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10.9M cubic yards of lava ejected during Episode 31 of Kīlauea summit eruption

Hawaiʻi County Police Commission explores strategies for filling police chief vacancy

Animal control operations on Big Island to target feral goats, sheep, mouflon

Police seek Mountain View woman missing since morning of Aug. 21

Community encouraged to help Fill A Police Cruiser and collect food for those in need

University of Hawaiʻi Foundation shatters fundraising records

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Hawai‘i Fire investigates suspicious structure fire in Puna

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Big Island News 

August 26, 2025 · 1:00 PM

Airline veteran Shelly Parker named head of Hawaiʻi guest operations for Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines

Alaska Air Group today named Shelly Parker as head of Hawai‘i guest operations for Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. Parker has also been appointed as a member of the company’s Honolulu leadership team.
August 26, 2025 · 11:45 AM

Hawai‘i Keiki Museum invites Big Island community to learn about Project HEATWAVE

Free event slated for 5:30 to 7 p.m. today at the facility in Waikōloa highlights collaborative, volunteer-led project to strengthen understanding of extreme heat and its effects on people’s health.
August 26, 2025 · 10:23 AM

Water conservation measures eased for residents from Āhualoa to Pōhākea

Hawai‘i County Department of Water Supply customers in those Hāmākua areas are now asked to continue to reduce their water use by 10% after previously being required to cut use by at 25% or more because of two water main breaks in the area.
August 26, 2025 · 8:25 AM

Communty invited to attend Puna Geothermal Venture quarterly meeting

Time during Aug. 26 meeting will be dedicated for listening to comments, answering questions and having open, respectful dialogue with community members, as well as updates about the Repower Project that will provide up to 46 MW of energy.
August 26, 2025 · 5:00 AM

‘Guardians of the Trails’ program offers career opportunities in conservation

A grant and private donation will be funding six young people as they become “Guardians of the Trails” by working full-time at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park.
August 26, 2025 · 3:00 AM

Community events in Hawai’i aim to raise awareness for suicide prevention

A series of statewide events that aim to increase awareness, reduce stigma, and foster community support for Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month.
August 26, 2025 · 1:00 AM

Two companies jump on board to move inter-island fiber infrastructure forward

The state’s first open-access, carrier-neutral inter-island fiber infrastructure is set to connect all islands with cutting-edge technology by late 2026.
August 25, 2025 · 1:00 PM

Live fire fighting training is scheduled for the Kona airport this week

Flight operations will remain unaffected while Aircraft Rescue Fire Fighting units conduct crucial live-fire training from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday to Friday.
August 25, 2025 · 10:00 AM

New playground equipment coming to Captain Cook park

A five-month redevelopment project at Arthur L. Greenwell Park’s playground in Captain Cook will enhance community accessibility and enjoyment.
August 25, 2025 · 5:00 AM

Business Monday: Groomer in Pāhoa makes pets look good while promoting health

Kim Romano, owner of Pāhoa Pet Grooming, combines her animal science background and passion for pet care to deliver personalized and stress-free grooming services in Pāhoa.
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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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Sat, Sep 6, 2025 · 9:00 am – 2:00 pm

Hilo Seniors Resource Fair 🌺 FREE EVENT!

Local Entertainment 

August 21, 2025 · 9:28 AM

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Aug. 22-28: Godzilla takes on the Palace, floating lantern ceremony nears, new paniolo TV series seeks supporters, plus more

This week’s got it all, Big Island — a radioactive reptile on the rampage brings his diverse character to the silverscreen in Hilo, an emotional evening event will fill waters in West Hawai’i with a soft glow to remember loved ones who passed and and an epic paniolo-style BBQ and music festival in Waimea will satisfy your taste-buds and pique your curiosity about a new cultural TV series. Check out our top 10 things to do on the island now!
August 17, 2025 · 6:15 AM

39th annual Hawaiʻi Kūpuna Hula Festival and craft fair now just a month away

Nearly 300 kūpuna from Hawai‘i Island, Molokaʻi and Japan will perform during the event Sept. 10-11 at OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa in Keauhou on the west side of the Big Island.
August 14, 2025 · 8:22 AM

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Aug. 15-21: A Hawaiian cultural festival, beach cleanup, theatre open house, Disco Dance Party and more

Despite the heat, this time of year is great for getting out and going before everyone’s schedules overflow with work, school activities, sports and — yes, it’s only just a few months away now — the holiday season. So don’t miss the full slate of activities and events happening during the next several days around the island.
August 10, 2025 · 11:34 AM

