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NewsScheduled lane closure may cause delays Saturday morning in Hōlualoa
NewsUpdate: High surf advisory now includes north-facing shores of Big Island
Kona resident’s photo of marine creature wins national contest out of 29,000 entries
The National Wildlife Federation photo contest judged images from 3,200 photographers.December 20, 2024 · 8:50 AM HST
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East Hawaii NewsHale Nani escapee captured, 2 others still on the lam
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Big Island News
December 20, 2024 · 8:00 AM
Scheduled lane closure may cause delays Saturday morning in Hōlualoa
Motorists should plan ahead as a Hawaiian Electric crew will replace a utility pole from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Māmalahoa Highway, north of the Hawai‘i Island Humane Society.
December 20, 2024 · 5:42 AM
Update: High surf advisory now includes north-facing shores of Big Island
The National Weather Service forecast office in Honolulu also extended the advisory until 6 p.m. Saturday as a series of large swells will continue to move through Hawaiian waters during the weekend and into early next week.
December 20, 2024 · 5:00 AM
Volcano Watch: U.S. Geological Survey’s review process — checking and verifying our information
After the review process, the information is ready to be shared and can support decision-making, raise community awareness and increase knowledge and understanding of our volcanic environment.
December 20, 2024 · 3:00 AM
New housing unit is a start but not a solution for chronic overcrowding at Hawaiʻi County’s primary correctional facility
The 46-year-old Hawaiʻi Community Correctional Center, known as HCCC, is the most overcrowded correctional facility in the state and likely will remain so despite the additional 1,940 square feet of housing from the Kaumana Housing Unit project.
December 20, 2024 · 1:00 AM
Kona resident’s photo of marine creature wins national contest out of 29,000 entries
The National Wildlife Federation photo contest judged images from 3,200 photographers.
December 19, 2024 · 11:28 PM
Earthquake shakes east Maui
The magnitude-3.7 temblor rattled the Valley Isle at 8:44 p.m. Thursday, striking 1.2 miles east of Hana at a depth of 6.2 miles below sea level. It was felt in Hāwī, Kapaʻau, Waimea and Honomū on the Big Island.
December 19, 2024 · 6:00 PM
Hale Nani escapee captured, 2 others still on the lam
Inmates 31-year-old Clyde Takeshi Talosaga Loa Jr. and 41-year-old Kawai James Pomroy remain at large. The three escaped Dec. 13 in a car owned by one of the facility’s employees.
December 19, 2024 · 10:00 AM
Police arrest 18 motorists for DUI during week of Dec. 9-15 on Big Island roadways
Police have made a total of 923 DUI arrests so far this year, a 2.33% increase from the 902 made by this time in 2023.
December 19, 2024 · 6:00 AM
Road paving will close portions of Makaʻala Street in Hilo today and tomorrow
Drivers are advised to pay attention and drive carefully as a road paving project will close portions of Makaʻala Street in Hilo today and tomorrow.
December 19, 2024 · 5:00 AM
Community invited to sing along during Hilo’s annual ‘Messiah’ event
As the first Hilo SingAlong Messiah without Tom McAlexander, the event will begin with a short celebration of his life and his 25-year devotion to the Hilo choral community.
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Ironman
Kona’s Kaiden Lieto following in dad’s footsteps, seeking Ironman world title despite brain surgery
November 17, 2024 · 1:00 AM HST
How did the local Ironman athletes fare at the Ironman World Championship in Kona?
October 26, 2024 · 10:09 PM HST
Kaiden Lieto finishes first Ironman World Championship in under 10 hours
October 26, 2024 · 10:06 AM HST
UPCOMING FEATURED EVENTS:
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Winter Solstice Sacred Ceremony
Sat, Dec 21, 2024 · 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
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Every Monday · 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
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December 10, 2024 · 7:00 AM
Orchid Isle Orchestra to perform holiday concert ‘Earth, Snow and Fire’ in Hilo
The orchestra will feature 34 musicians, including high school and college students, community members, professionals and some playing in their first concert.
