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Long-term solutions being explored after dredging of Pohoiki Boat Ramp failed
The important boat ramp in Puna has been unusable since the Kīlauea eruption in 2018, and now it will be years more before it can function due to a failed dredging project.October 29, 2025 · 5:09 AM HST
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Big Island News
October 29, 2025 · 12:08 PM
Aloha In Action activating 12 food distribution sites around Big Island
With generous support from friends and neighbors in the Kūkiʻo, Kohala Coast and Waimea communities — along with many others around the island, state and nation — early efforts will focus on underserved areas where families might feel the greatest impact of the disruption, including North Hawaiʻi, the Hāmākua Coast and Puna mauka.
October 29, 2025 · 10:59 AM
Hawaiian Airlines retires iconic HA callsign after 96 years
Hawaiian Airlines bids farewell to its iconic “HA” callsign today, marking the end of an era as it merges with Alaska Air Group.
October 29, 2025 · 5:00 AM
East Hawaiʻi Island districts welcome wet season after abnormally drier dry season
As East Hawaiʻi welcomes its wet season after one of the driest dry seasons in three decades, the potential impact of a La Niña event could bring above-normal rainfall through early spring 2026
October 29, 2025 · 5:00 AM
Long-term solutions being explored after dredging of Pohoiki Boat Ramp failed
The important boat ramp in Puna has been unusable since the Kīlauea eruption in 2018, and now it will be years more before it can function due to a failed dredging project.
October 29, 2025 · 3:00 AM
‘Bussin’ volcano bowls’ erupt with fresh, locally sourced food at Hawai‘i schools
95 school cafeterias throughout the islands served up more than 4,300 pounds of local ground beef, 6,300 pounds of local green lettuce and 4,400 pounds of local tomatoes making the playful take on a taco salad in celebration of National School Lunch Week and Farm to School Month.
October 29, 2025 · 1:00 AM
New, online PharmD program opens access to education at UH-Hilo
The University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo is offering an innovative online PharmD program starting January 2026 to allow working professionals in Hawaiʻi to advance their careers with better access to education.
October 28, 2025 · 5:33 PM
State lawmakers to be briefed about work, certification requirements for SNAP
The briefing will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday (Oct. 29) in Conference Room 309 at the state Capitol in Honolulu and also livestreamed on the House YouTube channel for those who cannot make it in person.
October 28, 2025 · 4:16 PM
Excessive speeding, reckless driving continue to endanger lives on Big Island roadways
Hawai’i Police Department urges the public to be extra cautious and drive responsibly following a recent increase in reports and incidents involved reckless and dangerous driving; including the crash that claimed the life of a 47-year-old Kona woman and ultimately a 3-week-old infant.
October 28, 2025 · 3:23 PM
Playground at Spencer Kalani Schuttle District Park is temporarily closed for repairs
The playground in Waimea will be closed from Oct. 28 to Nov. 8 for essential maintenance.
October 28, 2025 · 2:00 PM
New instrument on Subaru Telescope leads to breakthrough discovery
A photonic lantern allows astronomers to see deeper into space than ever before using a single telescope.
Ironman
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Big Island triathletes cross finish line at Ironman World Championship in Kona
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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
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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
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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
Maui’s Anson Cabello leads UH, Georgia freshman ties course record in round 2 of Kāʻanapali Classic
Maui’s own Anson Cabello led the Rainbow Warriors on Tuesday during an eventful second round at the Kā‘anapali Classic.
Hayneses named Humanitarians of the Year by nonprofit directors
Jimmy and Honey Bun Haynes were named Humanitarians of the Year by the Maui Nonprofit Directors Association at the organization’s annual meeting earlier this month.
Lahaina Strong to host 2nd Mākeke on Halloween
Lahaina Strong announced its 2nd Lahaina Strong Mākeke taking place on Halloween, Friday, Oct. 31 from 4:30–8:30 p.m. at the Ka La’i Ola Community, located at 348 Wahikuli Rd.
Hawai‘i schools serve up locally sourced ‘volcano bowls’ for Farm-to-School Month
This October, Hawaiʻi public school cafeterias statewide were invited to serve “bussin’ volcano bowls” — a playful take on a taco salad — for lunch, featuring locally sourced beef, lettuce and tomatoes where available. More than 4,300 pounds of local ground beef, 6,300 pounds of local green lettuce and 4,400 pounds of local tomatoes were distributed to 95 participating schools.
Holiday gifts for kūpuna sought for Kaunoa Senior Services Giving Tree
The County of Maui’s Kaunoa Senior Services is seeking community support for this year’s Giving Tree campaign to provide holiday gifts to homebound seniors.
Kaua‘i Now
Rotary members in Hawai‘i mark progress toward polio-free world
Polio anywhere is a threat everywhere; Without complete eradication, the paralyzing virus remains just a plane ride away from the Aloha State.
Hawaiian Airlines historic HA callsign makes its final flight
Hawaiian Airlines bids farewell to its iconic “HA” callsign today, marking the end of an era as it merges with the Alaska Air Group and transitions under the “Alaska” callsign.
Grand Hyatt partners with Kaua‘i Humane Society to host Canine Costume Contest
Participants can compete in multiple categories such as “Cutest Costume,” “Scariest Costume” and “Best Pet and Owner Themed Costume.” The event also serves as a pet food drive and adoption opportunity.
North Shore Give caravan delivers gratitude to Kauaʻi’s first responders
On National First Responders Day, North Shore Give led a heartfelt caravan of gratitude across Kauaʻi, delivering homemade cookies and custom T-shirts to personnel at fire, police and ambulance stations.
Study: Rare North American bumblebee’s downfall began long before humans
Co-authored by a University of Hawaiʻi at Manoa researcher, the new study suggests the bee’s long-term genetic vulnerability made it especially fragile and less able to cope with past and current environmental stresses.
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