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Big Island Now news briefs for April 29: Drinking Water Week, signwaving for safer roads, National Library Week and more
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Hawaiʻi lawmakers reach agreement to preserve promised tax relief for working families
The final version of income tax measure maintains tax cuts passed in 2024 for joint filers earning less than $350,000, heads of household less than $262,500 and single filers less than $175,000, preserving critical financial relief for Hawaiʻi’s working and…April 29, 2026 · 9:07 AM HST
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April 29, 2026 · 11:25 AM
Hawai‘i County Police Commission Office closed due to staffing shortage
For questions about the Police Commission, call 808-961-2309.
April 29, 2026 · 11:00 AM
First step to achieving their goals: Video series highlights University of Hawai‘i Community College transfer success
The message throughout every story of each of the seven students is the same: you don’t need to have everything figured out to begin; students can start where they are — and go beyond.
April 29, 2026 · 9:00 AM
Delegates from Polynesian Voyaging Society, Kamehameha Schools conclude 10-day visit to Taiwan
Events and site visits around the East Asia island advanced relationships, educational partnerships and logistical preparations for the anticipated arrival of traditional Polynesian voyaging canoes Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia in spring 2027.
April 29, 2026 · 7:00 AM
‘No Hate in the 808’: State commissions launch campaign to combat discrimination
“This collaboration reflects our shared commitment to equity, dignity and inclusion for all people in Hawaiʻi,” said a joint statement from the partnering commissions involved with the statewide initiative. “Together, we are sending a clear message: discrimination is unlawful, unacceptable and will not be tolerated.”
April 29, 2026 · 6:00 AM
Hawaiʻi lawmakers reach agreement to preserve promised tax relief for working families
The final version of income tax measure maintains tax cuts passed in 2024 for joint filers earning less than $350,000, heads of household less than $262,500 and single filers less than $175,000, preserving critical financial relief for Hawaiʻi’s working and middle-income households.
April 29, 2026 · 5:00 AM
New office launched at University of Hawaiʻi 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.
April 29, 2026 · 4:00 AM
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April 29, 2026 · 3:00 AM
Mother’s Day orchid show in Kona features local growers, vendors
Celebrate Mother’s Day early at the Kona Orchid Society’s annual Orchid Show on May 2 at Makaeʻo Pavilion, where you can explore a stunning array of vibrant, blooming orchids.
April 28, 2026 · 7:08 PM
POLICE: Avoid east end of Wood Valley Road in Kaʻū
That portion of the road in Pahala is CLOSED at this time because of flooding.
April 28, 2026 · 3:00 PM
2 speed humps, 1 speed table to be installed in Honalo
State transportation officials say the new speed reduction tools on Māmalahoa Highway and Kuakini Highway will improve safety in the area, where 8 traffic crashes happened during the past 5 years, including one fatality.
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April 29, 2026 · 3:00 AM
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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 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.
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Maui Now
Appliance replacement program launched for residents impacted by kona low storms
In response to the recent kona low storms that impacted communities across the state, Hawaiʻi Energy, the state’s energy conservation program, is launching an Appliance Replacement Program to help residents replace damaged household appliances with new energy-efficient models.
Public encouraged to keep forests clean by reporting illegal dumping
The DLNR Division of Forestry and Wildlife recently discovered roughly 200 rubber tires dumped on the Puʻu ʻŌhiʻa Trail in the Honolulu Watershed Forest Reserve.
Hawaiʻi State Senate to host remembrance honoring former Congresswoman and Senate President Colleen Hanabusa
The Hawaiʻi State Senate will honor the life and service of former Congresswoman and Senate President Colleen Wakako Hanabusa on Thursday, May 7, 2026, in the Senate Chamber at the Hawaiʻi State Capitol.
Section of road in Kaupō will be closed 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. May 4-8 due to geotechnical work
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New report just in time for Native Plant Month highlights several newly discovered Hawaiian plant species, others rediscovered
Find of five new species and rediscovery of several species previously thought lost are detailed in the new “Rare Plant Program 2025 Island Highlights” report, giving Hawaiian plant enthusiasts a great deal to celebrate during Native Plant Month in April.
Kekaha residents advised of planned April 30 water outage
To allow for essential system upgrades, a planned water service shutdown will take place on April 30 in parts of Kekaha, affecting ʻUlili Road.
Agreement reached by Hawaiʻi lawmakers for preservation of promised tax relief
The final version of income tax measure maintains tax cuts passed in 2024 for joint filers earning less than $350,000, heads of household less than $262,500 and single filers less than $175,000, preserving critical financial relief for Hawaiʻi’s working and middle-income households.
Two teachers open Hawai’i Standard Time Brewing in Līhu’e
After years of careful planning, experimenting with flavors and ingredients, and overcoming pandemic setbacks, Skyler Lassman and Paul Schmitz opened their craft brewery on Kress Street.
Kauaʻi Community College internships combine high tech with cultural preservation
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