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IronmanSeveral county services to be impacted because of Ironman World Championship
France’s Sam Laidlow looking to defend Ironman World Championship with first win in Kona
Saturday marks the return to Kona for the men’s championship race, which last year was held in Nice, France, due to the new alternating sites format for men and women.October 25, 2024 · 8:36 AM HST
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Triathletes provided information about how to train on Kona roads before Ironman race
Big Island News
October 25, 2024 · 8:00 AM
Temp jobs available during 2025 session of state House of Representatives
Available jobs at the Capitol in Honolulu include legislative aide, committee clerk, program budget analyst, data-entry clerk, receptionist, service aide, support staff for remote hearings and legislative attorney.
October 25, 2024 · 5:00 AM
France’s Sam Laidlow looking to defend Ironman World Championship with first win in Kona
Saturday marks the return to Kona for the men’s championship race, which last year was held in Nice, France, due to the new alternating sites format for men and women.
October 25, 2024 · 3:00 AM
Several county services to be impacted because of Ironman World Championship
The changes aim to ensure the safety and smooth flow of the event while accommodating local community needs.
October 25, 2024 · 1:00 AM
Volcano Watch: East Rift Zone of Kīlauea was busy place in the 1960s
While there were several summit eruptions at Kīlauea during the decade, including one that lasted more than 8 months, eruptions along the East Rift Zone — mainly in the upper and middle portions — were much more frequent.
October 24, 2024 · 11:17 PM
New affordable housing units provide more options for Kona families
Kauhale I Ke Kula Uka offers 99 affordable housing units for families earning up to 60% of area median income.
October 24, 2024 · 10:23 AM
Have you seen this 17-year-old runaway? She hasn’t been seen for more than a month
Momi Leonard last seen at about 10 p.m. Sept. 14. on Waiānuenue Avenue in Hilo.
October 24, 2024 · 10:12 AM
Can you identify these men caught on video surveillance during Hilo burglary?
The burglary happened between 9 p.m. and 3:30 a.m. Sept. 14 at a business in the 100 block of Kalanianaʻole Street.
October 24, 2024 · 8:14 AM
High surf advisory in effect through Saturday for east-facing shores
Large, breaking waves of 7 to 10 feet are forecast in the advisory areas, increasing to 8 to 12 feet Friday.
October 24, 2024 · 5:00 AM
16 Big Island triathletes competing on home sea and turf in Ironman World Championship
The 16 men from Hawai‘i Island who will take to the 140.6-mile course on Saturday will push their minds and bodies to the limit alongside 2,400 triathletes from around the world.
October 24, 2024 · 3:00 AM
Become a ‘digital detective’ to help state ID where internet upgrades are crucial
The new Connect Kākou initiative is aimed at mapping internet speeds throughout the state, ensuring federal funding is allocated to where it is needed most.
Ironman
France’s Sam Laidlow looking to defend Ironman World Championship with first win in Kona
October 25, 2024 · 5:00 AM HST
Several county services to be impacted because of Ironman World Championship
October 25, 2024 · 3:00 AM HST
16 Big Island triathletes competing on home sea and turf in Ironman World Championship
October 24, 2024 · 5:00 AM HST
UPCOMING FEATURED EVENTS:
Sun, Oct 27, 2024 · 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
KTA Puainako’s 12th Annual Haunted House
Mon, Oct 28, 2024 · 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Hawaiian Islands Fiber Link Community Informational Meeting
Every Monday · 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Weekly Hula
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October 24, 2024 · 1:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on the Big Island for Oct. 24-30: Don’t want to deal with Ironman crowds? Looking for something other than Halloween fun? We’ve got you covered
There are plenty of other events and activities happening around the Big Island that can keep you and the family busy. Check out out top 10 things to do on the Big Island now!
October 21, 2024 · 3:00 AM
Hawaiʻi’s heritage, conservation efforts celebrated at annual ʻIkuwā Festival in Hilo
Participants engaged in learning about the crucial efforts to safeguard endangered species, with presentations on conservation efforts and the role of birds in maintaining the balance of Hawaiʻi’s delicate ecosystem.
October 18, 2024 · 10:00 AM
Hawai‘i International Film Festival award-winning Pasifika voices honored
Pacific Islanders in Communications celebrates these indigenous and native storytellers, encourages fans to continue attending filmscreenings on neighbor islands and voting for favorites.
October 17, 2024 · 3:00 AM
‘Rocky Horror’ returning to Hawai‘i Island’s Aloha Theatre just in time for Halloween
The iconic show follows sweethearts Brad and Janet as they discover the eerie mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter.
