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February 21, 2025 · 4:30 PM
Police seek a male suspect in an Ocean View arson investigation
The resident was unharmed but reported that she observed a man on her property shortly before the fire started. The identity of the male party is currently unknown and he was last seen wearing darker colored clothing and had his face covered.
February 21, 2025 · 5:00 AM
A new mortgage program will help Native Hawaiian families stay rooted in Hawaiʻi
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs helps to make home ownership possible with a mortgage program offering a low down payment option, a below market interest rate, and a no mortgage insurance requirement.
February 21, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Sen. Lorraine Inouye secures more state funding for Hilo airport improvements
Funds will go toward replacing cesspools with wastewater systems and for upgrades needed to the infrastructure on the tarmac at the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo.
February 21, 2025 · 1:00 AM
‘Walking school bus’ helps reduce chronic absenteeism, increases student safety
New innovative initiative at Kealakehe Elementary and Intermediate schools not only improves attendance but ensures students have a safe, consistent way to get to school while fostering more connections between them.
February 20, 2025 · 11:28 AM
Update: Brown water advisory canceled for West Hawai‘i coast after about a week
Beachgoers advised to remember: If the water is brown, turn around. State health officials recommend staying out of the water in the advisory area for 48 to 72 hours after heavy rainfall stops and beaches have received full sunshine.
February 20, 2025 · 10:45 AM
Episode 10 of Kīlauea summit eruption pau after less than 13 hours of fountaining
The latest eruptive activity started at 8:22 p.m. Feb. 19 and ended at 9:18 a.m. Feb. 20. Lava flows from this episode covered 73% of the Halemaʻumaʻu Crater floor in the southern part of Kaluapele, the volcano’s caldera.
February 20, 2025 · 8:00 AM
Coffee with a Cop conversations continue with three scheduled for the next two weeks
Community policing officers will meet and talk story with residents in Kailua-Kona on Friday, Waikōloa on Feb. 27 and in Keaʻau on March 1.
February 20, 2025 · 7:35 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Feb. 21-27: Steely Dead, Pickleball for Peace, Sour Hearts Club, JuggleFest and more
Who ever said life on the Big Island was boring? This is another one of those weeks that takes somewhat of a more, shall we say, eclectic turn as far as things to do around the island. We’re sure you can find something that will pique your interest.
February 20, 2025 · 3:00 AM
A job fair will pair county residents with dozens of vacancies across the island in Hilo on Saturday
There will be educational and training resources, career coaching, and resume reviews offered to help participants along their career path.
February 20, 2025 · 1:00 AM
21 motorists arrested for DUI on Big Island roads last week
According to police, Hilo had the most arrests with 11. Trailing behind in second was Kona, with four arrests, three in South Kohala and one in North Kohala.
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February 20, 2025 · 7:35 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Feb. 21-27: Steely Dead, Pickleball for Peace, Sour Hearts Club, JuggleFest and more
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February 16, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Governor signs proclamation declaring Feb. 14, 2025, as ‘One Love Day’ in Hawaiʻi
The proclamation honors the late Bob Marley’s incredible musical legacy and his 80th birthday. Hawai‘i Gov. Josh Green signed the document surrounded by members of Marley’s ‘ohana, including his sons Julian and Ky-Mani.
February 15, 2025 · 5:00 AM
Engineering Bash returns in Waimea to celebrate past, present and future innovators
National Engineers Week will be celebrated next week with the theme “Design Your Future,” which is a recognition of the limitless possibilities in engineering.
February 13, 2025 · 3:00 AM
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Cupid makes his rounds this weekend, and there is a variety of events around the Big Island to help the cherub of love hit his target so you score a bull’s-eye with your special someone. If you’re not feeling the love, don’t fret. There also are other events where Cupid’s arrow won’t necessarily fly.
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Hawai’i Volcano Blog
Episode 10 of Kīlauea summit eruption pau after less than 13 hours of fountaining
February 20, 2025 · 10:45 AM HST
Eruptive activity begins anew at Kīlauea volcano summit after about a week pause
February 19, 2025 · 10:13 PM HST
Kīlauea Visitor Center at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park closed
February 18, 2025 · 5:00 AM HST
Ocean Blog
Update: Brown water advisory canceled for West Hawai‘i coast after about a week
February 20, 2025 · 11:28 AM HST
Update: High surf advisory for west coast of Big Island extended
February 18, 2025 · 3:00 AM HST
Highly venomous yellow-bellied sea snake slithers onhore at East Hawai‘i beach
February 14, 2025 · 2:50 PM HST
Update: High surf advisory for western shorelines extended through Friday morning
February 13, 2025 · 3:19 PM HST
Maui Now
Westin Maui partners with We Paddle Maui to offer a traditional canoe paddling experience
The Westin Maui Resort & Spa is offering guests visiting its Kāʻanapali Beach resort the opportunity to explore the Kāʻanapali coast while paddling outrigger canoes.
Free POINT Pro volunteer management licenses available for Maui nonprofits
Effective volunteer coordination remains essential for Maui’s wildfire recovery efforts. To support local nonprofits in managing volunteers more efficiently, the Maui Volunteer Coalition for Recovery and Ho‘ōla iā Mauiakama Long Term Recovery Group are providing 100 free POINT Pro subscriptions to qualified organizations.
HECO employees, retirees raise over $423K for local United Way agencies
Guided by the theme “Lōkahi,” meaning unity and harmony, Hawaiian Electric employees, retirees and IBEW Local 1260 came together to raise more than $423,000 during a workplace campaign in 2024 to benefit Aloha United Way and Hawaiʻi Island United Way. The funds will support critical programs and services aimed at strengthening communities across the state.
Friends of the Library of Hawai‘i honors State Sen. Lynn DeCoite with Mahalo Award
Nonprofit The Friends of the Library of Hawai‘i on Wednesday presented the Mahalo Award to State Sen. Lynn DeCoite, recognizing her support of Hawai‘i’s public libraries. The Mahalo Award is given annually to a legislator who has demonstrated exemplary support of Hawai‘i’s public libraries during the prior legislative session.
Historical drama about the early reign of King Kamehameha III at ʻĪao Theater
Noalani Helela’s play Aloha Kaua will be showing at the historic ʻĪao Theater, March 8 and 9. Aloha Kaua is a historical drama about the period in King Kamehameha III’s rule known as “the time of Kaomi” (ka wa ia Kaomi).
Kaua‘i Now
UH Mānoa team awarded for creating an AI system that detects, prevents car crashes
The Intersection Safety Challenge encourages teams to develop intersection safety systems that utilize emerging technologies to mitigate unsafe conditions at roadway intersections.
Kaiser Permanente Hawai‘i hits a milestone after curing 1,000 hepatitis C patients
Health care organizations and community-based agencies across the state work together to enhance access to hepatitis services, including testing, immunizations, care coordination, and treatment.
A new mortgage program will help Native Hawaiian families stay rooted in Hawaiʻi
The Office of Hawaiian Affairs helps to make home ownership possible with a mortgage program offering a low down payment option, a below market interest rate, and a no mortgage insurance requirement.
Kauai Weather Forecast for February 21, 2025
Light winds and dry conditions prevail for the next several days bringing a prolonged stretch of benign weather. Haze is possible for a few days due to vog…
Kauai Surf Forecast for February 21, 2025
A west northwest swell will decline tonight pushing surf below the advisory threshold for north and west facing shores. Therefore, the High Surf Advisory is…
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