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The University of Hawai’i at Hilo on the Big Island conferred degrees, certificates and post-graduate credentials to 500 students during its spring 2024 commencement ceremony.May 12, 2024 · 1:15 AM HST
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May 12, 2024 · 5:00 AM
Big Island students defend winning title in second annual Kalo Challenge
The Kalo Challenge is the finale of a yearlong project where at-promise students from across the state learned about planting and cultivating kalo (taro) and then turning their harvest into an innovative culinary dish.
May 12, 2024 · 3:15 AM
Yearslong black slime ‘nightmare’ now in court; Kaua‘i homeowners ‘fatigued’
Nearly 80 homes in a Hanamā‘ulu a development with plumbing reportedly rife with black slime-causing bacteria.
May 12, 2024 · 1:00 AM
‘Make the future yours’: UH-Hilo grads encouraged to be brave, do something great
The University of Hawai’i at Hilo on the Big Island conferred degrees, certificates and post-graduate credentials to 500 students during its spring 2024 commencement ceremony.
May 11, 2024 · 10:52 PM
Flood advisory issued for Puna, Ka‘ū Districts
Rain was falling at a rate of 1 to 2 inches per hour.
May 11, 2024 · 4:21 PM
Update: Flood advisory canceled for East Hawai‘i; watch remains in place statewide
Radar shows that the heavy rain has diminished. Flooding is no longer expected to pose a threat.
May 11, 2024 · 2:08 PM
Big Island woman captures footage of Aurora Borealis from Nā‘ālehu home
“It was a beautiful purple and greenish tinge visible to the naked eye for about 5 minutes,” Brenda Trowbridge shared on social media.
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.
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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
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Maui Bicycling League annual ‘Ride of Silence’ advocacy ride set for May 25
Maui Bicycling League will be hosting a memorial ride on Maui as part of the global “Ride of Silence” movement, which now takes place in over 400 locations every year to honor cyclists who have been hit or killed while riding on public roadways.
May 12, 2024 · 11:00 AM HST
BIA Hawaiʻi announces $100K education grant to support construction industry’s future workforce
The Building Industry Association of Hawaiʻi has announced a strategic partnership with the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation to support the Youth Build Green Pre-Apprenticeship Construction Training Program. The $100,000 funding will support the building industry’s future workforce.
May 12, 2024 · 10:00 AM HST
The Shops at Wailea announces Mother’s Day giveaway and May entertainment lineup
The Shops at Wailea is hosting several events for May for visitors and residents, including a limited-time gift with purchase until the end of the month, concerts, activities and entertainment.
May 12, 2024 · 9:00 AM HST
Forecasters report Maui County saw near to above-average rainfall through April
Rain gauges in Maui County recorded near to above-average rainfall so far this year through the end of April, according to a report from the National Weather Service.
May 12, 2024 · 8:00 AM HST
Maui Weather Forecast for May 12, 2024
Heavy rain and isolated thunderstorms are possible over all islands again today. The threat will diminish by tonight and a land and sea breeze pattern favoring…
May 12, 2024 · 7:15 AM HST
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Kauai Weather Forecast for May 12, 2024
Heavy rain and isolated thunderstorms are possible over all islands again today. The threat will diminish by tonight and a land and sea breeze pattern favoring…
May 12, 2024 · 7:30 AM HST
Kauai Surf Forecast for May 12, 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 12, 2024 · 7:00 AM HST
Proposals sought for coconut rhinoceros beetles management in green waste
The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture is seeking proposals from nonprofit organizations to eliminate coconut rhinoceros beetles on O‘ahu, and another to support green waste management on Maui, Moloka‘i, Hawai‘i island, Kaua‘i and O‘ahu.
May 12, 2024 · 3:00 AM HST
Yearslong black slime ‘nightmare’ now in court; Kaua‘i homeowners ‘fatigued’
Nearly 80 homes in a Hanamā‘ulu a development with plumbing reportedly rife with black slime-causing bacteria.
May 12, 2024 · 1:00 AM HST
Aurora Borealis witnessed on Big Island
“It was a beautiful purple and greenish tinge visible to the naked eye for about 5 minutes,” Brenda Trowbridge shared on social media.
May 11, 2024 · 2:20 PM HST
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