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August 16, 2024 · 10:55 AM

Racing underway as master and elite teams face off first in IVF World Sprints Championships

The powerhouses of paddling took to the waters of Hilo Bay a little later than planned Friday morning, officially launching 8 days of outrigger canoe racing on the Big Island.
August 16, 2024 · 7:21 AM

High tides this weekend could bring minor coastal flooding throughout the state

According to the National Weather Service, the upcoming high tides are a combination of the full moon and water levels running around 0.5 feet higher than predicted.
August 16, 2024 · 3:00 AM

Council OKs 3 proposed county charter amendments for November general election ballot

Not only will voters have another chance in just fewer than 3 months to have their voices heard about who they think are the best people to lead them during the next few years at the local, state and federal government levels, they’ll also have a say on some proposed changes to the document that outlines how government actually works on the Big Island.
August 16, 2024 · 1:00 AM

Volcano Watch: A‘o pū mākou: We learn together with PIPES

The Pacific Internship Programs for Exploring Science (PIPES) is celebrating its 30th anniversary of growing the next generation of aloha ʻāina leaders in Hawai‘i and the Pacific through transformative place-based internships, mentorship, innovative programming, and strategic partnerships.
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Captain Cook restaurant allowed to reopen – after health department found roaches, more

The Food Safety Branch issued a red placard to L&L Drive Inn on Aug. 2.
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Update: Brush fire in Ka‘ū remains contained; no livestock or pastureland lost

According to Hawai‘i Fire officials, relative humidity increased as of first light but there was no active burning.
August 15, 2024 · 1:18 PM

Kona teen facing child pornography charges indicted

According to the indictment, Roberts possessed more than 30 images of child pornography.
August 15, 2024 · 5:00 AM

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Aug. 15-21: ‘Pet Sounds’ Live, Pele and Hi‘iaka, Puna Bonsai ‘Ohana, Mauka Makai Drag Show, Tanabata Block Party 2024 and more

It might be an eclectic bunch of events and activities happening around the island during the next week, but we’re sure there’s still something that will pique everyone’s interest.
August 15, 2024 · 3:00 AM

Disney Animation’s ‘Moana 2’ unveils trailer at D23 fan event

A new trailer and poster were unveiled for Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Moana 2,” opening in theaters on Nov. 27, 2024. The reveal came at the recent D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event.
August 15, 2024 · 1:00 AM

Hawai‘i Island police investigate fake email inviting houseless individuals to mayor’s home

The email was sent to Habitat for Humanity Hawai‘i Island’s general email inbox.

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Support for Maui abounded during competition nights at the Merrie Monarch Hula Festival

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Kaua‘i fills Līhu‘e Airport to welcome hālau hula home from Merrie Monarch Festival

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O‘ahu hālau captures overall win in 61st annual Merrie Monarch Hula Festival

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August 8, 2024 · 3:00 AM

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Aug. 8-14: Getting out the youth vote, telling stories from where they live, eating invasive plants, welcoming canoe racers and more

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August 6, 2024 · 5:00 AM

‘Hawaiian Home Boy’ Kahalehau claims Most Promising Artist of the Year title

Longtime musician and on-air Maui radio personality of KPOA 93.5 FM was honored Aug. 3 with the award during the 47th annual Nā Hōkū Hanohano Awards at the Hawai‘i Convention Center in Honolulu.
August 1, 2024 · 1:00 AM

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 · 1:00 AM

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 19, 2024 · 1:00 AM

Be part of ‘The Tale to End Cancer’: Attend the 32nd annual Relay For Life of the Big Island

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Hawai‘i Business 

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Hawai’i Volcano Blog 

Volcano Watch: A‘o pū mākou: We learn together with PIPES

August 16, 2024 · 1:00 AM HST
Maunaulu parking area open at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park

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Kīlauea alert status raised to advisory

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Ocean Blog 

Racing underway as master and elite teams face off first in IVF World Sprints Championships

August 16, 2024 · 10:55 AM HST
Pae ‘Āina Statewide Sail to stop at 31 ports, reach 34 communities throughout islands

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‘Ambassadors of our oceans’: Rare off-season humpback sighting not just exciting, but provides opportunity to learn more

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Hōkūleʻa, Hikianalia depart on new training voyage toward North Pacific Gyre

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Maui Now 

‘Man of La Mancha’ opens at Castle Theater with Amy Hānaialiʻi and Richard Cray

Hawai’i’s top-selling female vocalist of all time, Amy Hānaialiʻi, returns to her roots in musical theatre to perform with professional actor Richard Cray in MAPA’s production of the iconic musical “Man of La Mancha,” opening Friday, Aug. 16. With a cast of 20 and a 16-piece live orchestra, Man of La Mancha runs Aug. 16-25 at Maui Arts & Cultural Center’s Castle Theater.

Central East Maui wins 5-0 vs. Great Lakes in Little League World Series; advance to Game 22 on Monday against Mountain

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Hawaiʻi United Okinawa Association donates $672,000 to Maui Strong Fund

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Dr. Aaron J. Salā appointed President & CEO of the Hawaiʻi Visitors & Convention Bureau

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Kaua‘i Now 

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Kaua‘i County, Laoag City celebrate Sister City ties

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Hawai‘i telescopes used in study of hypervelocity star, found speeding across the Milky Way

A rare star in the galaxy is racing across the sky at an impressive ~1.3 million mph. With its speed and unusual trajectory, this L subdwarf could be fast enough to potentially escape the Milky Way. Located just 400 light-years away, It’s the first hypervelocity very low mass star discovered, and it’s also the nearest known hypervelocity star to Earth.

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