Kīlauea Volcano Episode 30 remains at a pause, likely to continue next week

On Aug. 6, lava fountains reached up to 165 ft., and erupted lava covered 80% of the crater floor during Kīlaueaʻs episode 30 eruption.
August 7, 2025 · 3:00 AM

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Aug. 8-14: SPAM Musubi Day, Hana No‘eau Hawaiian Arts Festival, Keiki & Dog Fun Day, plus more

This week’s top 10 is a celebration of diversity once again — for events and activities — with everything from observing the fifth annual SPAM Musubi Day to the Hana No‘eau Hawaiian Arts Festival and a tail-wagging good time for keiki and their furry best friends. Check out this week’s top 10 things to do on the Big Island now!

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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 Business 

Business Monday: Groomer in Pāhoa makes pets look good while promoting health
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Aug. 22-28: Godzilla takes on the Palace, floating lantern ceremony nears, new paniolo TV series seeks supporters, plus more
Business Monday: Tea Hawaiʻi & Co. helps nurture growing industry on the Big Island
Nurses at Queen’s North Hawai‘i Community Hospital ratify new contract

Hawai’i Volcano Blog 

10.9M cubic yards of lava ejected during Episode 31 of Kīlauea summit eruption
August 23, 2025 · 10:12 AM HST
Episode 31 of ongoing summit eruption underway at Big Island’s Kīlauea volcano
August 22, 2025 · 3:12 PM HST
Volcano Watch: Fringes and fractures for Episode 30
August 22, 2025 · 3:00 AM HST

Ocean Blog 

Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia make stop in Cook Islands
August 21, 2025 · 3:00 AM HST
High surf advisory remains in effect for south-facing shores
August 10, 2025 · 7:35 AM HST
High surf advisory in effect this weekend for south-facing shores of Big Island
August 7, 2025 · 5:12 PM HST
UPDATE: Coastal flooding now likely through late Sunday night along Big Island shorelines
August 7, 2025 · 5:04 PM HST

Maui Now 

The Westin Maui & Lahaina Brewing Company launch collaborative beer ‘P.S. Aloha’

The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Kā‘anapali has partnered with Lahaina Brewing Company to debut “P.S. Aloha,” a collaborative beer brewed exclusively for the resort. Launching over the Labor Day weekend, the collaboration will be celebrated with special activations, including a community-inspired Trivia Night, live performances by a new line up of Maui musicians, and oceanfront game day specials at Hale Moʻolelo.

Bank of Hawaiʻi unveils new name for historic sports venue: Bankoh Arena at Stan Sheriff Center

Bank of Hawai‘i today announced that University of Hawai‘i’s iconic sports venue has been renamed Bankoh Arena at Stan Sheriff Center.

Solar telescope on Haleakalā captures solar flare in unprecedented detail

Astronomers using the Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope on Maui have captured the most detailed images ever taken of a solar flare, revealing razor-thin magnetic loops that could transform how scientists understand and predict solar storms.

40 years since tragic loss of Maile Gilbert and 20 years of the Maile Amber Alert System

Monday, Aug. 25, 2025 marked the 40th year since 6-year-old Maile Gilbert was abducted and murdered on Oʻahu—a tragedy that led to the creation of Hawaiʻi’s MAILE AMBER Alert system 20 years ago.

West Maui YMCA Resource Center applies for Certificate of Occupancy

Maui Family YMCA has applied for a Certificate of Occupancy for the new West Maui YMCA Resource Center.  Renovations to the 6,500-square-foot facility located at  226 Kupuohi Street in Lahaina have been completed and have successfully passed all required inspections.  The Center is anticipated to open in mid-September.

Kaua‘i Now 

Kauai Weather Forecast for August 26, 2025

A low pressure system north of the island chain will remain embedded in the broader regional high pressure ridge pattern. This weak low pressure system will…

Kauai Surf Forecast for August 26, 2025

Small, long period south swell energy should arrive today into tomorrow boosting south shore surf through Friday before gradually declining. Surf along N…

Kauai Weather Forecast for August 26, 2025

A low pressure system north of the island chain will remain embedded in the broader regional high pressure ridge pattern. This weak low pressure system will…

Kauai Surf Forecast for August 26, 2025

Small, long period south swell energy should arrive today into tomorrow boosting south shore surf through Friday before gradually declining. Surf along N…

Kauai Surf Forecast for August 26, 2025

Small, long period south swell energy should arrive today into tomorrow boosting south shore surf through Friday before gradually declining. Surf along N…

 


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