October 17, 2024 · 1:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Oct. 17-23: Imu workshops, youth kickboxing, free pet microchipping, ‘Super Smash Bros Utlimate,’ a fall fest and more
The middle of October brings with it a variety of events and activities around the Big Island.
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Hawai’i Volcano Blog
Volcano Watch: East Rift Zone of Kīlauea was busy place in the 1960s
October 25, 2024 · 1:00 AM HST
Volcano Watch: Potential long-term outcomes of recent intrusions in Kīlauea East Rift Zone
October 18, 2024 · 1:00 AM HST
Volcano Watch: The 2024 Great Hawai‘i ShakeOut
October 12, 2024 · 3:00 AM HST
Ocean Blog
High surf advisory in effect through Saturday for east-facing shores
October 24, 2024 · 8:14 AM HST
October supermoon reinforces royal effect on coastal waters, ushering in minor King Tides
October 17, 2024 · 12:15 PM HST
Update: State health department cancels high bacteria count notification for Richardson Ocean Park
October 15, 2024 · 5:07 PM HST
New UH research shows invasive seaweeds thrive in nearshore waters with high salt level, outcompeting native species
October 15, 2024 · 5:00 AM HST
Maui Now
Hula O Na Keiki competition returns to Maui, Nov. 8-9
Outrigger Kā‘anapali Beach Resort hosts the return of the Hula O Nā Keiki children’s hula competition on Nov. 8 and 9, 2024. Organizers say this event marks an important milestone in Maui’s recovery, serving as a symbol of resilience, hope, and the enduring spirit of the island.
County Volunteer Center to offer workshop on social media marketing to recruit holiday volunteers
The workshop, “Social Media Marketing Strategy for Recruiting Volunteers for the Holidays,” will be held via Zoom from 9 to 11 a.m. on Nov. 6, 2024.
Law & Justice Academy on Hawaiʻi Island modeled after inaugural program held on Maui in 2022
While many teenagers spent their fall break relaxing, 20 high school students from Keaʻau, Waiākea, Kamehameha Schools-Hawaiʻi, Hilo, and Ke Kula ʻo Nāwahīokalaniʻōpuʻu Iki chose to immerse themselves in learning about civics and the legal system. These students were selected to participate in the first Hilo Law & Justice Academy at Hale Kaulike (Hilo courthouse), an intensive three-day program that culminated in a mock trial exercise.
FEMA considers placing manufactured temporary housing units on privately owned vacant lots
To further expand housing options in West Maui for wildfire survivors, FEMA is working with Maui County and Lahaina property owners to place Alternative Transportable Temporary Housing Units on secondary private properties. These properties will house individuals and families who were displaced by the August 2023 wildfires. The property must allow for the placement of two or more temporary units. Properties must be within the West Maui area.
Hawaiian Airlines commemorates 40 years of connecting Honolulu and Pago Pago in American Samoa
Hawaiian Airlines commemorated 40 years of service connecting Honolulu and Pago Pago in America Samoa on Thursday. Hawaiian Airlines inaugurated flights to Pago Pago International Airport in American Samoa on Oct. 24, 1984, with DC-8 aircraft, starting its long relationship with the US territory.
Kaua‘i Now
Kauai Weather Forecast for October 25, 2024
Light to locally moderate trade winds will continue through tonight, supporting mainly modest windward showers and spotty afternoon showers over leeward and…
Kauai Surf Forecast for October 25, 2024
A High Surf Advisory (HSA) remains in effect through Saturday for the current moderate-to-large medium period NNE (010-030) swell. Another pulse out of the NNE…
Hawaiʻi Health Systems Kauaʻi Region hosts first Kauaʻi Healthy Living Fall Festival
From mental health and financial resources to specialty care and everything in between, you’ll discover during Saturday’s event at Kauaʻi Veterans Memorial Hospital in Waimea all the tools you need to lead a happy, healthier life.
Kauaʻi County Council passes resolutions following public beach access complaints
“The landowner has basically taken over the state beach, put up his or her beach amenities, hired security to kick our local people off the beach, and they even had the audacity to put up a road closed sign on a post,” said Kauaʻi County Council Chair Mel Rapozo.
State stops work on wastewater project in Wainiha after human burials uncovered
The Health Department’s order comes after persistent advocacy from the local community, cultural descendants and the Office of Hawaiian Affairs to protect iwi kūpuna (ancestral remains) and ensure the integrity of cultural and environmental resources in the area.
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