North Hawai‘i News
Waimea prepares: Community invited to critical town meeting about emergency readiness
Recent events such as the destructive kona lows in March underscore how quickly emergencies can escalate and how vital it is for communities — including Waimea — to be prepared, connected and informed.
Vision to take physical shape: St. James’ Episcopal parish prepares to break ground on The Gathering Place
New multi-use community hub to expand food security efforts, youth programming and essential services in Waimea.
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.
20 lane closures scheduled during week of May 2-8 on Big Island state roadways
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting.
Monthly statewide outdoor emergency siren test slated morning of May 1
All sirens will sound a 1-minute steady tone, accompanied by a test of the Emergency Alert System in cooperation with the Hawai‘i broadcast industry.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for May 1-7: Lei Day, AstroDay, Mother’s Day Orchid Show and more
This upcoming weekend promises 3 days packed full of so much fun for the entire ‘ohana, we had to slightly increase the top 10 to a top 11 things to do — with activities, events and festivals planned spanning from the earth under your feet to outer space.
20 lane closures scheduled during week of April 25-May 1 on Big Island state roadways
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting.
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!
Chief Mahuna continues to foster open dialogue with free talk story sessions
A free, informal talk story will be from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, April 21 at the Kohala Intergenerational Center in Kapaʻau.
New podcast spotlights Hawaiʻi Island ʻōpio choosing to build future at home
Vibrant Hawaiʻi is introducing the podcast this year with renewed intention — to challenge the long-standing narrative that Hawaiʻi’s most promising ʻōpio must leave the island to succeed.
22 lane closures scheduled during week of April 18-24 on Big Island state roadways
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting.
Mango Medical hosts free Health Career Exploration Seminar 2026 in Waimea
“You cannot be what you cannot see,” said nurse practitioner Joshua Lessard-Chaudoin. “Our goal is to give students meaningful exposure to healthcare careers, connect them with mentors and help guide their future pathways in medicine and wellness.”
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for April 17-23: Freaky Tiki, Uncle Charlie, Maisey Rika, HI-CAL DEAD, kickball, Earth Day cleanup and more
It’s another week with plenty to do around the Big Island, but if you’re a music enthusiast — or just like to listen to great tunes — several venues have events planned that are pitch perfect for you; check out this week’s top 10 things to do on the Big Island now!
State urges residents to remain vigilant as flood watch continues
With statewide flood watch extended: “We urge everyone to stay informed and be prepared to act if needed,” said said state Adjutant General and Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency Director Maj. Gen. Stephen Logan.
Election notification cards should arrive soon in mailboxes of Big Island voters
Verifying accurate and current voter registration information is necessary to ensure voters receive a ballot in the mail.
17 lane closures scheduled during week of April 11-17 on Big Island state roadways
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for April 10-16: Truly Royal Parade, hula kahiko, Puna Chocolate Spring Festival and much more
There are plenty of activities and events happening around the island during the next week, and not all of them are related to Merrie Monarch Week. Check out the top 10 things to do now!
Big Island Thursday weather: Flood watch, wind advisory, winter weather advisory
A flood watch remains in effect for the Big Island, as well as a wind advisory and winter weather advisory for the island’s summits.
‘Increasingly active weather pattern’ to persist through Friday as storm strengthens
More intense heavy rainfall, which could lead to more flooding in already drowned locations throughout the state, along with isolated thunderstorms, some of which could be severe, strong winds and hazardous winter weather atop Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa still in the forecast.
Soggy situation: 12 Big Island locations already recorded 2 or more inches of rain, including 2 with more than 11 inches
Stormy conditions will continue through the rest of the week, with a major risk of even more heavy rainfall Wednesday through Friday for the entire state, and especially the Big Island, bringing with it a strong potential for additional flooding.
