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Kumu hula Robert Cazimero’s hālau to celebrate 50 years at 62nd Merrie Monarch festival
After 50 years of teaching hula, famed musician and Kumu Hula Robert Cazimero will be taking his Hālau Nā Kamalei o Līlīlehua to Hilo to compete for the eighth — and last time. March 16, 2025 · 05:00am
Annual hula performance celebrates Kamehameha, Kūhīo and kūpuna
Beamer Solomon Halau O Po’ohala will explore the backstories of Hawaiʻi's great historic leaders and current community leaders during the annual ʻEia Ka Hula on Saturday, March 22 in Waimea.Community Puna regenerating economy with new cultural, entrepreneurial community hub
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Update: High wind warning extended for Big Island summits
National Weather Service forecasters in Honolulu expect southwest winds of 50 to 60 mph to continue ripping across the tops of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa for several more hours today, with gusts up to 70 mph.
Kumu hula Robert Cazimero’s hālau to celebrate 50 years at 62nd Merrie Monarch Festival
After 50 years of teaching hula, famed musician and Kumu Hula Robert Cazimero will be taking his Hālau Nā Kamalei o Līlīlehua to Hilo to compete for the eighth — and last time.
Annual hula performance celebrates Kamehameha, Kūhīo and kūpuna
Beamer Solomon Halau O Po’ohala will explore the backstories of Hawaiʻi’s great historic leaders and current community leaders during the annual ʻEia Ka Hula on Saturday, March 22 in Waimea.
Hunt for man who reportedly shot Vice officer ongoing; rewards stand at $21K
Hawai‘i Island police think Lucrisia, who is wanted for first-degree attempted murder, might be injured based on evidence collected at the scene of Friday’s shooting, which happened in the parking lot outside First Hawaiian Bank near Prince Kūhiō Plaza in Hilo.
Update: Reward climbs to possible $21K for info leading to capture, arrest of manhunt suspect
FBI matches U.S. Marshals Service reward offer for total of $20,000, Hawai‘i Island Crime Stoppers also continues to provide up to $1,000 reward as search continues for 39-year-old Christopher Lucrisia of Puna, who reportedly shot Big Island police officer twice Friday morning
‘We’re going to find you’: Hunt for Puna man who reportedly shot police officer in head continues into second day
Hawai‘i County Mayor Kimo Alameda, Hawai‘i Police Chief Ben Moszkowicz vow to bring Christopher Lucrisia, who is considered to be armed and dangerous, into custody. Meanwhile, Silas Zion, who drove the truck they fled in after the shooting, was arrested Friday evening.
Puna regenerating economy with new cultural, entrepreneurial community hub
Hale Hālāwai o Puna aims to deepen community connection and cultural engagement by offering demonstrations and promoting sustainable tourism that values the land and its traditions.
Agroforestry key to Hawai‘i’s carbon-neutral goals, new UH study reveals
Converting unused agricultural lands to agroforestry systems could help reduce extreme fire risks, boost food production and revive Indigenous and place-based land management practices.
Pelletier: Accusations ‘baseless’ after being named in civil lawsuit against Diddy
Maui Police Chief John Pelletier strongly denies any involvement in case alleging rapper and others gang raped Ashley Parham in 2018 in Orinda, Calif.
Hilo man sentenced to 30 years for 2022 kidnapping of 2 teens, sexual assault of 15-year-old Kona girl
54-year-old Duncan Mahi pleaded no contest Dec. 31, 2024, as part of a plea deal to first- and second-degree kidnapping and first-degree sexual assault in the case that prompted the Big Island’s second-ever MAILE AMBER Alert.
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Top 10 things to do on Big Island for March 14-20: Sew Fine exhibit, Groundation live, flamenco, gaming and more
Whether it’s dancing, fashion, live music or even gaming, there’s something happening on the Big Island during the next week we’re sure anyone can enjoy. Check out the top 10 things to do on the Big Island now!
End of an era: Last Kona Brewers Festival to benefit 17 nonprofits
Started by the nonprofit Ke Kai Ala Foundation, the festival has given $1.8 million to community groups over the 30 years the event has been hosted.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for March 7-13: Final Kona Brewers Festival, KS Hawai‘i Hōʻike, YAS Fest, Redeeming Māhū and more
Many of the events and activities around the Big Island during the next week will focus on tradition, talent and taddies. Check out this week’s top 10 things to do now!
Actresses rebuked for posting video of one of them touching sea turtle while in Hawai‘i
The Instagram post by actress China McClain was taken down by midday March 3 after garnering tens of thousands of reactions and more than 2,000 comments, many of which pleading for the video to be removed and an apology for potential cultural insensitivity.
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State NFIB says 20% small business deduction is key to easing small business uncertainty
Small business owners are increasingly uncertain about economic conditions, according to the latest Small Business Optimism Index released by the National Federation of Independent Business.
NASA selects UH Mānoa planetary scientist for Lucy asteroid mission
Emily Costello, a planetary scientist at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa, was selected by NASA as one of eight participating scientists to join its Lucy mission to the Jupiter Trojan asteroids. These asteroids are remnants of the early solar system trapped on stable orbits associated with, but not close to, the planet Jupiter.
Hawaiʻi child support agency launches mobile app, enhances web portal
The Department of the Attorney General Hawaiʻi Child Support Enforcement Agency has launched a new mobile app and upgrade to its web portal, aiming to improve access for parents managing child support cases.
Study links micronutrient deficiencies to childhood obesity in Pacific
Children ages 2 to 8 across 11 Pacific jurisdictions—including Hawaiʻi—are not meeting daily recommendations for key micronutrients, consuming either too much or too little, according to a recent study led by University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa scientists.
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Elsie H. Wilcox Elementary School principal honored among state’s top 15 principals
This is longtime educator Corey Nakamura's third time being nominated for the Masayuki Tokioka Excellence in School Leadership Award, which was created to uplift Hawai‘i's outstanding public school leaders and honor them for the efforts they make to provide students with high-quality learning opportunities.
Help always within reach: Automated external defibrillator installed at Anahola Marketplace
Installation of this life-saving device at the open-air market in the Hawaiian homestead community marks a pivotal step forward for emergency preparedeness and significantly enhances public safety.
Manhunt continues for Big Island man who reportedly shot Vice officer; police think he could be injured
39-year-old Christopher Lucrisia, who is wanted for first-degree attempted murder, has eluded police since Friday's shooting, which happened in the parking lot outside First Hawaiian Bank near Prince Kūhiō Plaza in Hilo.
