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October 11, 2025 · 11:00 AM

Apply today: Hawai‘i House of Representatives seeking staff members for 2026 legislative session

If you have ever wanted to explore the legislative process and gain valuable experience as a session staff member at the state Capitol in Honolulu, here’s your chance. Apply today.
October 11, 2025 · 9:00 AM

13 lane closures scheduled during week of Oct. 11-17 on Hawai‘i Island state roadways

Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Will any of these planned closures impact your commute or fun? Take a look and plan ahead now.
October 11, 2025 · 5:00 AM

8 women from Big Island competing today in Ironman World Championship in Kona

On the eve before the race, the Big Island competitors were excited and hopeful for the day. For most, it will be their first time taking on the grueling 140.6-mile swim-bike-run course.
October 11, 2025 · 3:00 AM

Department of Defense holding public meeting about restoration progress of Waikōloa Maneuver Area

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will update the community on the ongoing environmental restoration of the Waikōloa Maneuver Area after over two decades of removal actions on Oct. 15.
October 11, 2025 · 1:00 AM

Solveig Løvseth of Norway claims Ironman World Championship after Taylor Knibb, Lucy Charles-Barclay resign from race

Reigning Ironman World Champion Laura Philipp of Germany will lead the professional field that includes two other Ironman World Champions: Great Britain’s Lucy Charles-Barclay and American Chelsea Sodaro.
October 10, 2025 · 2:30 PM

Zonta pays it forward by awarding $10K in microgrants to 6 Big Isle businesswomen

The Hilo club’s “Pay It Forward” program is aimed at helping women entrepreneurs on Hawai‘i Island start a new business or expand an existing business. Six winners were awarded this year.
October 10, 2025 · 1:00 PM

DTRIC will transition to run-off insurance carrier, take on no new or renew existing policies

The Hawai‘i car, home and renters insurance firm will, however, continue to administer all active policies for its thousands of customers throughout the state, manage claims and meet its contractual and statutory obligations throughout the next several years.
October 10, 2025 · 10:03 AM

Update: Hawai‘i Island police ID remains of second victim found in downed banyan tree

On July 20, the massive tree was uprooted and fell onto Kīlauea Avenue and a nearby church. At that time, the remains of two women were discovered in the debris of the tree.
October 10, 2025 · 7:40 AM

Scheduled IRONMAN World Championship race day road and lane closure maps

Also, be sure to watch the video featuring members of Hawai‘i Police Department and how to be as safe as possible while the race is happening and during the last few days racers are in town.
October 10, 2025 · 7:10 AM

IRONMAN World Championship schedule for Oct. 10: Little bit of a calm before the storm; check in and cheer starts later this morning

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‘This Is Not a Drill’: New musical explores experiencing the 2018 false missile alert

Hawaiʻi officials confirmed 38 minutes after the alert was sent out the morning of Jan. 13, 2018, that it was a false alarm, but people throughout the state were panicking as many sought shelter and contacted loved ones, thinking their lives were about to end. Like many, part-time Kauaʻi resident and the show’s author Holly Doubet was terrified.
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Hawai‘i Business 

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Hawai’i Volcano Blog 

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Minor coastal flooding forecast along shores of all islands of state during high tides
October 6, 2025 · 6:59 PM HST
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OHA seeks input on 15-year strategic plan update

The Office of Hawaiian Affairs Board of Trustees is updating its strategic plan, and has called on beneficiaries and the community to share feedback before Monday’s deadline.

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On Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025, Calvin Hara, community educator of the Alzheimer’s Association Hawaiʻi Chapter and member of the Alzheimer’s/Dementia Rotary Action Group, will present “10 Healthy Habits for Your Brain” at the public meeting of the Rotary Club of Kīhei-Wailea.

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Speed appears to be a contributing factor in the crash, and toxicology results are pending to determine if impairment played a role.

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Reigning Ironman World Champion Laura Philipp of Germany will lead the professional field that includes two other Ironman World Champions: Great Britain’s Lucy Charles-Barclay and American Chelsea Sodaro.

MTB Kaua‘i up and rolling, on mission to elevate mountain biking on the Garden Isle

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Office of Hawaiian Affairs wraps up time at 2025 Native Hawaiian Convention knowing ‘our future is in good hands’

“What we witnessed here is the strength, resilience and unity of our lāhui — a clear sign that our future is in good hands,” said Office of Hawaiian Affairs Board of Trustees Chairman Kaialiʻi “Kai” Kahele.

Road closures scheduled in Līhu‘e for fiber optic installation

Several road closures are scheduled to allow for the installation to occur, which will take place on weekdays only from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., according to a Kaua‘i County press release.

 


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