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Business Monday: New production company to host Koa Wāhine retreat in Hilo
Attendees of the retreat will learn Lua (Hawaiian warrior arts), Lualomi (warrior massage), ʻoli as embodied relation technology, voice work, pule (prayer), movement, stillness and practical tools for mana manipulation, nervous system health, and feminine law.April 27, 2026 · 10:20 AM HST
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Big Island News
April 27, 2026 · 11:00 AM
Fraud losses in 2025 increased by 25% to $79.6 million compared with previous year
A Big Island woman almost became a victim to a cryptocurrency kiosk scam, a growing trend; Federal Bureau of Investigations and Federal Trade Commission reports also reveal the state ranks fifth in the nation among per-capita fraud losses.
April 27, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Hawai‘i bucks national increasing trend for gas prices with decrease at pump during past week
Prices shortly after 8 a.m. Monday at Hilo and other Big Island gas pumps ranged from $5.19 per gallon on the low end to as much as $5.69 per gallon; prices at the pump for neighbor islands decreased 10.6 cents per gallon from last week’s average $5.64 per gallon.
April 27, 2026 · 7:00 AM
Hawaiʻi Police Department to test, evaluate new external ballistic vest uniform
Ten selected officers will wear the new vest as part of their regular duty uniform from May 1-31; the evaluation will help assess the new uniform’s comfort, mobility, durability and overall performance.
April 27, 2026 · 5:00 AM
Business Monday: New production company to host Koa Wāhine retreat in Hilo
Attendees of the retreat will learn Lua (Hawaiian warrior arts), Lualomi (warrior massage), ʻoli as embodied relation technology, voice work, pule (prayer), movement, stillness and practical tools for mana manipulation, nervous system health, and feminine law.
April 27, 2026 · 3:00 AM
Hirono, 8 Democratic colleagues urge funding for critical forest research program
Letter comes as President Donald Trump’s administration attempts to close several U.S. Forest Service research facilities, including Institute of Pacific Islands Forestry in Hilo on Big Island.
April 27, 2026 · 1:00 AM
Kobayashi honored as Hawai‘i County Intern of the Year
The 2025 marketing intern at Hawai‘i Community Federal Credit Union and student at University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa received the award during the 2026 Hawai‘i Internship Summit.
April 26, 2026 · 3:00 PM
Mānoa campus of University of Hawaiʻi earns recognition nationally for beauty
“This recognition reflects what our students, faculty and community experience every day at [University of Hawaiʻi at] Mānoa: a campus where natural beauty, culture and academic excellence come together in a unique way,” said University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Interim Provost Vassilis Syrmos.
April 26, 2026 · 1:00 PM
‘Ho‘ā Wailoa: A Tribute to Pi‘opi‘o’ transforms Wailoa Art Center into living cultural space
Keiki, ‘ohana and the broader community are encouraged to listen deeply, create meaningfully and reflect collectively on their relationship to ʻāina through a series of intergenerational experiences at the Hilo art center.
April 26, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Update about February cybersecurity incident at University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center
Deadlines near for free enrollment in credit monitoring and identity theft insurance for people who might have been impacted by the incident.
April 26, 2026 · 8:00 AM
New wave of indigenous leaders redefine philanthropy through culture, community
A virtual Hōʻike will showcase a new generation of Indigenous leaders, who are the latest participants of Philanthropono.
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April 26, 2026 · 3:00 PM
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“This recognition reflects what our students, faculty and community experience every day at [University of Hawaiʻi at] Mānoa: a campus where natural beauty, culture and academic excellence come together in a unique way,” said University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Interim Provost Vassilis Syrmos.
April 26, 2026 · 1:00 PM
‘Ho‘ā Wailoa: A Tribute to Pi‘opi‘o’ transforms Wailoa Art Center into living cultural space
Keiki, ‘ohana and the broader community are encouraged to listen deeply, create meaningfully and reflect collectively on their relationship to ʻāina through a series of intergenerational experiences at the Hilo art center.
April 23, 2026 · 3:00 AM
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for April 24-30: Beekeepers, Denim Day, growing together, S. Tokunaga anniversary, native plants and more
This week’s top 10 has everything from an ongoing exhibit featuring the legacy of Hawaiʻi beekeepers to raising awareness about sexual assault and how to prevent it; check out this week’s listings right now!
April 21, 2026 · 5:00 AM
Work to replace lava tube bridge to begin at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
Most of Nāhuku Lava Tube will remain open during construction; entrance and exit will move to the east end only until the project is completed by the end of June.
April 20, 2026 · 1:00 PM
New online events calendar helps travelers discover what’s happening throughout state
Hawaii.com feature organizes events by island, helping visitors discover festivals, cultural experiences and local happenings and bringing real-time events and experiences directly into the trip-planning process.
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Maui Now
2026 Maui Marathon results: Bassett, Green claim overall marathon titles
Runners and walkers from across the US and beyond took off at sunrise from staggered start lines in the Maui Marathon, half marathon, 10K and 5K races in Kāʻanapali on Sunday. Participants traveled the scenic out-and-back course, passing energetic aid stations before finishing among cheering spectators.
Full road closure on Hāna Highway for HECO work
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation is notifying the public that both lanes on Hāna Highway (Route 360) in Huelo will be completely closed for two hours for Hawaiian Electric Co. work. The closure will be from 10 p.m. to midnight on Thursday, April 30.
Former Chief of Staff on Maui files lawsuit alleging wrongful termination
Former Chief of Staff with the Bissen Administration, Leo Caires, is suing the County of Maui for allegations of wrongful termination and retaliation.
A retro bowling alley and other new activities enhance Lānaʻi visitor experience
Now, guests at Four Seasons Resort Lānaʻi and Sensei Lānaʻi, A Four Seasons Resort have even more reasons to explore Lānaʻi City, with new openings, cultural experiences, and easy access via complimentary shuttles and curated tours.
MIL Surf titles go to Lahainaluna girls and Maui Prep boys
The Maui Prep boys and Lahainaluna girls captured the overall Maui Interscholastic League surfing titles after each team won the final MIL event of the year, Saturday at Lahaina Harbor.
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Hawai‘i gas prices decrease during past week, bucking national trend on the rise
Prices just before 8 a.m. Monday, April 27, at Kapa‘a gas pumps ranged from $5.39 per gallon on the low end to as much as $5.99 per gallon; prices at the pump for neighbor islands decreased 10.6 cents per gallon from last week’s average $5.64 per gallon.
Kaua‘i high school students encouraged to register for 2026 Ka Pewa Youth Summit
There’s still time to add your name to the list of those who will attend the April 28 event at Kauaʻi War Memorial Convention Hall, but it’s quickly running out; register today!
Application deadline nears for Junior Police Academy class of 2026
Apply by Friday, May 1, for this year’s academy scheduled for June 1-5, giving future leaders who want to protect and serve their community an opportunity to dive into hands-on law enforcement training — from crime scene investigations and forensic science to firearm safety, first aid, physical fitness and active shooter response.
New University of Hawaiʻi office launched to boost research capacity throughout state
Hawaiʻi Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research/Institutional Development Award Office was created to help faculty and students from higher education institutions located in the office’s jurisdiction, which encompasses all of Hawaiʻi, to expand research efforts while enhancing the impact and visibility of Hawaiʻi-based research throughout the nation.
May 1 marks 50th anniversary of historic 1976 launch of Hōkūleʻa maiden voyage
It was the first time in about 600 years a voyaging canoe sailed the ancient sea road of Kealaikahiki and disproved theories of accidental drift.
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