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Top 10 things to do on Big Island for March 14-20: Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, enroll your keiki in a Spring Break program, explore the moon and more
There’s once again something for everybody to enjoy during the next week around the island.
Big Island police renew request for information about suspect in Waikōloa burglaries
23-year-old Tyson Stephens is also a person of interest in three additional burglaries, two trespassing investigations and an additional unauthorized entry of dwelling incident in the same area.
Most of Big Island saw drier than average conditions in February
A manually recorded rainfall total near Honokaʻa from the Community Collaborative Rain, Hail and Snow Network had the highest overall monthly total at 14.68 inches.
Kahaluʻu Beach Park in Kona to be closed at end of May because of coral spawning
Marine heat waves in 2015 and 2019 caused catastrophic bleaching and mortality of more than 90% of the cauliflower coral population. In 2018, yearly rest periods were initiated in an effort to bring the coral back to the Big Island bay’s reef.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for March 7-13: The Super American Circus returns, Kona brew fest on tap, Love Fest 2024 abounds and more
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Top 20 things to do on Big Island for Feb. 29-March 6: ‘One Uddah Mid’Summah,’ Ekolu CD release party, David Nelson Band returns and much more
Want to catch a Shakespeare classic with a local twist? Kahilu Theatre in Waimea has an upcoming production right up your alley. It’s just one of the events and activities happening around the island during the next week.
Man who was allegedly armed with baseball bat charged in two Kona robberies
25-year-old Marty Pangelinan was arrested and charged with two counts of first-degree robbery and one count of fourth-degree criminal property damage after two separate businesses along Kuakini Highway were robbed Feb. 26.
State to collect unwanted pesticides from Big Island farms, commercial users
Drop-off events are scheduled for 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 9 in Kona and April 11 in Hilo. The deadline to register is March 14.
Top 20 things to do on the Big Island for Feb. 22-29: International Night, ʻImiloa’s 18th birthday celebration, all-you-can-eat ice cream and much more
If you’re seeking an international experience right here on the Big Island, look no farther than the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo campus during the 49th annual International Night. It’s just one of the many activities and events happening around the island.
Utility work to close one lane of Ali‘i Drive in Kona
While the utility work is underway, one lane of the Big Island roadway, between Hualālai Road and Wālua Road, will be closed. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes and plan for delays.
Top 20 things to do on Big Island for Feb. 8-14: Chinese New Year, Valentine’s events abound, but don’t miss annual Wiliwili Festival and more
Looking for a fun way to celebrate Lunar New Year? Need a date idea for your Valentine? We’ve got you covered.
Top 20 things to do on Big Island for Feb. 1-7: 31st Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival, Malasada 5K and Spring Festa, live music, Kona Icon 2024 auditions, comedian Augie Tulba and much more
The first week of February 2024 is once again packed full of events for the whole family.
Update: Nāʻālehu man wanted for questioning in 2 criminal investigations arrested
20-year old Matthew Koi turned himself in Jan. 28 at the Nā‘ālehu Police Station.
Update 4: Hawaiian Electric lifts request to conserve electricity following rolling outages
The utility’s combustion turbine units Kanoelehua CT-1 and Puna CT-3, which normally supply about 32 megawatts of power, tripped offline this morning, resulting in the need to load shed and force the rolling outages around the island.
Aloha Billy: Family, friends, community gather to celebrate life, legacy of former Hawai‘i County Mayor Billy Kenoi
There were no formal speakers, but there was plenty of laughter, hugs, music and food, with a few tears; it was almost like a family reunion of sorts, exactly how Kenoi’s youngest sister Kina Kenoi Sai said her brother would have wanted it.
Kona 13-year-old on newest season of Food Network’s ‘Kids Baking Championship’
The flavor fluency, scrumptious skill set and culinary creativity the Big Island’s Tasi Savage has nourished through the years at home now are being showcased in a much larger kitchen in front of a nationwide audience as she competes during the 12th season of the competition series.
Proposed short-term rental rules on Big Island met with overwhelming opposition
More than 100 people submitted written testimony and dozens more turned out in person or via Zoom on Tuesday during a Hawai’i County Council committee meeting voicing concerns about a three-bill package aimed at ensuring all transient accommodation rentals on the island are operating safely, legally and under the same set of standards.
Top 20 things to do on Big Island for Jan. 25-31: Celebrate the life of former Hawai‘i County Mayor Billy Kenoi, see ‘One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest,’ honor Ellison Onizuka and more
The Big Island will have the chance this weekend to bid aloha to former Hawai’i County Mayor William “Billy” Kenoi, who died 3 years ago after battling cancer, during a special celebration of life in Hilo. That’s just one of the many events and activities happening around the island during the next week.
Police arrest SUV driver who fled scene after Ka‘ū motorcycle crash that left Ocean View man with life-threatening injuries
The 59-year-old man riding the motorcycle was ejected more than 250 feet, sustaining severe head and internal injuries. He remains in critical condition at an O‘ahu hospital.
Update: All county and state beach parks are open; high surf advisory continues
he Wharf at Mahukona Beach Park will remain closed today for repairs.