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CommunityNews briefs for May 3: Poi, new board member, film tax credit, Rocket League champs
EducationSimple ocean model predicts El Niño 15 months in advance
Public input sought for Kawaihae Harbor improvements project on Big Island
The Draft Environmental Assessment for the harbor project to improve roadway congestion, cargo capacity and aging infrastructure now is available for public review and comment.May 3, 2026 · 5:00 AM HST
CommunityNew sites opening to help residents apply for federal disaster assistance
East Hawai‘i NewsPolice continue search for 41-year-old man considered armed and dangerous
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May 3, 2026 · 10:00 AM
News briefs for May 3: Poi, new board member, film tax credit, Rocket League champs
A quick look at news happening throughout the island, state and nation.
May 3, 2026 · 8:00 AM
Simple ocean model predicts El Niño 15 months in advance
The University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa model predicts the development of a strong El Niño, more than 35.6 degrees warmer than normal over the equatorial eastern Pacific Ocean, toward the end of this year.
May 3, 2026 · 5:00 AM
Public input sought for Kawaihae Harbor improvements project on Big Island
The Draft Environmental Assessment for the harbor project to improve roadway congestion, cargo capacity and aging infrastructure now is available for public review and comment.
May 3, 2026 · 3:00 AM
Most criminal justice reform bills in Hawai‘i not moving forward this legislative session
The legislative session adjourns on May 8.
May 3, 2026 · 1:00 AM
Hawaiʻi House of Representatives celebrates inaugural Laulau Day
“Laulau is more than a beloved island staple; it carries deep cultural and historical meaning,” said Oʻahu state Rep. Darius Kila. “Preserving and promoting traditional Hawaiian foods helps honor Native Hawaiian culture and ensures these practices continue to be understood and passed on.”
May 2, 2026 · 3:00 PM
New sites opening to help residents apply for federal disaster assistance
Federal emergency management personnel will be available starting Monday, May 4, in South Kona at Kealakekua Public Library and in Puna at Keaʻau Armory at Herbert Shipman Park to answer questions and assist with registering for individual assistance.
May 2, 2026 · 1:17 PM
Police continue search for 41-year-old man considered armed and dangerous
Hawai‘i Police Department Area I Criminal Investigation Division and Vice Division members, assisted by Special Response Team personnel, executed a search warrant the morning of Friday, May 1, at a Plumeria Street property in Fern Acres, where the man, Jason Anthony Magdaleno, was thought to be present.
May 2, 2026 · 1:00 PM
ADVISORY: Increased pedestrian activity expected during BLOOM – EMPRESS 5K, Lei Day x BLOOM event
Increased foot traffic is expected from about 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, May 2, in Kona in conjunction with the women-centered community fun run celebrating movement, culture, music and wāhine empowerment.
May 2, 2026 · 10:00 AM
USS Missouri marks 40 years since recommissioning with ceremony, exhibit
Veterans reunite aboard their ship four decades later at Pearl Harbor to honor service, legacy and enduring spirit of the Mighty Mo.
May 2, 2026 · 8:00 AM
KōCreate: ʻOAKA now accepting applications
Applications for the 2-year civic leadership and workforce development program for incoming Big Island high school juniors for the 2026-27 school year are available online; deadline to submit applications is May 22.
UPCOMING FEATURED EVENTS:
Sun, May 3, 2026 · 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Musical Blockbuster: Kona Aloha Singer Spring Concert
Sat, May 16, 2026 · 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Customer Appreciation Day at KTA Keauhou
Customer Appreciation Day at KTA Keauhou 
Sat, May 16, 2026 · 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
14th Annual People’s Choice Hawaiian Honey Challenge
Local Entertainment
May 3, 2026 · 1:00 AM
Hawaiʻi House of Representatives celebrates inaugural Laulau Day
“Laulau is more than a beloved island staple; it carries deep cultural and historical meaning,” said Oʻahu state Rep. Darius Kila. “Preserving and promoting traditional Hawaiian foods helps honor Native Hawaiian culture and ensures these practices continue to be understood and passed on.”
May 2, 2026 · 1:00 PM
ADVISORY: Increased pedestrian activity expected during BLOOM – EMPRESS 5K, Lei Day x BLOOM event
Increased foot traffic is expected from about 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, May 2, in Kona in conjunction with the women-centered community fun run celebrating movement, culture, music and wāhine empowerment.
