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Business Monday: New Kona tattoo artist from Hong Kong blends artistry with healing
Jayers Ko, a tattoo artist from Hong Kong now residing in Kona, specializes in areola-nipple tattoos to help breast cancer survivors and other surgery patients in the journey of personal healing and transformation.June 30, 2025 · 9:50 AM HST
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Big Island News
June 30, 2025 · 11:40 AM
Hawai‘i Island police seek public help finding 14-year-old girl
The teen was last seen in the Hawaiian Acres area on June 26 at 8:20 a.m., wearing black sweat pants, a black hoodie, white shoes, and a black backpack.
June 30, 2025 · 8:50 AM
Big Island man charged in federal court after search of home yielded drugs, firarms, meth lab
The 54-year-old was officially charged on June 26 with possessing with intent to distribute and manufacture methamphetamine, possessing with intent to distribute cocaine, unlawful possession of firearms, and unlawful possession of explosives.
June 30, 2025 · 5:00 AM
Business Monday: New Kona tattoo artist from Hong Kong blends artistry with healing
Jayers Ko, a tattoo artist from Hong Kong now residing in Kona, specializes in areola-nipple tattoos to help breast cancer survivors and other surgery patients in the journey of personal healing and transformation.
June 30, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Mothers Against Drunk Driving honors 3 Hawai‘i Police Department officers
Hilo Patrol Officer Lawrence Kobayashi, South Kohala Patrol Officer Landon Takenishi and Area II Traffic Enforcement Unit Sgt. Thomas Koyanagi were honored for their efforts and dedication in the fight against impaired driving to reduce injuries and deaths on Big Island roadways.
June 30, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Hōkūleʻa, Hikianalia arrive at center of Pacific voyaging heritage, Taputapuātea
The double-hulled wa‘a now are anchored off Papeʻetē, Tahiti, departing Taputapuātea early because of forecasted weather. They are expected to spend about a month in French Polynesia before continuing on the Moananuiākea Voyage, with subsequent stops this year in the Cook Islands, Sāmoa, Tonga and Aotearoa — the Māori name for New Zealand.
June 29, 2025 · 10:09 PM
UPDATE: Lava geysers reach heights up to about 1,100 feet before Episode 27 of Kīlauea summit eruption ends
High fountains lasted nearly 11 hours and produced about 1.6 bilion gallons of lava, covering 80% of the Halemaʻumaʻu Crater floor within the Big Island volcano’s summit caldera. Lava flows from this episode could continue to exhibit slow movement or incandescence throughout the coming days.
June 29, 2025 · 3:29 PM
Be patient and show aloha if plans include trip to see latest episode of Kīlauea lava fountaining
Hawai’i County Civil Defense and Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park ask the public to be aware that traffic congestion is an issue in and around the park, with reports on social media saying to expect delays just getting into the park and traveling through the Volcano area. They also offer tips to see the spectacular geysers of molten rock is safe.
June 29, 2025 · 12:46 PM
16-year-old Kailua-Kona girl critically injured in crash near Kīholo Bay Road
Police responding to the scene determined the teen was driving south on Queen Ka‘ahumanu Highway in West Hawai‘i in a black 2023 Toyota Camry, when it veered off the roadway, struck several large rocks and overturned multiple times.
June 29, 2025 · 5:00 AM
University of Hawaiʻi’s telescope dedicated in 1970 now honored for enduring impact on space exploration
University of Hawaiʻi’s 2.2-meter (88 inch) telescope on Maunakea was recognized by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Milestone program for its role in shaping astronomical research worldwide.
June 29, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Nā Leo TV invites rising Hawai‘i Island musicians to go Beyond the Mic
Open call issued for musicians through July 25. The Beyond the Mic music showcase will feature four rising Hawai‘i Island selected solo artists or music groups to have their voices and stories elevated.
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June 29, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Nā Leo TV invites rising Hawai‘i Island musicians to go Beyond the Mic
Open call issued for musicians through July 25. The Beyond the Mic music showcase will feature four rising Hawai‘i Island selected solo artists or music groups to have their voices and stories elevated.
June 26, 2025 · 1:32 PM
Still time to enter 2025 Kailua Village Independence Day Parade
Don’t miss your chance to be part of one of Kona’s most beloved traditions and come together as a community to celebrate freedom, island style.
June 26, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for June 27-July 3: Bonsai, Pride, 64th annual Cultural Festival, Dirty Cello and more
Diversity and culture are on display in this week’s top 10 things to do on the Big Island, from the types of events and activities happening to the people and places they represent.
June 25, 2025 · 1:30 PM
Keiki encouraged to sign up for inaugural Hawai‘i Isle Police Activities League Youth Music Showcase
Kids ages 5 to 18 years old are eligible to show off their singing chops as part of a duet, group, band or individual during this free musical showcase and competition in collaboration with Grammy-nominated local musician LT Smooth, the Hearo Foundation and University of the Nations.
