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Big Island News 

September 30, 2024 · 12:00 PM

Public events for University of Hawai‘i president finalist start today, online survey live

Julian Vasquez Heilig will attend open houses and public forums on Kaua‘i, Hawai‘i Island and elsewhere this week.
September 30, 2024 · 11:40 AM

Hawai‘i Island police renew request for help in finding Kona man

The man was reported missing by his family on the mainland.
September 30, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Keauhou Community Day focused on ‘āina, culture, community at Keauhou Bay and Keauhou Shopping Center

Created in 2023 by former Miss Kona Coffee Shyla Victor, this year’s event reflected a commitment to stewarding ʻāina.
September 30, 2024 · 9:31 AM

Hawai‘i Island police seek runaway teenager last seen in Honoka‘a

MiKayla P. Nobriga was last seen on Sept. 23 at around 8 a.m.
September 30, 2024 · 7:55 AM

Kealakekua man charged after police find 6 pounds of marijuana, cocaine, other drugs at single-vehicle crash site

The driver of the vehicle, 29-year-old Omar Avina-Becerra, was arrested at the scene.
September 30, 2024 · 7:29 AM

Police launch negligent homicide investigation after motorcyclist killed in Hilo collision

The motorcyclist has not been positively identified and an autopsy has been scheduled.
September 30, 2024 · 5:00 AM

Over 100 caregivers learn tools at resource fair in South Kona to help aging loved ones

The second annual Empowering Family Caregiver Resource Fair hosted by Kona Community Hospital was held on Saturday at Yano Hall. Health care professionals did presentations on a wide range of caregiving topics, from recognizing dementia-related behaviors to understanding the importance of advance health care directives, wills and trusts, according to a press release from the Kona hospital.
September 30, 2024 · 3:00 AM

Business Monday: Big Island real estate company purchases Lili‘uokalani Trust industrial property in Kona

According to a joint press release from the Trust and Ula Kapa Moe, the new owners don’t plan to redevelop the property.
September 30, 2024 · 1:00 AM

3 Hawaiian monk seal pups admitted to marine mammal hospital in Kona

The three seals, DT12, a female pup and oldest of the group, DT48, a female pup, and DT46, a male pup, all likely weaned early at a small size, according to a press release from the National Oceanic Atmospheric Administration.
September 29, 2024 · 10:00 AM

Hawai‘i monthly outdoor warning siren system testing scheduled

There will be no exercise or drill accompanying the test.

Merrie Monarch 

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
UPCOMING FEATURED EVENTS:
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Lei Making

Sun, Oct 13, 2024 · 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm

27th Annual Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Festival – Kona Style

Wed, Oct 16, 2024 · 6:00 pm – 11:30 pm

Mike Love Live at the Crown Room

Local Entertainment 

September 29, 2024 · 1:00 AM

Once a critically threatened cultural practice, Hawaiian hula puppetry making a comeback

While hula is emblematic of Hawai‘i, it is far less known that puppetry is a tradition within the world-famous form of dance.
September 26, 2024 · 1:00 AM

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Sept. 26-Oct. 2: Everything from a musical about cruel murderous teens to the World’s Largest Pet Walk and more

There’s a normal, shall we say, je ne sais quoi to the mix of events and activites happening around this rock we call home on a regular basis. Today’s top 10 things to do on the Big Island, however, has a kind of special flare. Check it out now!
September 19, 2024 · 1:00 AM

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Sept. 19-25: Punk rock, civic engagement, a reggae icon, orchids, Peace Day

An interesting mix of events, concerts and other activities is featured on the Big Island during the next 7 days. Check them out today!
September 16, 2024 · 10:26 AM

One-way traffic flow Saturday in Honoka‘a for Peace Day Festival

The Peace Day Festival in in downtown Honoka‘a is in observance of the United Nations International Day of Peace, or World Peace Day.
September 14, 2024 · 7:45 PM

Rekindle your curiosity: Take part in International Observe the Moon Night

The annual event encourages moon enthusiasts and curious people around the globe to come together and learn about lunar science and exploration, take part in celestial observations and honor cultural and personal connections to Earth’s constant companion.

