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Recall issued on mushroom edibles at Hawai‘i smoke shops
The product was at one time stocked in a Hilo smoke shop.August 2, 2024 · 3:39 PM HST
Hawai’i Volcano BlogVolcano Watch: HVO bids farewell to its Uēkahuna location
Community108 school bus routes temporarily suspended statewide because of driver shortage
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August 2, 2024 · 3:39 PM
Recall issued on mushroom edibles at Hawai‘i smoke shops
The product was at one time stocked in a Hilo smoke shop.
August 2, 2024 · 1:57 PM
Routine traffic stop results in slew of firearms, drug, other offenses against Hilo man
41-year-old Godfrey Paul Leopoldino made his initial court appearance on Thursday in South Hilo District Court. His bail was maintained at $197,000 and it was determined there was probable cause for his further detention.
August 2, 2024 · 12:14 PM
Hawai‘i Island police seek public help finding missing Mountain View man
Police ask anyone with information on the man’s whereabouts to call the department’s non-emergency line at 808-935-3311.
August 2, 2024 · 8:00 AM
Big Island families can get refresher course in health during Walmart Wellnes Day
You’ll be able to receive free glucose, cholesterol, body mass index and blood pressure screenings. You can also get affordable immunizations including COVID-19; flu; human papillomavirus (HPV); pneumonia; tetanus; measles, mumps and rubella (MMR); varicella (chicken pox/shingles), whooping cough (TDAP); hepatitis A and B; and others.
August 2, 2024 · 7:33 AM
High tide cycle could bring coastal flooding throughout the islands
According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, the best chance for coastal impacts will occur in the afternoon hours around the peak daily high tide cycle through Sunday in the typical vulnerable low-lying coastal areas.
August 2, 2024 · 3:00 AM
Volcano Watch: HVO bids farewell to its Uēkahuna location
HVO’s summit location was ideal for monitoring Kīlauea and Mauna Loa, Hawaiʻi’s two most active volcanoes.
August 2, 2024 · 1:00 AM
108 school bus routes temporarily suspended statewide because of driver shortage
The suspended routes in East Hawai‘i are for all grades in the Hilo-Waiākea and Ka‘ū-Kea‘au-Pāhoa Complex Areas.
August 1, 2024 · 6:54 PM
Update: State cancels high bacteria notification for Big Island’s Kolekole Gulch
Retesting shows enterococci levels no longer exceed the acceptable threshold
August 1, 2024 · 5:32 PM
Update: High bacteria count notification for portion of Wailuku River canceled
State reports water sample retesting results of Big Island waterway show enterococci levels no longer exceed the acceptable threshold level.
August 1, 2024 · 4:47 PM
Brown water advisory issued for mouth of Wailoa River in Hilo
The public is advised to stay out of flood water and stormwater because of possible overflowing cesspools, sewer, manholes, pesticides, animal fecal matter, dead animals, pathogens, chemicals and associated flood debris.
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July 31, 2024 · 10:14 PM HST
Top 10 things to do on the Big Island for Aug. 1-7: ‘The Voice of Hiroshima,’ art, an aerial spectacle, 808 Day 2024, comedy and more
Aug. 6 marks nearly 80 years since the nuclear bombing of Hiroshima in Japan. A special event next week marks the anniversary with a presentation by a University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo Japanese Studies professor and other activities at Honokaʻa People’s Theatre.
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.
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DOH issues warning about Diamond Shruumz infused products
The Hawaiʻi State Department of Health (DOH) Food and Drug Branch (FDB) is alerting residents to a recall issued by Prophet Premium Blends of its Diamond Shruumz brand infused cones, chocolate bars and gummies products because of potentially toxic levels of Muscimol. These products were sold direct-to-consumer online by Prophet Premium Blends, including to Hawaiʻi, and were available for purchase at local smoke/vape shops. A list of stores that received the recalled products can be found at this link.
August 2, 2024 · 3:35 PM HST
Central East Maui Majors play in Little League West Region Tournament
The Central East Maui Little League majors have made it to the West Region Tournament in San Bernardino, California, taking place Aug. 3-6 in San Bernardino, California. The boys will play in Game 1 against Land Park Pacific Little League of Northern California at 12 p.m. HST (3 p.m. PT) on Sunday, Aug. 4, 2024 at Al Houghton Stadium.
August 2, 2024 · 2:01 PM HST
MIL Football Division II Preview: Upcountry rivalry revs up
The natural rivalry between King Kekaulike High School and Kamehameha Schools Maui on the gridiron has grown over the last three decades, but it has risen to new, unprecedented heights the last three years. “It’s built up for years now and I’ve seen this program grow from when I was small, but I think this year it is heavier than it’s ever been because we go back and forth with some of those guys,” said ‘A‘ali‘i Valle of King Kekaulike. “We’ve seen some of them at a couple clinics and we’re just, like, ‘No, we’re going to beat you guys this year.’ It’s our turn.”
August 2, 2024 · 1:00 PM HST
Maui High School invites community to celebrate new STEM building dedication, Aug. 16
Maui High School is naming its new state-of-the-art building as the Harrison and Helen Miyahira STEM Center in recognition of the couple’s contributions to the school and community. The dedication ceremony will take place on Friday, Aug. 16, at 11:30 a.m. on the school campus at 660 Lono Ave. in Kahului.
August 2, 2024 · 12:31 PM HST
“My Hawaiʻi” Felix Cavaliere featuring Dolly Parton re-record 1968 No. 1 hit song to benefit Maui fire survivors
Through the generosity of longtime music industry veterans and global music icon, philanthropist Dolly Parton, Cavaliere is releasing “My Hawaiʻi,” with 100% of proceeds going to Maui United Way – Maui Fire Disaster Relief Fund that provides direct financial assistance to community members who experienced loss and devastation from the fires in Lahaina and Kula.
August 2, 2024 · 11:46 AM HST
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Paris 2024 surfing: Kaua‘i’s Weston-Webb advances to semi-finals
Weston-Webb dominated her quarter heat against Spain’s Nadia Erostarbe.
August 2, 2024 · 11:17 AM HST
Check your immunization ABCs and get a head start in health at Walmart Wellnes Day
You’ll be able to receive free glucose, cholesterol, body mass index and blood pressure screenings Saturday during the event at the Līhuʻe store on Kaua‘i. You can also get affordable immunizations including COVID-19; flu; human papillomavirus (HPV); pneumonia; tetanus; measles, mumps and rubella (MMR); varicella (chicken pox/shingles), whooping cough (TDAP); hepatitis A and B; and others.
August 2, 2024 · 8:00 AM HST
Coastal flooding throughout the islands anticipated with high tide cycle
According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, the best chance for coastal impacts will occur in the afternoon hours around the peak daily high tide cycle through Sunday in the typical vulnerable low-lying coastal areas.
August 2, 2024 · 7:40 AM HST
Kauai Weather Forecast for August 02, 2024
Light to moderate trades will persist through Saturday, with light showers favoring windward areas at night and interior and leeward areas in the afternoon…
August 2, 2024 · 7:30 AM HST
Kauai Surf Forecast for August 02, 2024
Surf along south-facing shores will trend up today as a fresh south- southwest swell fills in. The surf should peak below the advisory level later today through…
August 2, 2024 · 7:00 AM HST
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