May 2, 2026 · 10:00 AM
USS Missouri marks 40 years since recommissioning with ceremony, exhibit
Veterans reunite aboard their ship four decades later at Pearl Harbor to honor service, legacy and enduring spirit of the Mighty Mo.
May 1, 2026 · 1:00 PM
News briefs for May 1: Appliance replacement, festival winners and more
A quick look at news happening throughout the island, state and nation.
May 1, 2026 · 8:00 AM
Southwest Airlines boosts ‘Ohana Rewards loyalty program with new benefits for members
Opportunity for loyalty program members to fly four one-way interisland flights and earn 1 one-way interisland flight brings more perks, more convenience, stronger interisland connections.
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Big Island Polls
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May 18, 2025 · 3:00 AM HST
Reminder: Permanent restrictions remain on the transport of ʻŌhiʻa
April 19, 2025 · 1:55 AM HST
Hawai’i Volcano Blog
Volcano Watch: Kīlauea summit eruptions outside Halemaʻumaʻu Crater
May 1, 2026 · 5:00 AM HST
Volcano Watch: Shallow earthquakes, ground deformation at Kīlauea’s summit highlight hazards near Halemaʻumaʻu
April 24, 2026 · 8:00 AM HST
Eruptive episode 45 at Kīlauea ends after nearly 9 hours
April 23, 2026 · 7:03 AM HST
Ocean Blog
Search suspended for fishing vessel crewman more than 1,200 miles offshore of Hawai‘i
April 30, 2026 · 6:51 PM HST
Study reveals robust seasonal cycles among vast diverse ocean microbial communities
April 30, 2026 · 8:00 AM HST
Delegates from Polynesian Voyaging Society, Kamehameha Schools conclude 10-day visit to Taiwan
April 29, 2026 · 9:00 AM HST
Historic Hōkūleʻa maiden deep-sea voyage launched 50 years ago May 1
April 28, 2026 · 1:00 AM HST
Maui Now
Volunteers needed to teach Junior Achievement of Hawaiʻi’s financial literacy curriculum
JAH volunteers delivered Personal Finance lessons to 25 boarding students at Lahainaluna High School in April as part of an ongoing effort to expand access to financial literacy education statewide.
Hirono, Meng introduce resolution recognizing May as AANHPI Heritage Month
This resolution celebrates the many contributions Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities have made to the nation and emphasizes the importance of celebrating diversity.
Maui Weather Forecast for May 03, 2026
A broad high pressure ridge north of the islands will produce moderate trade winds through Monday. Wind speeds will weaken from Tuesday through Thursday as a…
Surf was up at Hoʻokipa Beach for Hawaiʻi’s first state high school surfing championship
With Mauiʻi’s Kim Ball leading a long effort to make surfing an official statewide high school sport — it was fitting that a sophomore from Maui won the first state high school surfing title in Hawaiʻi history.
MEO offers pre-employment services for recently released inmates
Maui Economic Opportunity’s Being Empowered and Strong Together offers a pre-employment training program for recently incarcerated individuals that includes financial support for credentialing and certifications in trade jobs.
Kaua‘i Now
University of Hawai‘i research predicts El Niño 15 months in advance using ocean model
The University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa model predicts the development of a strong El Niño, more than 35.6 degrees warmer than normal over the equatorial eastern Pacific Ocean, toward the end of this year.
End of an era at Kōloa Rum Co. as longtime president, chief operating officer Bob Gunter steps down
The Kaua‘i distillery’s Chief Commercial Officer Robert Ramer succeeds Gunter as chief operating officer, overseeing day-to-day operations while continuing its growth and expansion into the next chapter.
More than $300 million of state’s tourism revenue washed away by kona lows in March
Number of visitors statewide in March decreased 1.7% from the same month a year before, but Kaua‘i visitor stats buck the statewide trend and see an increase; visitor spending throughout islands falls 1.6% from March 2025.
Public forum to discuss civics with panelists at Kauaʻi Community College
“Laws Make a Difference, and So Can You,” will feature a panel discussion about civics and the ways individuals can make a difference in their communities through civic participation.
Special ceremony, exhibit mark 40th anniversary since USS Missouri recommissioning
Veterans reunite aboard their ship four decades later at Pearl Harbor to honor service, legacy and enduring spirit of the Mighty Mo.
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