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Initial reports indicate no impact to Kīlauea following earthquakes in East Hawai‘i
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July 29, 2024 · 10:05 AM
Initial reports indicate no impact to Kīlauea following earthquakes in East Hawai‘i
According to officials at Hawaiian Volcano Observatory, the quakes weren’t magma-related. More information will be provided as it becomes available.
July 29, 2024 · 8:07 AM
Hawai‘i Island police respond to incident involving a firearm in Hāmākua over weekend
This is a developing story. More information will be provided as it becomes available.
July 29, 2024 · 1:00 AM
Business Monday: Big Island resort dubbed the best in Hawai‘i by USA Today readers
Situated along the Kohala Coast, Hilton Waikōloa Village claimed the top spot for “Best Resort in Hawai‘i,” according to the 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards in the newspaper publication.
July 28, 2024 · 8:55 PM
Update: Brush fire in Waikōloa contained after scorching 75 acres
Currently, no structures are threatened, thanks to the winds pushing the fire southward, away from residential areas.
July 28, 2024 · 5:00 AM
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July 28, 2024 · 3:00 AM
Big Island weekly lane closures: July 28-Aug. 2
All projects are weather permitting.
July 28, 2024 · 1:00 AM
Marine Protected Areas producing more ‘trophy-size’ fish, UH report says
Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) are having a positive spillover effect, producing more “trophy-size” fish just outside of the fully protected areas, and the effect is growing stronger over time.
July 27, 2024 · 5:00 AM
County to study economics of short-term rental industry on Big Island, but likely won’t delay proposed new regulations
The study, which the Hawai‘i County Council authorized Wednesday, will take a comprehensive look at Hawai‘i County’s short-term rental industry, including the types, occupancy rates, pricing, geographic distribution, direct and indirect economic contributions to the county’s economy, impact on housing availability and affordability and potential and feasibility for short-term units to be converted into long-term units.
July 27, 2024 · 3:00 AM
Chain of Craters Road reopens to pedestrians, bicycles
The cracks likely formed due to the intrusion of magma into the Upper East Rift Zone of Kīlauea volcano this week.
July 27, 2024 · 1:00 AM
Hawaiian Electric begins install of weather stations in wildfire-prone areas statewide
Fifteen stations will be installed on Hawai‘i Island.
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July 25, 2024 · 8:39 AM HST
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for July 25-31: Occupy yourself with orchids, sip some sake, play with the ‘Peanuts’ gang, experience Volcano and more
A wide variety of activities and events once again await families, friends and anyone looking for something to do around the island.
July 18, 2024 · 8:24 PM HST
Be part of ‘The Tale to End Cancer’: Attend the 32nd annual Relay For Life of the Big Island
This year’s event to fight back against cancer and celebrate survivors is from 5 p.m. to midnight July 20 at Francis Wong Stadium in Hilo.
July 17, 2024 · 6:43 PM HST
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for July 18-24: Party like a Honokaʻa Dragon, hang with the Ladies That Rock, do some early holiday shopping, celebrate Hawaiian culture and more
There is no lack of variety in the upcoming events happening around the Big Island.
July 16, 2024 · 3:22 PM HST
Neighbor Island contestants to take the stage in Pacific Media Group’s Hawai‘i’s Finest Talent Contest
Moving into the second half of performances, a lineup of artists from Kaua‘i, Hawai‘i Island and Maui are set to grace the stage starting July 18.
July 10, 2024 · 8:26 PM HST
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for July 11-17: Follow the Yellow Brick Road, get reacquainted with the Bard, beat the summer heat and more
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Maui Strikers win summer tournaments in Oregon
Members of the Maui Strikers Mixed Plate 2010 Girls Soccer Team have returned home after finishing first and second in summer tournaments in Oregon.
July 29, 2024 · 12:03 PM HST
Aug. 15 deadline nears to submit nominations for the Mayor’s Small Business Awards
The Maui Chamber of Commerce is reminding the community that nominations are still being accepted for the Annual Mayor’s Small Business Awards in 2024 and are due on Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024. All nominees and winners will be honored during an event on Sept. 19, 2024.
July 29, 2024 · 11:00 AM HST
Monthly siren and Emergency Alert System test, Aug. 1
The monthly test of the all-hazard Statewide Outdoor Warning Siren System is scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 1, 2024, at 11:45 a.m. The siren test will be coordinated with a test of the Live Audio Broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System.
July 29, 2024 · 10:00 AM HST
Bayer Fund – Hawaiʻi Science Education Grant applications now available
Since its inception in 2005, this grant program has provided over $376,000 to public schools across Hawaiʻi, funding programs, tools, supplies, and equipment to boost science education. Public schools serving intermediate, high school, and college-grade students on Oʻahu, Maui, and Molokaʻi are eligible to apply.
July 29, 2024 · 9:01 AM HST
International field competes in second weekend of Moloka’i-2-O’ahu Paddleboard World Championships
The prone paddleboard race was the featured competition for an international field of athletes in the last of two race weekends celebrating the 25th Moloka’i-2- O’ahu Paddleboard World Championships.
July 29, 2024 · 8:38 AM HST
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Kapa‘a and Waimea swimming pools to resume regular hours July 30
For questions or more information, contact the Department of Parks and Recreation.
July 29, 2024 · 12:00 PM HST
Native Hawaiians face higher rates of accelerated biological aging, UH study finds
A new study has discovered Native Hawaiians experience higher accelerated biological aging in comparison to White and Japanese American residents.
July 29, 2024 · 10:00 AM HST
Kauai Weather Forecast for July 29, 2024
High pressure far north of the Hawaiian Islands will gradually weaken and slowly drift west over the next several days. Moderate to locally breezy trade winds…
July 29, 2024 · 7:30 AM HST
Kauai Surf Forecast for July 29, 2024
A small long period south-southwest swell will arrive this afternoon, briefly bumping up south and west shore surf heights into Tuesday, and then surf…
July 29, 2024 · 7:00 AM HST
State studies feasibility of volunteer-led natural solutions for beach erosion
Volunteer efforts to restore an eroding shoreline in Windward Oʻahu are being observed for a new feasibility commissioned by the Hawaiʻi Climate Change Commission, DLNR, UH Sea Grant, and Oʻahu MPO, in contract with Sea Engineering.
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