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East Hawaii NewsCurrent volcanic eruption causes heavy traffic on Highway 11
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Kīlauea is erupting again, with 330-feet high lava fountains for episode No. 25
All current and recent eruption activity of Kīlauea is within Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.June 11, 2025 · 1:48 PM HST
Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke signs law to establish state Broadband Office, expand digital navigator program
CommunityLong-awaited dredging at Pohoiki Boat Ramp has finally started
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Big Island News
June 11, 2025 · 3:36 PM
Current volcanic eruption causes heavy traffic on Highway 11
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park reports heavy traffic on Highway 11 between Puna and Kāʻu due to the current Halemaʻumaʻu eruption.
June 11, 2025 · 1:48 PM
Kīlauea is erupting again, with 330-feet high lava fountains for episode No. 25
All current and recent eruption activity of Kīlauea is within Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.
June 11, 2025 · 10:29 AM
Hawaiʻi on the Hill showcases state’s unique culture and business landscape
The 9th annual Hawaiʻi on the Hill event in Washington, D.C., spotlighted over 90 Hawaiʻi businesses and nonprofits to congressional leaders and the D.C. community, while fostering discussions on policy support for Hawaiʻi’s unique business landscape.
June 11, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Japanese dishes from LA restaurant featured at Mauna Lani’s Surf Shack along Kohala Coast
This partnership is part of Mauna Lani’s continued mission to bring an elevated culinary experience to guests and Big Island residents visiting the resort.
June 11, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke signs law to establish state Broadband Office, expand digital navigator program
The landmark legislation strengthens the state’s commitment to closing the digital divide and ensuring all Hawaiʻi residents have access to reliable internet and the digital skills needed to thrive.
June 10, 2025 · 2:29 PM
Long-awaited dredging at Pohoiki Boat Ramp has finally started
Career fishermen and generations of fishing families have been waiting for access to the ocean since the 2018 Kīlauea lava flow blocked the Pohoiki Boat Ramp eight years ago.
June 10, 2025 · 9:37 AM
Lava flowing into crater of Kīlauea; episode No. 25 of ongoing eruption about to begin soon
Episode No. 25 of the ongoing eruption of the Big Island volcano that began in late December is forecast to begin Wednesday or Thursday, but there is a chance of high fountaining later today.
June 10, 2025 · 8:00 AM
Hawaiʻi Surfer Garrett McNamara’s latest season of docuseries ‘100 Foot Wave’ now screening
The HBO series follows Hawaiʻi’s pioneering big wave surfer Garrett McNamara, now 57, as he pursues his passion around the globe.
June 10, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Around 220 slots are available for this year’s Coach Jimmy Yagi Vulcan Basketball Camp in July
The 2025 Coach Jimmy Yagi Vulcan Basketball Camp invites young athletes to hone their skills and have a good time during a day camp in Hilo from July 21-24.
June 10, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Microgrant program supports and empowers women-owned small businesses
Women entrepreneurs and business owners are encouraged to apply for the Pay It Forward microgrant program, which will be accepted by the Zonta Club of Hilo until midnight July 20.
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
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Local Entertainment
June 10, 2025 · 8:00 AM
Hawaiʻi Surfer Garrett McNamara’s latest season of docuseries ‘100 Foot Wave’ now screening
The HBO series follows Hawaiʻi’s pioneering big wave surfer Garrett McNamara, now 57, as he pursues his passion around the globe.
June 8, 2025 · 1:00 AM
New Hawaiʻi law protects earnings, exploitation of child performers
Gov. Josh Green signed a new law on Wednesday that requires parents to set aside part of their child’s entertainment income in a trust, a move aimed at preventing financial exploitation of young performers.
June 5, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for June 5-12: King Kamehameha and World Ocean day celebrations, Holy Ghost Feast, HI-larious Improv and more
Whether you love comedy, the ocean, samba or celebrating Kamehameha the Great, there is plenty of things to do this week on Hawaiʻi Island.
