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Hale O Hawaiʻi County is working to secure and preserve a permanent supply of affordable houses for working families of Hawaiʻi County.April 12, 2025 · 5:00 AM HST
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April 12, 2025 · 5:00 AM
Hawaiʻi County community land trust gives families new pathway to home ownership
Hale O Hawaiʻi County is working to secure and preserve a permanent supply of affordable houses for working families of Hawaiʻi County.
April 12, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Scheduled Hawai‘i Island lane closures on state roadways for April 12-18
In observance of Good Friday on April 18, there will be no contraflow or lane closures unless otherwise permitted. All scheduled lane closures are weather permitting.
April 12, 2025 · 1:00 AM
New solar project increases Hawaiʻi Island’s use of renewable energy
A major leap in Hawaiʻi Island’s renewable energy journey, Innergex’s Hale Kuawehi Solar and Battery Storage Project, now operational in Waimea since March 25, is generating 30 megawatts to power 13,500 homes.
April 11, 2025 · 3:00 PM
Hop on over to these free Easter events hosted by Hawaiʻi County
The county and its community partners are hosting events in Hilo, Kea‘au and Pāhala, with the first one this Sunday, and invite the everyone to come have an egg-cellent time in celebration of the season.
April 11, 2025 · 12:14 PM
Update: Big Island police initiate missing person investigation for Kona fisherman
Meanwhile, Hawaiʻi Fire Department and U.S. Coast Guard aerial search efforts continue offshore of South Point for 42-year-old Earl Kekuanaoa Hind and his 23-foot vessel “Makalapua Onalani.” Additional shoreline searches also are underway. Police also ask if anyone in the public might be able to help find him.
April 11, 2025 · 11:00 AM
Registration for after-school care for DOE 2025-26 school year begins next week
Parents and guardians can begin registration for after-school care for K-6 public elementary students starting at 4 p.m. on Monday, April 14.
April 11, 2025 · 5:00 AM
Proposed working group to address Kailua Bay/Kailua Pier management moves forward
Sen. Dru Kanuha introduced Senate Concurrent Resolution 119 Draft 1 that requests the Department of Land and Natural Resources to convene a Kailua Bay Advisory Working Group to foster cordinated oversight and effective management of the area with federal, private, residential and commercial partners.
April 11, 2025 · 3:00 AM
The meter’s running: Possible Aliʻi Drive parking solution calls for converting part of roadway to one-way traffic
Hawaiʻi County Mayor Kimo Alameda on April 12 during the Mālama Kailua Village community event in Kailua-Kona will provide an update about the proposed plan for the Kailua-Kona road, which could be implementeed within 90 days after Hawaiʻi County Council approval.
April 11, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Volcano Watch: Focus on the National Volcano Information Service
National Volcano Information Service will be an indispensable component of National Volcano Early Warning and Monitoring System, integrating cutting-edge information technology solutions to ensure efficient monitoring, accurate data interpretation and effective communication of volcanic hazards.
April 10, 2025 · 12:48 PM
Update: Woman reported missing after last seen with her 1-year-old child located in good health
Big Island police reported early the afternoon April 10 that 28-year-old Saysha Wilson, who was reported missing April 9, was located later the same day. No further information was provided about her child or where she was located.
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April 11, 2025 · 3:00 PM
Hop on over to these free Easter events hosted by Hawaiʻi County
The county and its community partners are hosting events in Hilo, Kea‘au and Pāhala, with the first one this Sunday, and invite the everyone to come have an egg-cellent time in celebration of the season.
April 10, 2025 · 10:15 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for April 11-17: Health Care Career Expo, Puamana Farm Fest, Honoka‘a Jazz Band, Larry Hernandez Sr. Stock Car Races and more
From looking for a job in the health care sector to wanting to relax with some jazz and blues played by a Grammy Signature School band, and a ton of stuff in between, you shouldn’t have any problem finding something to keep you occupied — at least for an hour or 2 — during the next week.
April 3, 2025 · 5:58 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for April 4-10 and beyond: Mana Music Quartet, Mark Yamanaka, Big Island Chocolate Fesitval, Laupāhoehoe Music Festival and more
There’s once again some great events and activities happening around the Big Island during the upcoming week — and even further out. Be sure to check all of them out now!
March 27, 2025 · 12:25 PM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for March 28-April 3: Puna Hongwanji Rummage Sale, Cause for Paws, Buzzed and Bamboozled, Mad Hatter Tea Party, plus more
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March 22, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Watch: Big Island members of Hawai‘i Irish Dance make special St. Patrick’s Day cameo on Irish TV
8 dancers from Hawai’i Irish Dance and 7 flaggers from Scully’s Pub in Waiki’i had the luck of the Irish on their side, being one of several groups from around the globe — including cast of ‘Riverdance 30’ — to be featured during special episode of RTE Ireland’s ‘The Late, Late Show.’
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April 11, 2025 · 1:00 AM HST
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Hawaiian Volcano Observatory’s new permanent home still slated for completion in early 2027
April 5, 2025 · 5:20 AM HST
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Swells happen: High surf warning in effect for north- and east-facing shores
April 5, 2025 · 4:00 AM HST
Chances of seal-human encounters increase with Hawaiian monk seal pupping season underway
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Statewide initiative launches to improve stroke care with $6.8M backing it
The effort, called Mission: Lifeline Stroke, is backed by a $5.8 million grant from The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust and $1 million from the American Heart Association.
Who’s packing concealed handguns? Not many in Maui County, AG report says
Maui County residents made up a relatively small percentage of the state’s concealed handgun permit holders in 2024, according to a new report released by the Hawaiʻi Department of the Attorney General. All four county police departments submitted data compiles for the inaugural “Licenses to Carry Handguns in Hawaiʻi, 2024” report. Required by state law, the annual […]
Public input sought to shape 2025 State Wildlife Action Plan
As Hawaiʻi faces growing threats to its unique native wildlife and habitats, state officials are asking the public to determine conservation priorities in the next decade. The Department of Land and Natural Resources is inviting the public to participate in a review of the 2025 State Wildlife Action Plan, known by the acronym SWAP. Updated every […]
Maui Weather Forecast for April 12, 2025
Breezy trade winds will continue for the next several days, with lighter winds expected by the middle of next week. Passing clouds and showers will favor…
Maui Surf Forecast for April 12, 2025
North shore surf will be below April average through most of the week. The combination of a small north-northwest swell and wrapping wind swell will decline on…
Kaua‘i Now
Scheduled Kaua‘i lane closures on state roadways for April 12-18
In observance of Good Friday on April 18, there will be no contraflow or lane closures unless otherwise permitted. All scheduled lane closures are weather permitting.
After-School Plus program registration begins next week for 2025-26 school year
Registration opens at 4 p.m. April 14 for A+ programs that provide safe, supervised after-school care for students in grades K-6 whose parents or guardians are working, attending school or participating in job training programs during after-school hours.
Kauai Weather Forecast for April 12, 2025
Breezy trade winds and some enhanced showers will continue through tonight as lingering moisture from an old frontal boundary moves across the state. Trades…
Kauai Surf Forecast for April 12, 2025
North shore surf will be below April average through most of the week. The combination of a small north-northwest swell and wrapping wind swell will decline on…
Kaua‘i County Office of Economic Development launches new coconut rhinoceros beetle resource web page
It is another critical online resource and new central hub for residents, farmers and businesses to learn how to identify the invasive insect, take action and report possible infestations.
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