by Council Member Gabe Johnson, is scheduled to begin at 1:30 p.m. Monday.
May 10, 2024 · 12:47 PM HST
Creative Industries Educator Externship shares skills with Hawai‘i teachers
Technical skill rotations were hosted throughout the day exploring topics such as fashion design process, 3D modeling, video pre-production and much more, along with networking sessions and informative panels from professionals in the creative industries. Attendees were provided with an overview of CID’s workforce initiatives, ways to maximize the ClimbHI Bridge portal, and insights into preparing students for successful careers within the creative industries.
May 10, 2024 · 11:00 AM HST
Volunteer Day at Keālia Wildlife Refuge, May 18
The Maui Nui Marine Resource Council will partner with Keālia National Wildlife Refuge staff to remove invasive plant species that threaten to overgrow and crowd out native plants along the Boardwalk. Volunteers will meet at the Keālia NWR Visitor Center at 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 18 and carpool to the first entrance of the boardwalk for the volunteer day. The workday will conclude at 11 a.m.
May 10, 2024 · 10:00 AM HST
Nine recruits from 95th Recruit Class join the ranks of the Maui Police Department
The new officers are Jeremiah Aceret, Levy Alizna, Kaelan Bush, Hau’oli Caparida, Lyman Diego, Quinton Pedroza, Aloices Sabugo, Austin Travis, and Lateral Officer Graduate Anthony Campos.
May 10, 2024 · 9:00 AM HST
Update/Power Restored: Earlier outages reported in Lahaina, Olowalu, Launiupoko and Kahului
Update (8:20 a.m. May 10, 2024). Power has been restored to all customers impacted by earlier outages in Kahului and Lahaina.
May 10, 2024 · 8:09 AM HST
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Kaua‘i, start your engines: PMRF hosting fourth annual car show this Saturday
Ninety vehicles of all kinds have registered for the event. Attendees can vote for their favorite vehicles, and the winners will receive trophies.
May 10, 2024 · 12:00 PM HST
Kauai Weather Forecast for May 10, 2024
The threat for strong to severe thunderstorms and heavy rainfall will continue across the state through tonight as a strong upper level disturbance settles…
May 10, 2024 · 7:30 AM HST
Kauai Surf Forecast for May 10, 2024
A long-lived south swell will affect the islands into the weekend. Surf along south facing shores is expected to remain at the High Surf Advisory threshold of…
May 10, 2024 · 7:00 AM HST
Counties poised for slower growth, inflation surpasses national average, UHERO forecasts
Maui rebuilding and the incremental return of international travelers will support tourism, helping to offset a moderate pullback in the continental U.S. market.
May 10, 2024 · 3:00 AM HST
Portion of Wawae Road in Kalāheo closed until further notice
Erosion exacerbated by recent flooding has compromised the roadway’s stability.
May 9, 2024 · 6:28 PM HST
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