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CommunityOrchid Isle Ford’s annual food drive underway
NewsHawaiʻi joins global initiative to preserve biological data of endangered species
Business Monday: Tommy Bahama opening 15th Marlin Bar in Waikōloa
The Marlin Bar and retail shop will be located in a 6,940-square-foot building in Queensʻ Marketplace that has never been occupied.October 27, 2025 · 8:56 AM HST
ActivitiesHI-PAL thanks community for swimmingly successful inaugural Kawamoto Classic
East Hawaii NewsPolice officer struck by vehicle in Hilo collision early Sunday morning
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Next stop, Aotearoa: Hōkūleʻa, Hikianalia depart Rarotonga on open ocean crossing
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Big Island News
October 27, 2025 · 1:00 PM
Utility poles to be replaced in North Kona
Motorists are advised to use alternate routes while work is taking place.
October 27, 2025 · 11:44 AM
Orchid Isle Ford’s annual food drive underway
The drive runs till Nov. 15. All donations collected in Hilo and Kona will go directly to the Food Basket for islandwide distribution.
October 27, 2025 · 11:00 AM
Hawaiʻi joins global initiative to preserve biological data of endangered species
Hawaiʻi is now at the center of a global “biobanking” network that will collect and store biological samples of endangered species for wildlife conservation purposes.
October 27, 2025 · 8:56 AM
Business Monday: Tommy Bahama opening 15th Marlin Bar in Waikōloa
The Marlin Bar and retail shop will be located in a 6,940-square-foot building in Queensʻ Marketplace that has never been occupied.
October 27, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Hawaiʻi County police commissioners discuss hiring procedures for next chief
The Hawaiʻi County Police Commission finalized aspects of the hiring process for the next police chief before the final deadline for applications on Oct. 31.
October 27, 2025 · 2:00 AM
State Land Board advances plan to re-open Hawaiʻi waters to aquarium pet industry
The rulemaking decision — made last week during a regular board meeting — follows a prior board vote to ban reef fish collection along with intense public opposition to the capture and sale of native reef fish, many from West Hawaiʻi waters.
October 27, 2025 · 1:00 AM
HI-PAL thanks community for swimmingly successful inaugural Kawamoto Classic
The swimming education event is designed to introduce keiki to aquatic sports and promote water safety; during which activities were led by student volunteers, coaches and staff from Waiākea and Hilo schools.
October 26, 2025 · 5:22 PM
Police officer struck by vehicle in Hilo collision early Sunday morning
Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating a collision that occurred in Hilo early Sunday morning and has left an officer injured and in guarded condition at the hospital
October 26, 2025 · 10:59 AM
Update: Aliʻi Drive reopens to all traffic on Sunday following the fallen fig tree branch
Hawaiʻi County Department of Public Works has reopened Aliʻi Drive near Kailua Wharf after addressing safety concerns following the collapse of a Moreton fig tree branch.
October 26, 2025 · 5:00 AM
Kamehameha Schools prepares to defend admissions policy in legal battle
Kamehameha Schools remain confident in legal standing, emphasizing that the policy plays a crucial role in preserving the cultural and educational legacy initiated 132 years ago.
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Ironman
80-year-old grandmother becomes oldest woman to finish Ironman World Championship in Kona
October 19, 2025 · 5:00 AM HST
Big Island triathletes cross finish line at Ironman World Championship in Kona
October 11, 2025 · 10:11 PM HST
Solveig Løvseth credits the ‘supernatural’ for Ironman World Championship win on brutal day that knocked out 2 race leaders
October 11, 2025 · 7:41 PM HST
UPCOMING FEATURED EVENTS:
Tue, Oct 28, 2025 · 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
KTA Puainako’s 🎪 CREEPY CARNIVAL 🎪 Haunted House!
Every Tuesday · 9:00 am – 2:30 pm
Farmers Market
Wed, Oct 29, 2025 · 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Celebrate Culture at Kings’ Shops
Local Entertainment
October 27, 2025 · 1:00 AM
HI-PAL thanks community for swimmingly successful inaugural Kawamoto Classic
The swimming education event is designed to introduce keiki to aquatic sports and promote water safety; during which activities were led by student volunteers, coaches and staff from Waiākea and Hilo schools.
October 26, 2025 · 1:00 AM
WATCH: KTA Super Stores Spotlight features University of Hawai‘i at Hilo cross-country standout Kathleen Raab
If a pair of boots can be made specifically for walkin’ — “and that’s just what they’ll do” — like the famous song says, then there’s no doubt this Auburn, Wash., native was born to run.
October 25, 2025 · 3:00 AM
15th annual Hawai‘i Farmers Union Convention celebrates full circle of food production rooted in Hawai‘i traditions
Organizers hope the role of local food producers is uplifted and a community sense of food security is strengthened, enhancing people’s ability to feed themselves and depend less on imports.
