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Mana Road fire 65% contained; no residences or structures threatened
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Photos: Vietnam Medal of Honor recipient interned at West Hawai‘i Veterans Cemetery
Community and family members gathered at West Hawai‘i Veterans Cemetery on Tuesday to celebrate Army Sgt. 1st Class Rodney Yano, who was killed in Vietnam in 1969.November 11, 2025 · 3:44 PM HST
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November 11, 2025 · 4:35 PM
Update: High surf still a concern for east-facing shores; forecasters extend advisory
National Weather Service cancels advisory for north-facing shores, but eastern shorelines can still expect to see large breakers from 9 to 12 feet increasing to 10 to 14 feet Wednesday (Nov. 12).
November 11, 2025 · 3:17 PM
Photos: Vietnam Medal of Honor recipient interned at West Hawai‘i Veterans Cemetery
Community and family members gathered at West Hawai‘i Veterans Cemetery on Tuesday to celebrate Army Sgt. 1st Class Rodney Yano, who was killed in Vietnam in 1969.
November 11, 2025 · 2:00 PM
Mauna Kea observatory reveals closest-ever view of planet-forming disk around young star
Using the W.M. Keck Observatory on Mauna Kea, astronomers have taken the closest-ever look at dusty regions where planets form, offering new insight into the earliest stages of planetary birth.
November 11, 2025 · 1:37 PM
Strong winds, low humidity could lead to public safety power shutoffs
Hawaiian Electric monitoring wildfire risk conditions on Hawai‘i Island.
November 11, 2025 · 12:00 PM
Change in leadership prompts state to seek applicants for the Public Utilities Commission
The Public Utilities Commission regulates all chartered, franchised, certificated and registered public utility companies operating in the state.
November 11, 2025 · 10:56 AM
Mana Road fire 65% contained; no residences or structures threatened
As of this morning, firebreaks have been cut completely around the burn area.
November 11, 2025 · 10:00 AM
Register keiki now for WNBA girls basketball season with Hawai‘i County
Put on by Hawai‘i County’s Parks and Recreation Department, practice for the North Hawai‘i Novice Girls Division Basketball season starts Jan. 5 with games slated for Feb. 3 to March 12.
November 11, 2025 · 9:00 AM
Isaac Kepoʻokalani Hale Beach Park to reopen tomorrow
County of Hawaiʻi is set to reopen the park on Wednesday, Nov. 12 following the closure for crane dredging at Pohoiki Boat Ramp.
November 11, 2025 · 5:00 AM
Mom’s wish comes true: Her son killed in Vietnam will be buried on Big Island — on Veterans Day
Retired U.S. Army Command Sgt. Maj. Jim Hussey said Army Sgt. 1st Class Rodney Yano will be the first Medal of Honor recipient to be interned at the West Hawai‘i Veterans Cemetery in Kona.
November 11, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Construction on the Keaʻau-Mountain View Public Library begins this week
The new public library will meet the needs of the growing Puna population with accessible, standalone library services and innovative spaces for learning and community events.
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November 6, 2025 · 7:00 AM
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The Spooky Season is behind us, Big Island, which means it’s beg … Oh. Nope. Not going there yet. Get those bodies up and going, friends and neighbors. Let’s enjoy as much as we can with as many loved ones as possible to make as many special memories our own brains can hold. Check out the top things to do now!
November 6, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Get ready to roll: Aloha Skate Roller Draft Tournament to hit Big Island
Competitors from the mainland, Germany, Japan, and Canada will be lacing up their skates for a weekend of thrilling competition, community spirit, and island vibes.
November 1, 2025 · 11:35 AM
Results from the 27th annual ‘Ohana Shoreline Fishing Tournament
“Fishing is one of our most cherished cultural traditions, and events like this are a great way to celebrate and perpetuate this heritage while bringing together families and friends,” said Hawai‘i County Parks and Recreation Director Clayton Honma.
