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East Hawaii NewsHawaiʻi Belt Road to be reduced to one lane at Hakalau Bridge with planned makai lane…
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Tradition of Thanksgiving community meals continues with third ownership of Kona restaurant
Community members in the Kona area can pick up Thanksgiving meals starting at 9:30 a.m., but come early because the food usually runs out in less than two hours.November 26, 2025 · 5:00 AM HST
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Big Island News
November 26, 2025 · 3:00 PM
Hawaiʻi Belt Road to be reduced to one lane at Hakalau Bridge with planned makai lane closure
The closure is necessary so repairs to the foundation of the bridge can continue, is necessary in preparation for the overall Hakalau Bridge Rehabilitation Project, which is expected to begin in fall 2027.
November 26, 2025 · 1:00 PM
Chef Sam Choy and Walmart team up to feed firefighters on Thanksgiving
Renowned Chef Sam Choy, in collaboration with Kona Walmart, will provide home-cooked Thanksgiving meals to two local fire stations as a heartfelt tribute to West Side firefighters this Thursday.
November 26, 2025 · 10:00 AM
Kuʻikahi Mediation Center to continue building bridges across the community
Kuʻikahi Mediation Center celebrates a record-breaking fundraiser, gathering nearly $60,000 to support their vital mediation services and peace-building efforts on Hawaiʻi Island
November 26, 2025 · 9:00 AM
Hawaiʻi’s U.S. representatives Tokuda, Case want to hear from public about priorities entering 2026
U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda and U.S. Rep. Ed Case have each put out their own survey, which they want their constituents to fill out to better understand priorities for 2026.
November 26, 2025 · 8:22 AM
UPDATE: Kīlauea put on a show Tuesday, but episode 37 of ongoing eruption ended just before midnight
Episode 37 of the ongoing Halemaʻumaʻu eruption began on Tuesday at 2:30 p.m., and 9.2 hours it abruptly ended.
November 26, 2025 · 5:40 AM
Magnitude 4.6 earthquake strikes Big Island right after abrupt ending of Kīlauea eruption
The tremor followed the end of episode 37 lava fountaining on Kīlauea by 10 minutes, but does not appear directly related to the eruption, the U.S. Geological Survey said.
November 26, 2025 · 5:00 AM
Tradition of Thanksgiving community meals continues with third ownership of Kona restaurant
Community members in the Kona area can pick up Thanksgiving meals starting at 9:30 a.m., but come early because the food usually runs out in less than two hours.
November 26, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Hawai’i Attorney General joins bipartisan coalition calling on Shopify to crackdown on e-cigarettes
The coalition highlights that a more comprehensive solution is necessary because merchants continue to use Shopify’s services to sell illegal e-cigarettes.
November 26, 2025 · 1:00 AM
UH astronomers reveal history of red giant through ‘stellar vibrations’
Much like seismic waves reveal Earth’s inner layers, these stellar vibrations gave scientists a rare glimpse beneath the star’s surface.
November 25, 2025 · 5:24 PM
Bail at $2 million for driver charged with manslaughter of grandmother, infant in Hilo head-on crash
Kimo K. Medeiros, 43 of Kurtistown, is facing 12 charges, including two counts of manslaughter.
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November 6, 2025 · 1:00 AM HST
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
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Local Entertainment
November 22, 2025 · 6:01 PM
Vulcans fall to Toros in opening game of 2025 Southwest Airlines Big Island Invitational
The invite — hosted by University of Hawai’i at Hilo and featuring the host along with three other NCAA Division II teams — kicked off the afternoon of Nov. 22 and continued that evening and has another two games Nov. 23 at Vulcan Gym on the campus of the university’s campus in Hilo.
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
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April 19, 2025 · 1:55 AM HST
Hawai’i Volcano Blog
UPDATE: Kīlauea put on a show Tuesday, but episode 37 of ongoing eruption ended just before midnight
November 26, 2025 · 8:22 AM HST
Volcano Watch: Remembering the destructive Kalapana earthquake 50 years ago
November 21, 2025 · 2:00 AM HST
Volcano Watch: Catching up on Kīlauea; 36 episodes and counting
November 14, 2025 · 1:00 AM HST
Ocean Blog
Wave of resilience: Keaukaha community, schools to conduct tsunami evacuation exercise
November 20, 2025 · 5:00 AM HST
Police renew request for info about fisherman who disappeared 7 months ago
November 15, 2025 · 1:00 AM HST
Hōkūleʻa, Hikianalia welcomed to Aotearoa, their latest stop on Moananuiākea Voyage
November 14, 2025 · 3:00 AM HST
Four legendary ocean athletes inducted into Hawaiʻi Waterman Hall of Fame
November 10, 2025 · 8:00 AM HST
Maui Now
County of Maui offices to be closed Thursday for Thanksgiving holiday
County of Maui offices, facilities and services will be closed or modified on Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025, for the Thanksgiving Day holiday.
Operation Keiki Shield 29 nets three internet predators on Oʻahu
Three individuals have been arrested on Oʻahu as part of Operation Keiki Shield 29. Law enforcement officers conducted the operation statewide and the arrests, on charges related to internet facilitated sexual offenses against children, were made between Friday, Nov. 7 and Sunday, Nov. 9.
Queen Kaʻahumanu Center welcomes local makers for a month of holiday pop-ups
This December, Queen Kaʻahumanu Center is celebrating the holidays by spotlighting Hawaiʻi-based creators and brands through a series of special pop-up shops throughout the center. Featured Hawaiʻi brands include: Lokal Vibes, Manaola Hawaiʻi, Happy Wahine, Kahulaleʻa, Born Hawaiʻi, and Get Nutz Wear.
Suzuki-Maui Talent Education holiday concert returns Saturday in Makawao
Suzuki Maui Talent Education’s 23rd Annual Holiday Concert will be held Saturday, Nov. 29 at 7 p.m. at the historic Makawao Union Church, continuing a longtime Upcountry holiday tradition of student and professional musicians performing together.
Hawai‘i public school lunches get festive with freshly baked pumpkin pie
This November, Hawai‘i public school cafeterias added a special Thanksgiving treat to their traditional turkey lunch — a slice of freshly baked pumpkin pie served alongside roast turkey with gravy, whipped potatoes, fresh fruits and vegetables and a whole wheat roll.
Kaua‘i Now
Kaua’i Council bans disposable polystyrene bodyboards under Bill 2976
The Kauaʻi County Council has taken a bold step in environmental conservation by passing Bill 2976.
Rubbish pickup delayed in Po‘ipū, Kōloa
Residential trash service will not be conducted Nov. 27 because of staffing issues. Pickup is now anticipated to be completed by 3:30 p.m. Nov. 28.
FY 2026 Innovation Grant awards announced
Kaua‘i County Office of Economic Development received a total of 28 proposals; a selection committee reviewed all eligible projects and selected 12 to be awarded.
Road closure scheduled for portion of Kress Street in Līhu‘e
The closure Nov. 28 is necessary for Kaua‘i County Roads Division crews to perform road striping repairs within the county’s right-of-way.
Juliet Madrid receives inaugural award for exceptional promise during state government internship
Juliet Madrid successfully completed an internship with the Disability Compensation Division and now works at the Kauaʻi District Health Office.
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