June 4, 2025 · 5:09 AM
Hawai‘i County mayor proclaims June 3, 2025, Maia Keahola Day for 8-year-old star in ‘Lilo & Stitch’
Maia Keahola of Kona is just getting started. She already filmed another movie, “The Wrecking Crew,” with stars Jason Mamoa and Morena Baccarin.
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!
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Big Island Polls
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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
Kīlauea is erupting again, with 330-feet high lava fountains for episode No. 25
June 11, 2025 · 1:48 PM HST
Lava flowing into crater of Kīlauea; episode No. 25 of ongoing eruption about to begin soon
June 10, 2025 · 9:37 AM HST
Volcano Watch: What fans the flames observed at volcanic vents?
June 7, 2025 · 11:00 AM HST
Ocean Blog
Hawaiʻi Surfer Garrett McNamara’s latest season of docuseries ‘100 Foot Wave’ now screening
June 10, 2025 · 8:00 AM HST
VIDEO: Dangers at China Walls and Spitting Caves shown on dramatic state footage
June 6, 2025 · 2:00 PM HST
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
Maui Now
County’s MAPPS will be temporarily offline June 13-14 due to software maintenance
The County of Maui’s automated planning and permitting system, or MAPPS (Maui’s Automated Planning and Permitting System), will be offline from 6 p.m. Friday, June 13, to 6 p.m. Saturday, June 14, 2025, due to planned software maintenance.
AG Lopez issues joint statement regarding deployment of California National Guard
Attorney General Anne Lopez joined a coalition of 18 attorneys general in releasing the a statement reacting to what she called the “unlawful deployment” of California National Guard against protestors in California.
MEO seeking more responses to survey on causes of poverty in county
Maui Economic Opportunity has been gathering community’s input on the “causes that could lead to poverty” in Maui County and encourages more submissions before the survey’s deadline of Wednesday, June 25.
Towering lava fountains observed in Episode 25 of Kīlauea eruption at Halemaʻumaʻu
Episode 25 of the ongoing Halemaʻumaʻu eruption at Kīlauea began at 11:57 a.m. HST on June 11, 2025, and the volume and vigor of lava fountains and flows has increased markedly as of 12:30 p.m. Lava from the north vent had reached heights of approximately 330 feet.
Hoʻōla iā Mauiakama receives $760,528 grant to launch Volunteer Rebuild Housing Program for Maui fire survivors
Hoʻōla iā Mauiakama Long Term Recovery Group has received a $760,528 grant from the Maui Strong Fund of the Hawaiʻi Community Foundation. The award will launch the new Volunteer Rebuild Housing Program, expand disaster recovery operations, and enhance coordination of direct services for families impacted by the August 2023 wildfires on Maui.
Kaua‘i Now
Kīlauea is erupting again, with 330-feet high lava fountains for episode No. 25
All current and recent eruption activity of Kīlauea is within Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.
Hawaiʻi on the Hill showcases state’s unique culture and business landscape
The 9th annual Hawaiʻi on the Hill event in Washington, D.C., spotlighted over 90 Hawaiʻi businesses and nonprofits to congressional leaders and the D.C. community, while fostering discussions on policy support for Hawaiʻi’s unique business landscape.
PGA general manager at Kauaʻi golf course enshrined into Callaway’s Staff Hall of Fame
Under Tom Freestone’s leadership, the Ocean Course at Hōkūala’s teaching staff offers lessons for keiki through seniors, including programming from the Aloha Section PGA, First Tee Hawai‘i, Operations36, Indigo Golf Partners and Troon.
Lt. Gov. Luke signs bill to establish Broadband Office, expand digital navigator program
The landmark legislation strengthens the state’s commitment to closing the digital divide and ensuring all Hawaiʻi residents have access to reliable internet.
Annual sewer rate increase on Kaua‘i kicks in on July 1
The previous adjustment to wastewater rates was on July 1, 2024.
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