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Final phases of repaving project for Māmalahoa Highway in Kona to begin
Resurfacing of about 3 miles of the highway, from Kalamauka Road to Ha‘awina Street, begins May 19. The final 3-mile segment of the repavement project is set to begin June 18.May 14, 2025 · 5:57 AM HST
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May 14, 2025 · 1:00 PM
Three graduations likely to bring excitement, more people to Hawaiʻi Island this weekend
Graduates from the Hawaiʻi Community College Manono and Pālamanui campuses and the University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo will celebrate commencement on Friday and Saturday.
May 14, 2025 · 5:00 AM
Final phases of repaving project for Māmalahoa Highway in Kona to begin
Resurfacing of about 3 miles of the highway, from Kalamauka Road to Ha‘awina Street, begins May 19. The final 3-mile segment of the repavement project is set to begin June 18.
May 14, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Water will to be turned off in Hilo, Keaukaha Friday night
Affected customers will have little to no water pressure from 10 p.m. Friday until 4 a.m. Saturday while the Department of Water replaces a valve.
May 14, 2025 · 1:00 AM
University of Hawai‘i at Hilo Vulcans hosting free basketball clinics throughout 808 state
“Basketball has been a tool for positive living here in the islands for several generations and it is our turn to pay it forward and do what we can to help grow the game,” Vulcans head basketball coach Kaniela Aiona said in an announcement for the clinics that will be hosted May 17-22 on 6 islands.
May 13, 2025 · 7:16 PM
Update: Hawaiʻi police ask for help with finding endangered 14-year old
Have you seen Kawelo Lancaster? Kawelo was initially reported as a runaway; however, police are now saying he is considered a missing and endangered juvenile because of concerns for his well-being and safety.
May 13, 2025 · 10:00 AM
Department of Water Supply to conduct fire hydrant flow test on Pawai Place in North Kona tonight
Customers on Pāwai Place between Luhia Street and Kuakini Highway, and between Palani Road and Loloku Street will be affected from 11 p.m. to midnight.
May 13, 2025 · 5:00 AM
‘He truly was the greatest’: Captain Cook Post Office renamed in honor of fallen Big Isle Vietnam War soldier
U.S. Army 1st Lt. John Kuulei Kauhaihao Post Office Building is the first post office building designated in Hawai‘i in honor of a Vietnam War veteran or Native Hawaiian.
May 13, 2025 · 3:10 AM
Fraud expert aims to educate community in Pāhoa this Thursday
AARP elder fraud expert Paul Greenwood, a former deputy district attorney, will be hosting a free “Fight Fraud Together” presentation beginning at 10 a.m. at the Pāhoa Neighborhood Facility.
May 13, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Water safety initiatives aim to reduce child drownings in Hawaiʻi
International Water Safety Day is celebrated on May 15 of each year to spread awareness of drowning and to educate youth in becoming safer in and around the water.
May 12, 2025 · 12:00 PM
Department of Health fines Par Hawaiʻi for improper waste management
Par Hawaiʻi Refining received a notice of violation and order for failure to make hazardous waster determination and failure to properly ship and dispose of hazardous waste.
Merrie Monarch
Merrie Monarch competition photo gallery: Hula kahiko and hula ʻauana
April 28, 2025 · 4:58 AM HST
O‘ahu hālau wins overall at Merrie Monarch Hula Festival
April 27, 2025 · 1:22 AM HST
Photo Gallery: Thousands watch Merrie Monarch Royal Parade in downtown Hilo
April 26, 2025 · 5:41 PM HST
UPCOMING FEATURED EVENTS:
Every 3rd Saturday of the Month · 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Kanikapila Monthly Concert Series
Every Tuesday · 9:00 am – 2:30 pm
Farmers Market
Every Tuesday · 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Ukulele Lessons with Kris Fuchigami
Local Entertainment
May 9, 2025 · 2:48 PM
It’s all about Mom: Mother’s Day events happening around the Big Island
From brunches to concerts, shopping opportunities and even singing telegrams plus an aerial arts pop-up class, there should be something to do that will have Mom calling all her friends later to brag about her awesome family.
May 8, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for May 9-15: Pō & the 4Fathers, ‘The Life of Prince Jonah Kūhiō,’ Hilo Chocolate Festival and more
No matter what you do with Mom, Grandma, Sis, Aunty or the other special mothers in your life to show them how much you appreciate them, we’re sure they will enjoy the gesture. So think about trying out something different this year by giving them a new experience.
May 3, 2025 · 11:34 AM
Hawai‘i Keiki Museum offers ‘science fueled fun’ at no charge all day for entire family
Nonprofit that connects children to Hawai‘i Island through hands-on exploration of science, technology, engineering, art and math offering fee-free day as part of Waikōloa Lei Day Festival; several upcoming summer events, activities and workshops planned, too.