June 24, 2025 · 5:00 PM
Panaʻewa Rainforest Zoo & Gardens admission fees to begin in August
In addition to the new zoo admission fees, a revised fee schedule for stall rentals at Pana‘ewa Equestrian Center also is being implemented as part of rule changes Hawai‘i County is adopting at Hilo’s Pana‘ewa Recreational Complex.
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Hawai’i Volcano Blog
UPDATE: Lava geysers reach heights up to about 1,100 feet before Episode 27 of Kīlauea summit eruption ends
June 29, 2025 · 10:09 PM HST
Be patient and show aloha if plans include trip to see latest episode of Kīlauea lava fountaining
June 29, 2025 · 3:29 PM HST
Precursory activity begins for Episode 27 of ongoing Kīlauea summit eruption
June 28, 2025 · 12:16 PM HST
Ocean Blog
Hōkūleʻa, Hikianalia arrive at center of Pacific voyaging heritage, Taputapuātea
June 30, 2025 · 1:00 AM HST
Brown water advisory issued at Honokōhau Harbor in West Hawai‘i
June 27, 2025 · 2:55 PM HST
Coastal flood statement issued for Big Island shorelines
June 26, 2025 · 5:23 PM HST
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June 25, 2025 · 5:00 AM HST
Maui Now
HECO’s Public Safety Power Shutoff is ready if needed as dry summer looms
As first responders, emergency management agencies and landowners prepare for a dry summer, Hawaiian Electric reports it is readying its Public Safety Power Shutoff program to reduce the risk of ignitions from its equipment in dry and windy conditions.
Maui Health Foundation names Leana Taylor as Director of Philanthropy
Maui Health Foundation Chief Philanthropy Officer Melinda Sweany has announced the addition of Leana Taylor, MA, ATC, CPT, as Director of Philanthropy. This new position was created to expand outreach efforts in support of Maui’s healthcare system, with Taylor focusing on building donor relationships, major gift and planned giving.
Kupu calls for conservation leaders on Maui, Hawaiʻi Island, Oʻahu, and Kaua’i
Kupu, Hawai‘i’s leading youth-focused conservation and environmental education nonprofit, is now accepting applications for the Conservation Leadership Development Program. The deadline to apply is July 18, 2025.
Thousands gather in Papeʻetē to celebrate the arrival of Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia
Voyaging canoes Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia arrived in Papeʻetē yesterday to a celebration that brought together thousands of people from across Tahiti, Hawaiʻi, and beyond. Accompanied by Tahitian voyaging canoe Fa‘afaite, a fleet of smaller canoes, paddlers, and jet skis, the vessels sailed into the harbor in a moment that honored half a century of Hōkūleʻa’s legacy and the ancestral relationship between Hawaiʻi and French Polynesia.
Monday Morning Maui Sports: At 13, Micah Diaz is already a two-time national boxing champion
Micah Diaz, 13, has been boxing for less than three years, but veteran coach Nante Manangan knew he “very special” the first time he stopped by to try boxing practice in the facility that Manangan has in his backyard and garage in North Kīhei. Manangan said that Micah Diaz is the first two-time national champion boxer ever from Maui.
Kaua‘i Now
Kaua‘i man dies after being swept out to sea while night diving
Kaua‘i first responders were dispatched at approximately 9:20 p.m. on Sunday to Kaʻakaʻaniu Beach, also known as Larsen’s Beach, in Moloaʻa, after receiving a report that a man from Kīlauea had gone missing while diving.
Kaua‘i structure fire kills 2 pets, displaces 2 residents
Kaua‘i Fire Department responded to the blaze on Hoi Road shortly after 12:30 a.m. When crews arrived on scene, firefighters discovered a residence on fire.
Hundreds get rolling during Wilcox Medical Center’s 10th annual Keiki Bike & Skateboard Safety Day
Highlights of the event included keiki receiving free mult-use helmets, bike skills enhancement course, skateboard lessons and tips, free bike tune-ups, educational booths about concussion prevention and 55 children receiving free bicycles donated by Wilcox employees and the community.
Spawnbreezie headlines America’s Most West Freedom Fest at Pacific Missile Range Facility
“Freedom Fest is a fantastic community celebration with top entertainment, lots of good food and fun activities throughout the evening.” — Pacific Missile Range Facility Director of Fleet and Family Services Jeffrey Shaw
7th annual Garden Island Boogie Board Classic set for July 18-20
Registration is now open for this year’s installment of the competition, hosted and organized by Kaua‘i nonprofit Kaikeha, that showcases some of the world’s best bodyboarding talent, from near and far.
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