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May 11, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Installation of safety enhancement measures on Waimea road begins this week

The work on ‘Opelo Road begins May 13 directly across from ‘Opelo Plaza.
May 11, 2024 · 6:54 AM

Update: Roads reopen in Kohala after crews clear debris from flooding

A flash flood watch remains in place throughout the state till 8 p.m.
May 11, 2024 · 5:00 AM

US Senate passes provisions to improve air tour safety, address air noise in Hawai‘i

The US Senate on Thursday passed the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, which included several provisions authored by US Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i). The bill contains measures to address air tour noise in Hawai‘i, improve air tour safety, help airports adapt to extreme weather, and establish a Senate-confirmed Assistant Secretary at the Department of Transportation’s Office of Aviation Consumer Protection. The bill now moves to the House of Representatives for consideration.
May 11, 2024 · 3:00 AM

Kaua‘i fisherman finds oddity in belly of tuna; scientists identify rare octopus

Alan Okuhara of Mark’s Place is a scientist at heart; he and marine biologist Molly Lutcavage have a list of ‘marine mysteries’ to solve.
May 11, 2024 · 1:00 AM

Dare Day returns after 4-year hiatus to celebrate Big Island students

Students from Waikōloa Elementary and Middle Schools, Waimea Middle School, Konawaena Elementary and Middle School and Hawaiian immersion school ​Alo Kēhau o ka ʻĀina Mauna were bussed into Kona to spend the day enjoying activities from swimming to ring tossing, putting golf, basketball and shooting a fire hose at a cardboard house.
May 10, 2024 · 11:50 PM

Heavy rains diminish over East Hawaiʻi; flood threat shifts to west, north Big Isle

Flash flood warnings were in effect late Friday night and into early Saturday morning for portions of North and South Kohala and Hāmākua as heavy rain and thunderstorms moved over the districts.
May 10, 2024 · 3:05 PM

Help just a mailbox away: Join fight against hunger and donate to Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive

The 32nd annual National Association of Letter Carriers annual event is Saturday nationwide, including in Hawai‘i.
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.

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

 

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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Local Entertainment 

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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Big Island Now poll No. 54: Which of these bills should the Hawaiʻi Legislature have passed this year but didn’t?
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Big Island Now poll No. 52 results: Vote evenly spread for best place to spot humpback whales from island shores

Big Island Business 

Educator externship held to advance creative technical skills for Hawai‘i teachers, enhance student workforce readiness
UHERO forecast: Counties poised for slower growth, inflation surpasses national average
Business Monday: Island Dermatology promotes preventative skin care
CU Hawaiʻi donates$20,000 with a matching grant to support affordable housing initiatives
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

Hawai’i Volcano Blog 

Volcano Watch: The blast of the century at Kīlauea
Earthquakes continue beneath Kīlauea summit
About 230 earthquakes rattle Kīlauea with renewed uptick in unrest

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 

Rep. Case announces winners of his 2024 Congressional Art Competition

US Congressman Ed Case (D-HI) announced the winners of his 2024 Congressional Art Competition during an awards ceremony at the Bishop Museum, where entries have been on public display.
May 11, 2024 · 10:00 AM HST

Molokaʻi resident takes action to reduce wildfire risks

The Federal Emergency Management Agency is telling the story of Molokaʻi resident Erin Peyton, who took action to protect her community from wildfires.
May 11, 2024 · 9:00 AM HST

County Parks Department announces Lihikai School Park improvements

The comfort station and a portion of Lihikai School Park in Kahului will be closed to the public from May 13, 2024, until early 2025 for a County of Maui Department of Parks and Recreation capital improvements project.
May 11, 2024 · 8:00 AM HST

Maui Weather Forecast for May 11, 2024

An unstable upper low slowly drifting eastward through the islands will continue to produce periods of heavy rain and thunderstorms with elevated flood threats…
May 11, 2024 · 7:15 AM HST

Saturday weather updates: Flood Watch through this evening

A Flash Flood Watch remains in effect through this evening for all main Hawaiian Islands. The National Weather Service reports an upper level low will slowly move through the Hawaiian Islands this weekend. Weather impacts include slow moving heavy rain and strong thunderstorms increasing the threat for flash flooding statewide.
May 11, 2024 · 7:05 AM HST

Kauai Now 

Kauai Weather Forecast for May 11, 2024

An unstable upper low slowly drifting eastward through the islands will continue to produce periods of heavy rain and thunderstorms with elevated flood threats…
May 11, 2024 · 7:30 AM HST

Kauai Surf Forecast for May 11, 2024

A long-lived south swell will affect the islands this weekend. Although the swell will persist for the next several days, surf should continue to trend down…
May 11, 2024 · 7:00 AM HST

Update: Flood advisory canceled, watch remains in place for all Hawaiian Islands

Radar shows that the heavy rain has diminished.
May 11, 2024 · 6:41 AM HST

US Senate passes provisions to improve air tour safety, address air noise in Hawai‘i

The US Senate on Thursday passed the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, which included several provisions authored by US Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i). The bill contains measures to address air tour noise in Hawai‘i, improve air tour safety, help airports adapt to extreme weather, and establish a Senate-confirmed Assistant Secretary at the Department of Transportation’s Office of Aviation Consumer Protection. The bill now moves to the House of Representatives for consideration.
May 11, 2024 · 5:00 AM HST

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 11, 2024 · 3:00 AM HST

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