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Kohala animal protection group rescues abandoned cat left for dead with gaping neck wound
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March 8, 2026 · 7:00 AM
Kohala animal protection group rescues abandoned cat left for dead with gaping neck wound
“A few days ago, a good Samaritan found an abandoned pet cat in heartbreaking condition and reached out to KARES for help,” wrote the organization in a Saturday morning (March 7) Facebook post. “What we discovered was something no animal should ever endure.”
March 8, 2026 · 3:35 AM
Measles exposure possible from several Big Island locations because of infected visitor
Hawaiʻi Department of Health State Laboratories Division confirmed the case of measles in a vaccinated adult visitor to Oʻahu, who also visited Hawaiʻi Island; after arriving, the visitor became ill, sought medical care and is now recovering at a private residence on Oʻahu.
March 8, 2026 · 3:00 AM
No lack of breakthroughs outlined in 2025 National Oceanic and Atmospheric science report
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March 8, 2026 · 1:00 AM
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March 7, 2026 · 2:00 PM
Remaining Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park flight operations for March
Management of the park requires the use of aircraft to monitor and research volcanic activity, conduct search-and-rescue missions and law enforcement operations, support management of natural and cultural resources and maintain backcountry facilities.
March 7, 2026 · 11:00 AM
WATCH: Hawaiʻi County hosts first Animal Control and Protection Summit
The summit brought together county officials and community members in an effort to improve public safety, animal welfare and community well-being.
March 7, 2026 · 9:00 AM
22 drivers arrested for DUI during week of Feb. 23 through March 1 on Big Island roadways
There have been 135 DUI arrests so far this year, a 19.16% decrease from the 167 DUI arrests by the same time last year.
March 7, 2026 · 7:00 AM
Distinguished Hawaiʻi artists to bring Hawaiʻi culture, history to life at Kahilu Theatre
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March 7, 2026 · 5:00 AM
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March 7, 2026 · 3:00 AM
17 lane closures scheduled during week of March 7-13 on Big Island state roadways
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Puʻunēnē Avenue night closures start March 10 in Kahului
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