October 23, 2025 · 5:29 PM
‘Chief of War’ set geologist talks story at Hawai‘i Keiki Museum in Waikōloa
Big Island resident and University of Hawai‘i at Hilo grad Michelle Mazzetti is speaking until 7 p.m. today at the West Hawai‘i facility to share her experiences on set of the epic Hawaiian drama on Apple TV+; and speaking of geology, one of actor and producer Jason Momoa’s favorite scenes in the show is in the finale when a volcano erupts,
October 23, 2025 · 10:00 AM
Branch out this weekend and attend 11th Plant People Road Show in Kailua-Kona
Get expert advice from nursery folks hailing from around the island and shop all the beautiful flowers and plants that will be available for sale at the same time. You don’t want to miss this blooming good time!
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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
Magnitude-4.2 quake rattles Big Island and beyond
October 19, 2025 · 12:47 PM HST
Kīlauea reaches new heights as lava fountains to almost 1,500 feet during Episode 35
October 17, 2025 · 11:37 PM HST
Yes, you are seeing double: Kīlauea erupts with twin lava fountains within an hour after Episode 35 begins
October 17, 2025 · 9:34 PM HST
Ocean Blog
State Land Board advances plan to re-open Hawaiʻi waters to aquarium pet industry
October 27, 2025 · 2:00 AM HST
HI-PAL thanks community for swimmingly successful inaugural Kawamoto Classic
October 27, 2025 · 1:00 AM HST
Next stop, Aotearoa: Hōkūleʻa, Hikianalia depart Rarotonga on open ocean crossing
October 24, 2025 · 10:00 AM HST
WATCH: Kaua‘i charter boat spies its first humpback whale of 2025-26 season
October 15, 2025 · 3:00 AM HST
Maui Now
Update/Contained: Brush fire near Makaʻala drive and Kahekili Highway in Waiehu
UPDATE: 12:22 p.m., Oct. 27, 2025: The fire in Waiehu has been contained as of 12:14 p.m., per command.
Mana O Maui offers scholarship opportunity for January 2026 Surf Camp program
Mana O Maui is now accepting applications for full scholarships to attend a week-long, all-inclusive Women’s Surf Camp, hosted by Maui Surfer Girls, Jan. 18–24, 2026. These scholarships are dedicated to supporting Maui women who were deeply affected by the Lahaina or Kula fires of 2023 and who would otherwise be unable to attend. Applications are open until Nov. 15, 2025, with recipients to be announced by Dec. 1, 2025.
Alaska Airlines introduces nonstop routes with increased commitment to San Diego, Portland and Hawaiʻi
Alaska Airlines is introducing 13 new nonstop routes beginning next spring, including a range of flights from key hubs in San Diego and Portland. The airline has also added two new destinations to its route map, deepened its commitment to Hawai‘i with additional flights and solidified its role as Santa Rosa-Sonoma’s No. 1 carrier in the heart of California Wine Country.
Maui County mourns loss of Council Member Tasha Kama, 73
Heartfelt expressions of sadness and condolences on the loss of Maui County Council Member Natalie “Tasha” Kama are continuing to pour in today, less than a day after the nearly seven-year councilor died Sunday night. Kama, 73, died at 9:25 p.m. Sunday at Maui Memorial Medical Center, surrounded by her loved ones, her family shared […]
HVCB appoints Lori Joy Watanabe as Director of Strategy Implementation
The Hawai‘i Visitors and Convention Bureau has appointed Lori Joy Watanabe as director of strategy implementation, effective Oct. 1, 2025. In this newly established role, Watanabe will lead the execution of strategic initiatives that advance HVCB’s mission as a futures-based destination management organization, balancing visitor industry growth with community well-being, cultural integrity, and environmental stewardship.
Kaua‘i Now
Alaska Airlines introduces nonstop routes with increased commitment to San Diego, Portland and Hawaiʻi
Alaska Airlines is introducing 13 new nonstop routes beginning next spring, including a range of flights from key hubs in San Diego and Portland. The airline has also added two new destinations to its route map, deepened its commitment to Hawai‘i with additional flights and solidified its role as Santa Rosa-Sonoma’s No. 1 carrier in the heart of California Wine Country.
Kamehameha Schools face legal challenge over long-standing admissions policy
Students for Fair Admissions, a Virginia-based group, filed the lawsuit this week on behalf of two anonymous non-Hawaiian families, arguing that Kamehameha’s “race-based admissions policy is illegal.”
Dark Skies fall upon Pacific Missile Range Facility with mission to protect fledgling ʻaʻo, ʻuaʻu
It might sound ominous, but the effort behind the program with the bleak atmospheric name is anything but, saving fledgling Newell’s shearwaters and Hawaiian petrels from becoming victims of bright artificial light throwing off course on their maiden flights — and possibly lead them to their death.
Kauai Weather Forecast for October 27, 2025
Trades will be here for at least the next 6 days, but will be weaker than the past few days. An upper level low/trough will help bring increased instability…
Kauai Weather Forecast for October 27, 2025
Trades will be here for at least the next 6 days, but will be weaker than the past few days. An upper level low/trough will help bring increased instability…
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