Big Island Polls 

Big Island Now poll results: Mixed feelings felt about Hawaiian Electric’s Public Safety Power Shutoff program

September 1, 2024 · 5:49 PM HST
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
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July 1, 2024 · 3:00 AM HST

Hawai‘i Business 

Business Monday: Big Island real estate company purchases Lili‘uokalani Trust industrial property in Kona
Big Island hotels follow state trend with lower occupancy, less revenue per available rooms in August
Business Monday: Banking institution leads volunteer effort statewide for National Cleanup Day
UHERO report: Hawaiʻi’s economy holding steady, but labor force growth a concern

Hawai’i Volcano Blog 

Volcano Watch: Understanding magma storage and migration in Kīlauea’s active East Rift Zone

September 27, 2024 · 1:00 AM HST
Kīlauea alert level lowered with end of middle East Rift Zone eruption

September 23, 2024 · 9:11 AM HST
Fourth phase of Kīlauea middle East Rift Zone eruption no longer active

September 20, 2024 · 1:25 PM HST

Ocean Blog 

3 Hawaiian monk seal pups admitted to marine mammal hospital in Kona

September 30, 2024 · 1:00 AM HST
Indigenous leaders join former Secretary of State John Kerry in push to protect Pacific Remote Islands

September 27, 2024 · 3:00 AM HST
For bird’s sake: Help protect young seabirds as they take their first flight

September 25, 2024 · 3:00 AM HST
Take the dive and get connected to the deep ocean during ‘Pilina Kai Lipo’ in Hilo

September 11, 2024 · 8:30 AM HST

Maui Now 

Rope system used to rescue Maui man from cliff in Nāhiku

A 23-year-old Maui man was rescued after becoming stranded at the bottom of a 25-30 foot cliff in Nāhiku on Saturday night. The mountain rescue incident was reported at 7:34 p.m. on Sept. 28, along the Hāna Highway in East Maui.

Maui County Bar Association announces Arthur T. Ueoka Scholarship Program

The Maui County Bar Association announced the availability of the Arthur T. Ueoka Scholarship, offering five $1,000 scholarships to current and prospective law students with significant ties to Maui County. This scholarship honors the legacy of Arthur T. Ueoka, a respected former judge and prosecutor, who dedicated his life to justice and the legal profession.

Balai Pata a Filipino restaurant Chef Joey Macadangdang celebrates one year anniversary in Kahului, Maui

Balai Pata, a Filipino restaurant by Maui Chef Joey Macadangdang celebrates its one year anniversary. Located just minutes from the airport in Central Maui, the restaurant pays tribute to the humble beginnings that most Filipino immigrant families experience.

Green will seek $45M in additional welfare relief for Hawaiʻi families

The changes mean that an extra 13,000 to 14,000 households will be eligible for an average of $3,200 a year in SNAP benefits, commonly known as food stamps.

Music legend Kris Kristofferson dies at 88 at home on Maui

Music legend Kris Kristofferson who is remembered as an artist, singer, songwriter, actor and activist, passed away peacefully surrounded by family in his home on Maui, Saturday, Sept. 28. He was 88 years old.

Kaua‘i Now 

Public events for University of Hawai‘i president finalist start today, online survey live

Julian Vasquez Heilig will attend open houses and public forums on Kaua‘i, Hawai‘i Island and elsewhere this week.

Hawai‘i monthly outdoor warning siren system testing scheduled

There will be no exercise or drill accompanying the test.

Kalalau Trail reopening Oct. 1 following norovirus outbreak among hikers

While it is not possible to ensure complete eradication of norovirus, substantial preventive measures have been taken.

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Kauai Surf Forecast for September 30, 2024

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