May 1, 2025 · 5:00 AM
Hale Hālāwai O Puna to open with a celebration of Hawaiian culture this weekend
Hale Hālāwai O Puna Cultural Mākeke and Hub opens for the first time with a free celebration followed by an Activate Puna Town Party to mark the 7th anniversary of the 2018 Kīlauea eruption this Saturday.
May 1, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for May 2-8: Celebrating Lei Day, Culivating community, exploring the cosmos and more
Just because the Merrie Monarch Festival is done doesn’t mean all the fun around the island is, too. From Lei Day festivities to exploring the cosmos, there’s an entire universe of activities and events unfolding during the next week. Check them out now!
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Big Island Polls
Reminder: Permanent restrictions remain on the transport of ʻŌhiʻa
April 19, 2025 · 1:55 AM HST
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
Hawai’i Volcano Blog
Update: Lava fountains make a short, special appearance for Mother’s Day
May 11, 2025 · 2:36 PM HST
Volcano Watch: 20 episodes and counting — lava fountains continue in Kaluapele
May 9, 2025 · 1:00 AM HST
Update: Kīlauea’s Episode 20 erupts with lava fountains of 500-plus feet, but lasts less than 5 hours
May 7, 2025 · 2:48 AM HST
Ocean Blog
U.S. Coast Guard medevacs captain from fishing vessel offshore East Hawai‘i
May 10, 2025 · 3:00 AM HST
Vessel seized for alleged illegal longline fishing in state territorial sea off Big Island
May 8, 2025 · 5:37 PM HST
U.S. Coast Guard suspends search for fisherman who went missing off Big Island’s south coast
April 15, 2025 · 9:10 PM HST
Swells happen: High surf warning in effect for north- and east-facing shores
April 5, 2025 · 4:00 AM HST
Maui Now
Hawai‘i’s homeless rate soars to worst in nation after Lahaina wildfire, UHERO reports
The deadly Maui wildfire disaster displaced 5,000 people and has now left Hawaiʻi with the dubious distinction of having the nation’s highest rate of homelessness, according to a report released today by the University of Hawaiʻi Economic Research Organization. The UHERO report also underscores that the wildfires aggravated Maui County’s already acute shortage of housing. […]
Gov. Green lowers flags in observance of Peace Officers Memorial Day, May 15
This action aims to pay tribute to the law enforcement officers who have tragically lost their lives in the line of duty while serving and protecting others.
Aloha Ranch founder to speak at Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset meeting, May 20
Denise Nussbaum will share information about how Aloha Ranch and local community partners have addressed the needs of Lahaina fire survivor communities.
Class of 2025 high school graduation ceremonies scheduled
The first public school commencement on Maui is this coming Sunday, May 18, at War Memorial Stadium for Maui High School; followed by HP Baldwin High School on Monday, May 19; King Kekaulike High at Nā Aliʻi Stadium on Thursday, May 22; and Molokaʻi High School at the Molokaʻi High Gymnasium (The Barn) on Friday, May 23. Next weekend, Lānaʻi and Hāna host graduations on Saturday, May 24. The final public school graduation on Maui is at Lahainaluna High School on Sunday, May 25.
Online briefing for Lahaina owner-occupant homeowners as no-cost property surveys move ahead
Lahaina owner-occupant homeowners are encouraged to register now for an online briefing on how to receive property surveys through the Lahaina Homeowner Recovery Program. Those who owned and lived on their Lahaina properties at the time of the August 2023 wildfire and need a property survey to move forward with home rebuilds are encouraged to register for the Zoom meeting on Wednesday, May 21, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
Kaua‘i Now
Public invited to see ‘New Frontiers’ of breast cancer risk modeling, treatment during free event in June
Special event part of 11th International Breast Density and Cancer Risk Assessment Workshop from June 4-6 at Sonesta Kauaʻi Resort in Līhuʻe.
57-year-old man arrested, suspected of arson following Hanamā‘ulu structure fire
Witnesses told police they saw the suspect — who was identifed as 57-year-old Nelson Kane of Hanamā‘ulu — intentionally setting the structure on Hehi Road ablaze Sunday morning.
UH-Hilo Vulcans to host free basketball clinic in Kapaʻa next week for keiki
“Basketball has been a tool for positive living here in the islands for several generations and it is our turn to pay it forward and do what we can to help grow the game,” Vulcans head basketball coach Kaniela Aiona said in an announcement for the clinics that will be hosted May 17-22 on 6 islands.
Kauai Weather Forecast for May 14, 2025
Breezy trades will continue to produce showers across windward and mauka areas through the week. A developing low aloft could increase showers this weekend into…
Kauai Surf Forecast for May 14, 2025
The current moderate period south-southwest swell will slowly decline through Wednesday. Expect mainly background energy along south facing shores by Thursday…
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