“Business Monday: Young entrepreneur brings food to Hawai’i Prep boarders with new delivery service.”
Views expressed in this Hawaii Island, Maui, and Kauai News update are those of the reporters and correspondents.
Accessed on 14 April 2025, 2002 UTC.
Content and Source: https://bigislandnow.com/
Please click link or scroll down to read your selections. Thanks for joining us today.
Content and Source: https://bigislandnow.com/
Please click link or scroll down to read your selections. Thanks for joining us today.
Russ Roberts (https://hawaiinewsdigestonline.com).
NewsDUI arrests up 4% from last year already as of week ending April 6
NewsSearch continues for local fisherman last seen offshore near Miloli‘i
Business Monday: Young entrepreneur brings food to Hawaiʻi Prep boarders with new delivery service
Boarding students at Hawaiʻi Preparatory Academy can now have dinner from nine Waimea restaurants while remaining on campus due to a business created by a fellow student.April 14, 2025 · 5:00 AM HST
BusinessAging Kona Inn Shopping Village struggling to sell despite property’s century…
DiscussionCommunity invited to briefing about proposed registration process for short-term…
In Case You
Missed It:
Missed It:
New federal ID mandate gets REAL in less than 3 weeks
Police-subsidized truck broadsides SUV in Hilo; 3 people injured, including toddler
Scheduled Hawai‘i Island lane closures on state roadways for April 12-18
Hop on over to these free Easter events hosted by Hawaiʻi County
Proposed working group to address Kailua Bay/Kailua Pier management moves forward
The meter’s running: Possible Aliʻi Drive parking solution calls for converting…
Volcano Watch: Focus on the National Volcano Information Service
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for April 11-17: Health Care Career Expo, Puamana Farm…
Episode 17 lava covered nearly half the floor of Halemaʻumaʻu before it ending Wednesday
Hawaiʻi Island police in search of more information on missing Miloli‘i woman
Volunteers complete cleanup of tire graveyard in Kailua Bay
Mayor Alameda during his first State of Hawaiʻi County address: ‘We are the…
Measles case confirmed in child on Oʻahu
Big Island News
April 14, 2025 · 5:00 AM
Business Monday: Young entrepreneur brings food to Hawaiʻi Prep boarders with new delivery service
Boarding students at Hawaiʻi Preparatory Academy can now have dinner from nine Waimea restaurants while remaining on campus due to a business created by a fellow student.
April 14, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Hate robocallers? Now, Hawaiʻi AG is calling them on state and federal violations
Attorney General Anne Lopez joined 50 attorneys general of the Anti-Robocall Multistate Litigation Task Force to warn nine voice service providers that they may be violating state and federal laws by routing allegedly unlawful robocalls across their networks.
April 14, 2025 · 1:00 AM
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.
April 13, 2025 · 2:00 PM
DUI arrests up 4% from last year already as of week ending April 6
Hawai‘i Island police arrested 20 motorists for driving under the influence of an intoxicant islandwide, with 12 people arrested in Kona.
April 13, 2025 · 10:40 AM
Search continues for local fisherman last seen offshore near Miloli‘i
The fisherman and his vessel’s current whereabouts are unknown. His truck and boat trailer were located parked near the South Point boat ramp area. Coast Guard officials say the search will continue till at least Tuesday.
April 13, 2025 · 6:00 AM
Aging Kona Inn Shopping Village struggling to sell despite property’s century history as tourist mecca
The brokerage firm handling the sale of the Kona Inn shopping Village lists the price as “best offer.”
April 13, 2025 · 4:00 AM
Community invited to briefing about proposed registration process for short-term vacation rentals
Proposed Hawai‘i County legislation intends to provide clearer understanding of scale and presence of short-term vacation rentals on the island and ensure all are operating within legal guidelines.
April 13, 2025 · 2:00 AM
New federal ID mandate gets REAL in less than 3 weeks
Hawaiʻi County reminds residents that REAL ID requirement to board domestic flights and access certain federal facilities goes into effect May 7, encourages Big Islanders to make sure they are compliant now.
April 12, 2025 · 2:30 PM
Police-subsidized truck broadsides SUV in Hilo; 3 people injured, including toddler
Officer driving a black 2024 Chevrolet Silverado as well as the 62-year-old woman driving a gray 2015 Lexus and the 3-year-old boy riding with her were all taken to Hilo Benioff Medical Center following the April 3 crash at the intersection of Kamehameha Avenue and Manono Street.
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.
ADVERTISEMENT
Ironman
3-time Ironman World Champion to host triathlon boot camp on Big Island
February 1, 2025 · 1:00 AM HST
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
UPCOMING FEATURED EVENTS:

Every Tuesday · 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Ukulele Lessons with Kris Fuchigami

Every Thursday · 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Small Business Startup Meeting

Sat, May 3, 2025 · 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Waikoloa Lei Day Festival
Local Entertainment
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
There’s once again a rich and great mix of interesting and engaging events that should get your toes tapping, your body moving and your brain working.
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.’

Lifespan Hawaii
Caregiver
Hamakua · 3 weeks ago

Pacific Media Group
Hawai‘i-Based News Writer
Hilo · 1 month ago
The Kohala Center
Financial Controller
Kohala · 1 month ago
Financial Controller
Kohala · 1 month ago
Big Island Polls
Poll results: Big Island Now readers pick clear winner for top 2024 story. Do you know what it is?
December 29, 2024 · 3:00 AM HST
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
Hawai’i Volcano Blog
Volcano Watch: Focus on the National Volcano Information Service
April 11, 2025 · 1:00 AM HST
Nāhuku lava tube comfort station upgrades complete
April 6, 2025 · 3:00 AM HST
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory’s new permanent home still slated for completion in early 2027
April 5, 2025 · 5:20 AM HST
Ocean Blog
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
April 3, 2025 · 3:00 AM HST
Update: Brown water advisory canceled for Hilo Bay and along Hāmākua Coast
March 28, 2025 · 12:40 PM HST
Photo of dead, shell-less turtle highlights need to report incidents when discovered or witnessed
March 28, 2025 · 6:00 AM HST
Maui Now
MEO Head Start preschool continues to accept children for 2025-26
Maui Economic Opportunity’s Head Start preschool program, which offers comprehensive early childhood education at no cost to income-qualifying families, continues to accept children for the 2025-2026 school year, which begins in August.
Queen Kaʻahumanu Center partners with local nonprofits for April events
The MOA Museum of Art returns to Queen Kaʻahumanu Center on Saturday, April 19, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., for its Annual Children’s Painting Exhibition. The following week, on Saturday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Queen Kaʻahumanu Center will host the Smiles for Miles Family Health & Wellness Event.
Volunteers sought for street Painting Day, at Kenolio Rd and Alulike St., May 3-4
Now that the street art design has been finalized for the intersection of Kenolio Road and Alulike Street in Kihei, the Maui Metropolitan Planning Organization is seeking volunteers to participate in the community-driven Painting Day scheduled for Saturday, May 3 and Sunday, May 4.
Monday Morning MIL: Kamehameha Maui baseball, Maui High boys volleyball clinch state berths
As spring season winds down, Warriors baseball team and Sabers boys volleyball team know they will be in their state tournaments. MIL track also shining through.
Maui Weather Forecast for April 14, 2025
Breezy trade winds will continue through Tuesday, with passing clouds and showers favoring windward and mauka areas. Lighter winds are expected by the…
Kaua‘i Now
Lane closures scheduled for portions of Ho‘one Road in Po‘ipū
A lane closure is scheduled in Po‘ipū starting today till May 12.
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.
Sen. Schatz to host statewide telephone town hall
US Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) will host a telephone town hall meeting at noon on Thursday, May 8, 2025.
Kauai Weather Forecast for April 14, 2025
Breezy trade winds will continue for the next couple of days, with passing clouds and showers favoring windward and mauka areas. Lighter winds are expected…
Kauai Surf Forecast for April 14, 2025
East shore surf will remain at or just above average through Tuesday, and will be rather rough due to the strong trades, particularly through Monday. As…
Discover more from Hawaii News Journal
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.















