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Business Monday: Coffee farm referred to as ‘Garden of Eden’ turned into retreat center in South Kona
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June 2, 2025 · 5:00 AM
Business Monday: Coffee farm referred to as ‘Garden of Eden’ turned into retreat center in South Kona
The Paliuli Farm Sanctuary is part of Hestia Magic retreat centers, which began in 2014 with a location in California, and last year added a second location at Kealakekua Bay.
June 2, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Hawaiʻi Island residents encouraged to participate in community survey
The anonymous online survey, which is available through July 31, aims to capture the voices and sentiments of residents.
June 1, 2025 · 6:31 PM
Kona teen taken into custody after a gun was fired during an affray
Hawai‘i Island police responded to the scene at 12:41 a.m., where they found a crowd of 20 individuals in the area.
June 1, 2025 · 1:03 PM
Ex-Konawaena Middle School teacher found guilty of sexually assaulting minor to be sentenced in August
John Lee Franks, 47, of Ocean View was convicted of continuous sexual assault of a minor younger than 14 years old and first-degree attempted sexual assault, both Class A felonies. The verdict was handed down May 29 after a 2-week bench trial in February.
June 1, 2025 · 5:00 AM
93-year-old Big Island legend Uncle Manny Veincent shares experiences, knowledge in new memoir
The memoir takes readers on a journey through the life of Uncle Manny Veincent, including his childhood fishing stories, fire rescues, nene counting, military service, paddling achievements and a profound connection to Hawaiʻi.
June 1, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Big Island Now poll results: County garage is answer to downtown Kona’s parking woes
Check out the full results of the poll.
June 1, 2025 · 1:00 AM
‘Our shared kuleana’: State leaders honor those who protect Hawaiʻi from invasive species
The challenges are many and the battle rages on against familiar foes such as little fire ants, coqui frogs, albizia trees and others, as well as new enemies including coconut rhinoceros beetles, but all hope is not lost. There are dedicated community members — including a Big Island teacher — on the front lines making great strides in the fight.
May 31, 2025 · 5:00 AM
‘Labor of love:’ Artist enters 5th year creating stained glass mosaic mural for Kona airport
In a studio tucked away on a quiet street in Waimea, artist Calley O’Neill is working on a 7-foot by 7-foot stained glass mosaic of native Hawaiian kukui and māmane trees. She has completed a variety of other stained glass mosaics, including a pueo (Hawaiian owl), which was sketched out on paper and brought to […]
May 31, 2025 · 3:00 AM
$25M in state funding secured for future Keaʻau Benioff Medical Center
The new state funds complement a previous private donation of $25 million from Marc and Lynne Benioff, longtime champions of heath care and quality care for all who live on the Big Island. Construction of Keaʻau Benioff Medical Center is estimated to be completed in 2028.
May 31, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Scheduled Hawai‘i Island lane closures on state roadways for May 31-June 6
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Check to see if any of the planned closures will impact your commute during the next week.
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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
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May 29, 2025 · 5:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for May 30-June 5: Kaʻū Coffee Festival, Justin Morris & Company, Hilo Pride Kick-Off Party and more
What’s on the agenda for the upcoming weekend and next week? Well, there’s art exhibits, concerts, workshops, festivals and a lot more. Check out this week’s top 10 now!
May 26, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Best of jazz and blues coming to Hawaiʻi Island stage
The Big Island Jazz and Blues Festival will have an incredible lineup including Chicago’s Steve Freund, New Orleans’ Bruce “Sunpie” Barnes and Hawaiʻi Island’s John Keawe and Larry Dupio.
May 22, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for May 23-29: Hōkūleʻa Hoʻolauleʻa, 21st annual Celebration of Life and more
It’s a Memorial Day Weekend full of culture and remembrance on the Big Island. There’s a comedy show, guacamole contest and even a showing of the silent movie that started it all at the Palace Theater in downtown Hilo 100 years ago coming up this week, too. Check out the top 10 now!
