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Volcano Watch: The legacy of the 1975 earthquake, 50 years of study at Kīlauea’s south flank
The 1975 Kalapana earthquake has ultimately changed the understanding of Kīlauea’s south flank, and the hazards associated with its movement.November 29, 2025 · 5:37 AM HST
Hawai’i State NewsMonthly statewide siren test, audio broadcast segment is scheduled for Monday
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Big Island News
November 29, 2025 · 5:45 PM
Panel to discuss federal changes impacting Hawai‘i food, energy security and how to respond
Free Zoom event Dec. 12 will feature several officials discussing how to improve the state’s resilience and self-sufficiency.
November 29, 2025 · 1:00 PM
HFS Federal Credit Union raises $25K for Big Island kūpuna and Hawai‘i Island Adult Care
The funds will support Hawai‘i Island Adult Care’s Kūpuna in Need program, which helps subsidize services for community members who need extra assistance.
November 29, 2025 · 10:00 AM
Monthly statewide siren test, audio broadcast segment is scheduled for Monday
Outdoor siren and Emergency Alert System test is scheduled for 11:45 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 1, reminding residents to think about response to real emergencies.
November 29, 2025 · 6:26 AM
High surf warning for west shores of Big Island from 6 p.m. Saturday to noon Monday
Dangerously large breaking waves are expected to build to 15 to 20 feet along exposed west-facing shores of the Big Island.
November 29, 2025 · 3:00 AM
14 lane closures scheduled during week of Nov. 29 to Dec. 5 on Big Island state roadways
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting.
November 29, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Nearly 500 volunteers mobilized during federal shutdown
In response to the federal shutdown, Hawaiʻi Island communities united with aloha to support over 6,000 families through 14 grassroots distribution sites by giving out necessities to those in need.
November 28, 2025 · 6:30 PM
Agriculture inspectors in Hilo capture second skunk this month
A second skunk captured in Hilo this month raises concerns of invasive species that hitchhike on cargo ships and may impact the state’s rabies-free status and wildlife.
November 28, 2025 · 10:00 AM
‘Āina Reserves Weekend celebrates sustainability, luxury and spirit of place
Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort, teams up with two of Sonoma County, Calif.’s most celebrated talents for exclusive inaugural 4-day wine festival.
November 28, 2025 · 5:16 AM
40-year-old charged with murder for shooting a man in Mountain View parking lot
The shooting victim has been identified as 52-year-old John Marshall Marrou, of Volcano.
November 28, 2025 · 5:00 AM
Island of Hawaiʻi YMCA’s Christmas Tree Fundraiser returns for its 77th year
This year’s sale offers a wide selection of Nordmann fir and Noble fir trees, ranging from 3 to 10 feet tall, along with fresh wreaths.
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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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November 28, 2025 · 10:00 AM
‘Āina Reserves Weekend celebrates sustainability, luxury and spirit of place
Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort, teams up with two of Sonoma County, Calif.’s most celebrated talents for exclusive inaugural 4-day wine festival.
November 28, 2025 · 1:00 AM
Big Island’s top talent to shine on upcoming episode of ‘Hawai‘i to the World’ competition
Tune in Nov. 30 and cheer the 8 finalists representing Moku o Keawe will lay it all on stage during the Big Island auditions episode of the statewide talent competition that showcases rising artists, musicians, dancers and creators from throughout the islands.
November 27, 2025 · 3:00 AM
Top 15 things to do on Big Island for Nov. 28-Dec. 4: Holidays arrive in force, from Hilo Christmas Parade to arts and crafts fairs
‘Tis the week after Thanksgiving, when what to our wondering eyes should appear, but the arrival of Christmas and holiday events aplenty, from far and near.
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.

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Hawai’i Volcano Blog
Volcano Watch: The legacy of the 1975 earthquake, 50 years of study at Kīlauea’s south flank
November 29, 2025 · 5:00 AM HST
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Volcano Watch: Remembering the destructive Kalapana earthquake 50 years ago
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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
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Maui Now
Wailuku First Friday welcomes the holiday season, Dec. 6
Wailuku First Friday welcomes the holiday season with its monthly street festival on Friday, Dec. 6, 2025, from 6 to 9 p.m. This free, family-friendly event will transform historic Wailuku Town into a festive celebration of music, culture, food, art and community.
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.”
John Pele to speak at Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset on Tuesday
John Pele, executive director of the Maui Hotel and Lodging Association, will present at a meeting of the Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset on Tuesday, Dec. 2.
Tokuda backs bill requiring 24-hour notice of alleged abuse in military child care programs
The Military Child and Youth Program Abuse and Neglect Notification Act would codify a Department of Defense policy that was established after it became known that the Department had no requirement to notify parents in such cases.
Kaheawa Wind 1 seeks 20-year lease extension to continue operations above Māʻalaea
The operator of Maui’s oldest wind farm has completed a final environmental impact statement as part of its bid to keep its 20 turbines spinning above Māʻalaea for another two decades. Kaheawa Wind Power LLC is seeking a new 25-year lease from the state Board of Land and Natural Resources to continue generating 30 megawatts […]
Kaua‘i Now
U.S. Postal Service ready to deliver Hawai‘i’s holiday season mail, shipping needs
Members of the public are encouraged to follow the USPS online holiday hub for all their holiday shipping information.
Monthly statewide siren test will include audio broadcast segment on Monday
The monthly test of Hawaiʻi’s all-hazard Outdoor Siren and Emergency Alert System will take place across the state at 11:45 a.m. on Monday.
Volcano Watch: The legacy of the 1975 earthquake, 50 years of study at Kīlauea’s south flank
The improved understanding of how the south flank of Kīlauea behaves is part of the legacy of the 1975 Kalapana earthquake.
13 lane closures scheduled during week of Nov. 29 to Dec. 5 on Kauaʻi state roadways
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting.
UPDATE: High surf warning in effect noon Saturday through noon Monday for Kauaʻi, Niʻihau
The National Weather Service’s forecast calls for surf of 35 to 40 feet for north-facing shores, and 20 to 30 feet for west-facing shores.
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