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East Hawaii News15 lane closures scheduled during week of Nov. 22-28 on Big Island state roadways
NewsDepartment of Health records 14th case of dengue this year
Hawaiʻi Island chosen to host prestigious international Indigenous conference in 2028
“To host such a distinguished event is a great honor for our people,” said Chadd Paishon, a spokesperson for the 2028 conference. “It allows us to showcase our moana and share our aloha.”November 22, 2025 · 3:00 AM HST
Community8 honored for their efforts advancing Hawai‘i’s fruit industry
East Hawaii NewsHawaiʻi County solid waste facilities to be closed on Thanksgiving
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November 22, 2025 · 10:00 AM
15 lane closures scheduled during week of Nov. 22-28 on Big Island state roadways
In observance of Thanksgiving, there will be no contraflow or lane closures Nov. 27 unless otherwise permitted. Otherwise, be sure to check if any of these upcoming road closures and projects will impact your commute this coming week.
November 22, 2025 · 8:44 AM
Hawaiʻi County purchases Dolphin Bay Hotel, will transform it into affordable housing
Studio, 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments will be available for residents earning up to 50% of the area median income, with the first units anticipated to be ready in early 2026.
November 22, 2025 · 8:00 AM
Department of Health records 14th case of dengue this year
With global outbreaks of dengue, travelers are urged to take preventive measures against mosquito bites and stay informed of regional risks.
November 22, 2025 · 5:00 AM
8 honored for their efforts advancing Hawai‘i’s fruit industry
Hawai‘i Tropical Fruit Growers named recipients of its annual appreciation awards during the recent 35th annual Hawai‘i International Tropical Fruit Conference at Hilo Hawaiian Hotel.
November 22, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Hawaiʻi Island chosen to host prestigious international Indigenous conference in 2028
“To host such a distinguished event is a great honor for our people,” said Chadd Paishon, a spokesperson for the 2028 conference. “It allows us to showcase our moana and share our aloha.”
November 22, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Learn more about final plan for connecting green spaces in Kona
The Kona Open Space Network Conceptual Plan is a community-initiated goal of the Kona Community Development Plan to connect and preserve public open spaces by linking corridors such as trails, bike paths, shorelines, and roadways that support multimodal access.
November 22, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Hawaiʻi County solid waste facilities to be closed on Thanksgiving
The county Department of Environmental Management respectfully asks for your kōkua — please do not litter or illegally dump any materials at the closed facilities.
November 21, 2025 · 6:15 PM
Kealakehe Elementary teachers concerned about ongoing plumbing issues in third-grade building
Students in a third-grade class at Kealakehe Elementary had water splashed on them from a ceiling leak that came from water from an adult bathroom above them.
November 21, 2025 · 5:13 PM
Bail increased to $1 million for 71-year-old accused of killing a man with his van in Hilo
Robert Bradshaw, who is charged with second-degree murder, appeared for his initial appearance via video conference from a hospital bed.
November 21, 2025 · 4:37 PM
Water restrictions issued to customer from Āhualoa to Pōhākea on Big Island
A water restriction is necessary due to high water usage that is exceeding the water storage tank capacities.
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November 21, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival to honor longtime volunteers Fred and Nancy Nonaka
The annual festival — now in its 33rd year — celebrates blossoming of the historic cherry trees planted in 1972 in Church Park Row, the festival’s headquarters. Fred Nonaka helped plant them and now at 89 years old, he’s still on pruning duty. Meanwhile, his wife Nancy Nonaka was the spark behind the many cultural demonstrations and hands-on activities offered each year at Kamuela Hongwanji Mission.
November 20, 2025 · 5:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Nov. 21-27: Events on the menu to celebrate Thanksgiving, plus more
The holidays are officially upon us as we head into Thanksgiving week, and the top 10 definitely reflects the most wonderful time of the year, with several events celebrating Turkey Day 2025 and another holiday market. Be sure to check them out now!
November 19, 2025 · 1:00 PM
It’s all fun and games, even when learning how to create healthy relationships
Dr. Michael Aronowitz hosting Game Night with Lasting Benefits this weekend that will teach participants some of the skills and tools needed to sustain any kind of connection.
November 18, 2025 · 1:00 PM
Hawaiian Electric, Pacific Biodiesel partner for holiday rice drive, recipe contest
Employees donate rice for local food banks; holiday recipe contest celebrates cooking with local ingredients
November 14, 2025 · 2:40 PM
Vulcans down Lions, advance to men’s soccer PacWest Championship title match
University of Hawai‘i at Hilo men’s soccer takes on defending two-time Pacific West Conference champion Point Loma on Saturday at Westmont College in Santa Barbara, Calif., with hopes of winning its first PacWest conference title.
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Maui Now
The Westin Maui Resort to host ‘Spirit of the Season’ free holiday event on Nov. 28
The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Kāʻanapali invites locals and visitors alike to welcome the holidays in island style at Spirit of the Season on Friday, Nov. 28, beginning at 4:30 p.m.
Tokuda, Harshbarger highlight National Rural Health Day
This week, US Reps. Jill Tokuda (Hawaiʻi-02) and Diana Harshbarger (Tenn.-01), co-chairs of the Bipartisan Rural Health Caucus, led Congress in celebrating National Rural Health Day and highlighted the need to advance bipartisan policy to strengthen rural healthcare systems.
Annual Thanksgiving meal service hosted by The Salvation Army’s Kahului Corps, Nov. 26
The Salvation Army Hawaiian & Pacific Islands Division’s Kahului Corps will hold its annual Thanksgiving meal service on Wednesday, Nov. 26, at the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College.
State Legislature awards $50M to nonprofits through Act 310 grant program
The Hawaiʻi State Legislature on Thursday announced funding decisions for the Act 310, Session Laws of Hawaiʻi 2025 Nonprofit Grants Program, awarding $50 million to support nonprofits impacted by recent federal funding delays and reductions.
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State House Native Hawaiian Caucus, governor discuss military lease negotiations
Caucus members underscored the urgent need for meaningful and continuous consultation with the Native Hawaiian community as the negotiation process moves forward; they also remain committed to ensuring all future decisions honor the state’s fiduciary duties and protect Hawaiʻi’s lands for generations to come.
12 lane closures scheduled during week of Nov. 22-28 on Kaua‘i state roadways
In observance of Thanksgiving, there will be no contraflow or lane closures Nov. 27 unless otherwise permitted. Otherwise, be sure to check if any of these upcoming road closures and projects will impact your commute this coming week.
Hawai‘i Tropical Fruit Growers names recipients of annual appreciation awards
8 people were honored with annual appreciation awards during the recent 35th annual Hawai‘i International Tropical Fruit Conference at Hilo Hawaiian Hotel; the awards recognize people who advance — through research, education and practice — the use of tropical fruits to support a sustainable, local food industry in the islands.
Rising moderate northwest swell triggers high surf advisory for parts of Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau
Advisory will be in effect from noon today through 6 p.m. Sunday (Nov. 23), as waves increase to peak of 10 to 15 feet along northern shores and 8 to 12 feet along those on west sides of both islands.
Registration open for Good Jobs Hawaiʻi’s next free training; courses start in January
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