May 15, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for May 16-22: Kahuku Kōnane Challenge, Robert Cazimero live, World Bee Day, The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride and more
We know it’s graduation season, so a lot of you will soon be busy celebrating the success of a newly minted high school grad or fresh college degree holder in the family with every ouce of pomp and circumstance you can muster. So how about treating your grad to a new experience or special event as part of your gift in honor of them reaching a major milestone.
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.
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Big Island Polls
Big Island Now poll results: County garage is answer to downtown Kona’s parking woes
June 1, 2025 · 3:00 AM HST
Big Island Now poll: What is solution to parking woes on Ali‘i Drive in Kailua-Kona?
May 18, 2025 · 3:00 AM HST
Reminder: Permanent restrictions remain on the transport of ʻŌhiʻa
April 19, 2025 · 1:55 AM HST
Hawai’i Volcano Blog
Volcano Watch: Halemaʻumaʻu eruption reaches new heights as HVO updates Volcano Alert Notifications
May 30, 2025 · 1:00 AM HST
Return to Uēkahuna’s stunningly powerful panoramic views of Kīlauea volcano caldera
May 29, 2025 · 1:00 AM HST
Update: Episode 23 of ongoing Kīlauea summit eruption ‘one for the history books’
May 26, 2025 · 3:15 AM HST
Ocean Blog
Come to Honokōhau Harbor to help U.S. Coast Guard kick off National Safe Boating Week
May 17, 2025 · 8:58 AM HST
2025 Central Pacific hurricane season outlook calls for 1 to 4 tropical cyclones
May 15, 2025 · 5:08 PM HST
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
Maui Now
Kalei’s Lahaina hosts hiring event ahead of Grand Opening on June 18
Kalei’s Maui is thrilled to announce the opening of its newest location in Lahaina, set to welcome the community starting June 18, 2025. In preparation, Kalei’s Lahaina will be hosting a hiring event on Monday and Tuesday, June 2-3, at 1221 Honoapiʻilani Hwy, Suite A-1.
Maui keiki treated to HDS Tooth Fairy Fun Day
Dozens of island keiki were treated to an HDS Tooth Fairy Fun Day on Sunday at the Maui Ocean Center in Mā‘alaea. The free for kama‘āina event helped to educate Maui families about the importance of oral health for keiki.
Monday Morning Maui Sports: Kamehameha Maui graduate Michael Kalalau leaves impressive legacy for Navy rugby team
The former Warrior never played rugby until he walked on as a sophomore at the U.S. Naval Academy. He graduated May 23 with a national championship from 2023 and All-American status this year. His teams were 52-4 during his career.
Walmart volunteers help assemble food boxes for Lahaina’s Filipino community
Volunteers from Kahului Walmart and Walmart’s Hawaiʻi Market Office helped assemble 1,225 food boxes at the Maui Food Bank last week. It’s part of an ongoing program for Lahaina’s Filipino community by Kaibigan ng Lahaina and supported by the American Red Cross.
Maui Council’s FY26 budget: Final vote looms amid shifting justifications, lingering questions
The budget pending second reading on Tuesday, has been reduced $9.4 million from the Budget Committee, but still $46 million more than the Bissen proposed budget. Once approved, the budget will go into effect July 1.
Kaua‘i Now
Kauaʻi talent to take the stage in new statewide televised showcase
More than a competition, the series is a celebration of community — where the spirit of Hawai‘i is defined not by marketing campaigns, but by the people who live its values every day.
Medicare Fraud Prevention Week: What Hawai‘i residents need to know
The Hawai‘i Department of Health’s Senior Medicare Patrol is encouraging residents to take action during Medicare Fraud Prevention Week, observed June 1–7, by learning how to spot and report suspicious activity.
Hawaiʻi libraries launch 2025 Summer Reading Challenge with prizes and a new look
Hawaiʻi’s public libraries have launched the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge and unveiled a vibrant new look inspired by local culture and community.
Kauai Weather Forecast for June 02, 2025
Moderate to locally breezy east-southeast trades will persist through tomorrow as a broad surface trough develops to the west of the state. A disturbance aloft…
Kauai Surf Forecast for June 02, 2025
The late season northwest swell will decline tonight and Sunday, with north shore surf dropping to near June average for the first half of the work week…
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