October 31, 2025 · 8:01 PM
Last-minute haunts for Halloween 2025
There are still plenty of activities — including several haunted house attractions and events with more of an adult theme — happening yet tonight to get into some mischief, cast a few spells and show off your wicked side.
October 31, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Don’t let Halloween end in horror: Police remind all ghouls, ghosts and goblins to make safety a priority
Hawai‘i Police Department encourages all community members to look out for one another this Halloween because everyone deserves to enjoy the evening without worrying about being in a nightmare of their own.
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Hawai’i Volcano Blog
Episode 36 of the ongoing Kīlauea eruption expected in next few days
November 6, 2025 · 10:30 AM HST
Kīlauea activity intensifies, signaling imminent start of episode 36 of ongoing eruption
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New eruptive episode at Kīlauea approaching
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Ocean Blog
Four legendary ocean athletes inducted into Hawaiʻi Waterman Hall of Fame
November 10, 2025 · 8:00 AM HST
Update: Coastal flooding likely to continue through Sunday morning
November 8, 2025 · 12:25 PM HST
High surf advisory in effect until 6 p.m. Thursday for north shores of Big Island
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Maui Now
Maui Health Foundation representative to speak at Rotary meeting in Lahaina
The upcoming meeting of the Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset on Nov. 18 features Leana Taylor, director of philanthropy at the Maui Health Foundation. Her position was created to expand outreach efforts in support of Maui’s healthcare system.
Navy to start ventilating eighth Red Hill Facility tank; air quality monitoring continues
Navy Closure Task Force-Red Hill will begin venting tank 20 at the Red Hill Bulk Fuel Storage Facility this week, marking another step in the facility’s decommissioning process. Tank decommissioning involves various steps, to include defueling, venting, and ultimately the permanent closure of each tank.
Staff say Maui Job Corps’ urgent enrollment goal is to keep program alive
Maui’s only free live-in career training program for young adults is calling on the community to help spread the word: Maui Job Corps Center in Makawao is open, enrolling and needs new students to stay active.
Hawaiian Electric monitoring wildfire risk conditions on Hawai‘i Island
Due to a significant shift in weather with low humidity and strong wind gusts on Hawai‘i Island today, Hawaiian Electric is monitoring conditions that may lead to an increased risk of wildfires. This PSPS watch could also potentially extend to Maui and O‘ahu later this week based on current weather forecasts.
Reminder: Maui County Senior Fair set for Saturday at Queen Kaʻahumanu Center
Health, financial, fraud prevention and other information beneficial to kupuna and entertainment headlined by Uluwehi Guerrero and his Hālau Hula Kauluokalā highlight the 52nd Maui County Senior Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 15, at the Queen Kaʻahumanu Center.
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8-foot tiger shark sighted off Keālia Beach; officials say stay out of water
The shark was spotted at about 3 p.m. Tuesday (Nov. 11). No injuries were reported. It also comes on the heels of two other shark sightings and a lifeguard/surfer getting bitten by a shark last week in waters off other Kaua‘i beaches.
Update: Weliweli Road drainage work delayed until January 2026
The work was originally slated to begin Nov. 10. More information will be provided when available.
ʻŌlelo to broadcast, stream Office of Hawaiian Affairs committee, board meetings
Broadcast and streaming of meetings conducted elsewhere throughout the islands — not just from the Office of Hawaiian Affairs boardroom on O‘ahu — also will be allowed, such as recent sessions at University of Hawai‘i at Hilo’s College of Hawaiian Language.
Kauaʻi’s first pickleball event to raise funds for local families in need
The first annual Kauaʻi Pickleball Tournament of Hope will raise money for programs through Child & Family Service as state funding cuts threaten valuable services for families.
Scientist reports recent Kaua’i shark encounters reflect normal fall behavior
Following a shark bite incident off Kauaʻi’s North Shore, experts affirm that such encounters align with normal seasonal behavior, stressing that the risk to swimmers remains low despite temporary beach closures.
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