December 9, 2024 · 9:46 PM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Dec. 9-13: ‘The Nutcracker,’ photos with Santa, Christmas chocolates and cocktails, candlelight memorial and more
There are several upcoming festive events scheduled this week at island venues in celebration of the Yuletide season. Check out our top 10 things to do now!
December 8, 2024 · 8:23 AM
West Hawai‘i County Band, other Kona groups offering sounds of season
Looking for some music to get into the holiday mood? These choral and instrumental ensembles have upcoming concerts, including two today, that are sure to make your season more merry.
December 8, 2024 · 3:02 AM
Holiday — and service — spirit on full display in Hilo
Winners of 2024 Downtown Hilo Christmas Lights Parade awards announced; grand marshal Dr. Lori Inouye-Yamashita recognized for her outstanding contributions and dedication to the community.
December 8, 2024 · 1:00 AM
Experience the ‘Magic of the Season’
Hawai‘i County invites the public to the cherished weeklong annual holiday open house tradition that will feature festivities such as live hula and music, food trucks, goodies and snacks, decorations and more.
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Big Island Polls
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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
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Hawai’i Volcano Blog
Volcano Watch: U.S. Geological Survey’s review process — checking and verifying our information
December 20, 2024 · 5:00 AM HST
Earthquake shakes east Maui
December 19, 2024 · 11:28 PM HST
Store, park services will remain accessible despite Kīlauea Visitor Center closure early next year
December 17, 2024 · 1:00 AM HST
Ocean Blog
Update: High surf advisory now includes north-facing shores of Big Island
December 20, 2024 · 5:42 AM HST
Species of red algae discovered outside Papahānaumokuākea marine monument creates more questions
December 19, 2024 · 1:00 AM HST
National Weather Service issues coastal flood statement for weekend
December 13, 2024 · 10:59 PM HST
Study: Peak energy requirements for humpback moms-to-be coincide with migration, fasting
December 12, 2024 · 5:52 AM HST
Maui Now
Julie Strong appointed as MEO’s new chief fiscal officer
Julie Strong has been appointed chief fiscal officer of Maui Economic Opportunity.
Hawaiʻi chief economist: Maui’s labor market generally improving
Maui’s labor market is generally improving, although the county’s post wildfire disaster labor force and employed people have been declining, Chief State Economist Eugene Tian said Wednesday. In November, Maui County’s not seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was 3.8%, down from 6.8% in November 2023.
Five recruits graduate, joining the ranks of the Maui Ocean Safety Bureau
Ellis Bloyer, Sale Ioakimi, Les Johnson, Quinn Whitford, and Rhett Wiseman completed a 12-week long training program that covered an extensive variety of ocean rescue skills.
Fishers encouraged to weigh in on Reef Habitat Plan to improve fish habitat
The local fishing community is encouraged to help shape the future of nearshore fishing in Hawaiʻi, by engaging with the Reef Habitat Plan, a statewide initiative to improve nearshore fish habitat in areas of need.
Mayor Richard Bissen temporarily out of state Dec. 20-31
Maui County Mayor Richard Bissen will travel out of the state from this morning, Friday, Dec. 20, 2024, until the morning of Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024.
Kaua‘i Now
Reminder: Kekaha Landfill closes at noon today
The facility is cloing early to accommodate a community-sponsored event. Regular hours will resume Saturday.
Kauai Weather Forecast for December 20, 2024
Light trade winds will bring just a few showers this morning, mainly to windward areas from Kauai to Molokai. Stable and dry conditions accompanied by light…
Kauai Surf Forecast for December 20, 2024
A series of large to extra large northwest to north-northwest swells will continue to move through the islands through the weekend, peaking on Sunday. A…
Update: High surf warning extended again; now in effect through Saturday
Warning level surf is expected to generally prevail along north and west shorelines through the weekend, with a brief dip down to advisory levels possible late Saturday and Saturday night. However, the largest swell is expected to arrive late Saturday night into Sunday.
A third opossum has been captured in Honolulu this year
Plant quarantine inspectors with the Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture trapped an opossum overnight at a big-box store in Iwilei. This marks the third opossum that has been captured on Oʻahu this year. The storage container where the opossum was trapped was not used for shipping.
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