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BusinessBusiness Monday: OluKai opens new retail location at Queens’ Marketplace
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Ocean View man facing animal cruelty charges after his dog was found dead in the street
According to police, information reported to dispatch indicated that a man was in the area attempting to break up dogs that were fighting. However, another caller reported seeing a male party abusing his dogs.August 26, 2024 · 10:32 AM HST
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AstronomyMauna Kea telescope seeks mystery couple after stellar summit proposal at sunset
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Update: All weather advisories canceled for Hawai‘i Island following Hone
No further flights leaving tonight from Hilo International Airport
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Hone Saturday update #4: Tropical storm has become a hurricane and is passing South Point
Big Island lane closures: Aug. 24-30
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Tropical Storm Hone will be at Big Island’s doorstep tonight; you only have till…
Hawaiian Electric no longer considering power shutoff with red flag warning canceled
Update: Both lanes on Waikōloa Road reopen following brush fire
National Weather Service upgrades tropical storm watch to warning, as Hone is expected to…
Red flag warning to begin Saturday morning throughout the state
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August 26, 2024 · 10:32 AM
Ocean View man facing animal cruelty charges after his dog was found dead in the street
According to police, information reported to dispatch indicated that a man was in the area attempting to break up dogs that were fighting. However, another caller reported seeing a male party abusing his dogs.
August 26, 2024 · 3:00 AM
Business Monday: OluKai opens new retail location at Queens’ Marketplace
This is the company’s seventh brick-and-mortar location in the state, and first on Hawaiʻi Island.
August 26, 2024 · 1:00 AM
Nonprofit helps handful of houseless Hilo residents find shelter during Hurricane Hone
As much as 18 inches of rain fell in some areas of East Hawai‘i, flooding roads in the Ka‘ū District and the Bayfront area in Hilo.
August 25, 2024 · 7:24 AM
Hone Sunday update #3: Hurricane weakens to tropical storm as it moves away from Hawaiian Islands
Hone is now well past the Big Island leaving trailing rain bands in its wake.
August 25, 2024 · 3:00 AM
Celebrate Big Island’s National Wildlife Reserve along Mauna Kea slopes during Walk for the Wild
The 5K walk, scheduled for Oct. 5, will take participants through the native flora and fauna along the slopes of Mauna Kea with a dozen stations situated along the limited-access Pua Akala loop.
August 25, 2024 · 1:00 AM
Mauna Kea telescope seeks mystery couple after stellar summit proposal at sunset
The sunset summit proposal was recorded by the unmanned observatory’s front door camera at about 6:30 p.m. Aug. 13. The whole engagement event took about a minute or so, and Laychek said at the end of the time lapse, the future groom stood up, the couple hugged and then kissed.
August 25, 2024 · 12:25 AM
Update: All weather advisories canceled for Hawai‘i Island following Hone
Hurricane Hone brought rain and wind to Hawai‘i Island resulting in flooding in several areas over the weekend.
August 24, 2024 · 8:11 PM
Closures update: Bayfront Highway in Hilo and portion of Highway 11 remain closed following Hone
Hilo International Airport has also returned to normal operations after canceling flights over the weekend.
August 24, 2024 · 7:26 PM
More than ‘just another raining day’ on the Big Island: Hone starts to make an impact
“On its current track, Hone will brush past the southern slopes of the Big Island tonight into Sunday morning, bringing the potential for heavy rainfall, damaging winds and large surf. Expect strong and gusty easterly winds and periods of heavy showers to continue Sunday into Monday as Hone passes south of the smaller islands.” — National Weather Service Hawai‘i Area Synopis from 12:08 p.m. today
August 24, 2024 · 7:02 PM
No further flights leaving tonight from Hilo International Airport
Do not come to the airport unless you have a confirmed flight.
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Support for Maui abounded during competition nights at the Merrie Monarch Hula Festival
April 9, 2024 · 2:48 PM HST
Kaua‘i fills Līhu‘e Airport to welcome hālau hula home from Merrie Monarch Festival
April 9, 2024 · 3:00 AM HST
O‘ahu hālau captures overall win in 61st annual Merrie Monarch Hula Festival
April 7, 2024 · 12:49 AM HST
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August 22, 2024 · 1:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Aug. 22-28: The regular stuff, you know, art, surfing and food; but also drag cars, Pokémon Day and sharing hapé, too
Living in the middle of the Pacific Ocean is definitely not boring. Check out our top 10 things to do on the Big Island for Aug. 22-28 now!
August 18, 2024 · 3:00 AM
‘Idol Across America’ is coming to Hawai’i; will it find the next Iam Tongi?
If you think you have the singing chops to follow in the footsteps of 2023 “American Idol” winner Iam Tongi, register now to for the “Idol Across America online Hawai‘i auditions this Monday.
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
Sure. The 2024 Hawai‘i primary election is this Saturday. But that doesn’t mean the Big Island is taking a break from keeping you entertained, active and engaged.
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.
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Big Island Polls
Big Island Now poll results: Services just as important to consider when looking at building a new Kona hospital
August 4, 2024 · 3:00 AM HST
Big Island Now poll no. 56: What is most important when considering a new hospital?
July 1, 2024 · 3:00 AM HST
Poll results: It takes more than just one trait to be a responsible developer
June 30, 2024 · 3:00 AM HST
Hawai’i Volcano Blog
Volcano Watch: Volcanic tremor or distant earthquake? Distinguishing seismic signals
August 23, 2024 · 1:00 AM HST
Portion of Chain of Craters Road closed again as cracks widen with continued seismic activity under Kīlauea volcano
August 22, 2024 · 5:36 PM HST
Seismicity still spiked in Kīlauea’s upper East Rift, but slightly lower than previous day
August 21, 2024 · 12:36 PM HST
Ocean Blog
More than ‘just another raining day’ on the Big Island: Hone starts to make an impact
August 24, 2024 · 7:26 PM HST
Nothing sweet or soft about Tropical Storm Hone as it continues trek toward Hawai‘i
August 23, 2024 · 12:56 PM HST
Strong Tropical Storm Hone still on track to come near or just south of Big Island
August 23, 2024 · 8:26 AM HST
Tropical storm watch issued for Big Island ahead of Hone’s approach
August 22, 2024 · 6:58 PM HST
Maui Now
Milestone reached with debris removal underway on last single- and multi-unit residential properties in Lahaina
The US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), in partnership with federal, state, and local partners, announced that debris removal on the last single- and multi-unit residential properties in Lahaina is underway. This milestone marks a significant achievement in the Personal Property Debris Removal Program, as all residential properties will be cleared months ahead of the original January 2025 deadline—a testament to the dedication and efficiency of the teams involved.
17th Annual Kū Mai Ka Hula competition at the MACC, Sept. 14
Kū Mai Ka Hula (“Hula Appears”) returns to the Castle Theater for its 17th annual event Sept. 14 at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center (MACC) as Maui’s premier annual competition – and Maui’s only adult hula competition. A related presentation and discussion, The Uluwehi Project, will take place Thursday, Sept. 12 at 7:30 p.m. in the MACC’s McCoy Studio Theater. Tickets for both events are on sale now online only at MauiArts.org.
Watershed Fundraising Farm Dinner at Mākena Golf & Beach Club, Sept. 7
Mākena Golf & Beach Club will host Ulu Mai he Wai, a fundraising dinner event honoring local organizations, Kula Community Watershed Alliance, Uhiwai O Haleakalā, and Mauna Kahālāwai Watershed Partnership, for their work towards supporting Mauiʻs watersheds. All proceeds from the event will benefit the honorees. The event will be held on Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, from 5:30–8:30 p.m. at Mākena Golf & Beach Club’s Nāulu Farm.
Webinar for Lahaina homeowners impacted by 2023 wildfire to be held Aug. 29
Lahaina homeowners impacted by the August 2023 wildfire are encouraged to attend the County of Maui Office of Recovery’s Homeowners Webinar on Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024, at 5:30 p.m.
Power outage update: Hawaiian Electric working to restore power to 1,902 on Big Island, 64 in Upcountry Maui, and 62 on Oʻahu
Hawaiian Electric crews continue work to restore power to the remaining customers impacted by Tropical Storm Hone. As of 10:30 a.m., 1,902 remained without power on the Big Island, 92 were without power in Upcountry Maui, and 62 customers were without power on Oʻahu.
Kaua‘i Now
Update: County, Coast Guard search for missing Līhu‘e man Gary Gushiken continues
The Kaua‘i Police Department has identified the missing person as 50-year-old Gary Gushiken.
Kauai Weather Forecast for August 26, 2024
Tropical Storm Hone continues to move westward away from the Hawaiian Islands. High pressure far north of the state will bring a typical breezy trade wind…
Kauai Surf Forecast for August 26, 2024
Surf along east facing shores will remain rough today, then quickly ease Tuesday through midweek. An upward trend is possible through the week, as a…
Mauna Kea telescope seeks mystery couple after summit proposal at sunset
The sunset summit proposal was recorded by the unmanned observatory’s front door camera at about 6:30 p.m. Aug. 13. The whole engagement event took about a minute or so, and Laychek said at the end of the time lapse, the future groom stood up, the couple hugged and then kissed.
County of Kaua‘i Housing Agency’s Section 8 Division to shorten office hours on Sept. 4
Normal operation and hours will resume from 12:45 p.m. to 4 p.m., that day.
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