News Adult Coconut Rhinoceros beetles caught in traps set out in Waikōloa
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Hawai‘i Island charter school among winners in state video contest about forest birds
On Tuesday, students gathered with finalists from 13 other categories for ʻŌlelo’s award show at Hilton Hawaiian Village. April 24, 2024 · 01:00amHawaiʻi among top states for quality of pre-kindergarten programs, but enrollment lags
The National Institute for Early Education Research 2023 State of Preschool report revealed the state ranks 44th for enrollment of 4-year-olds and 31st for 3-year-olds.News Temporary closure of areas surrounding Mauna Kea scheduled for ungulate animal control
News State partners with DEA for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
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Hawaiʻi among top states for quality of pre-kindergarten programs, but enrollment lags
The National Institute for Early Education Research 2023 State of Preschool report revealed the state ranks 44th for enrollment of 4-year-olds and 31st for 3-year-olds.
Hawai‘i Island charter school among winners in state video contest about forest birds
On Tuesday, students gathered with finalists from 13 other categories for ʻŌlelo’s award show at Hilton Hawaiian Village.
Waikōloa restaurant reopens after getting a red placard for a rodent infestation and more
The restaurant was shut down on April 19 when a state inspection revealed an active rodent infestation, contaminated food products and unsanitary conditions within the facility.
Adult Coconut Rhinoceros beetles caught in traps set out in Waikōloa
The first adult beetle collected last week was caught in a camera trap at the Hawaiian Earth Recycling facility near the West Hawai‘i Sanitary Landfill.
Cat feces suspected in death of a nēnē gosling found in Hilo park
“This tragic incident highlights the problem of having feral cat colonies in areas that are known habitat for endangered or threatened species,” said DLNR Chair Dawn Chang.
State partners with DEA for National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Anyone with expired or unused medications is encouraged to bring them to the collection sites located on Oʻahu, Maui, Kauaʻi and Hawaiʻi island on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Temporary closure of areas surrounding Mauna Kea scheduled for ungulate animal control
The removal of sheep, goats and mouflon is needed to protect the habitat for the native Hawaiian bird Palila.
Waikōloa restaurant ordered to shut down after state inspection reveals rodent infestation, unsanitary conditions
The Hawai‘i Department of Health Food Safety Branch issued a red “Closed” placard and immediately shut down Ocean Club at Haliʻi Kai on April 19 due to an active rodent infestation, contaminated food products and unsanitary conditions within the facility.
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Top 10 things to do on Big Island for April 18-24: Bruddah Kunz Youth Jamm, Springtime Showstoppers, Laupāhoehoe Music Festival and more
Other events during the next week include a journey to the World of Trolls, mocktails and talking story at the Kona library and a festival dedicated to all things cannabis.
Shaka documentary to debut at film festival in Los Angeles
The producer/writer of the film said his initial goal was to produce a 20-minute short for classroom use but the story turned out to be bigger than anyone could have imagined.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island plus 1: Hilo Cacao and Chocolate Expo, Celtic Electronic Dance Party, Kahilu Dance Night, Pokémon Day, Big Island Chocolate Festival and more
Several events during the next week also invite island residents and visitors alike to strut their stuff on the dance floor to a variety of music, including swing, funk, Motown and more.
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The Color Festival Hawaiʻi: There is Power in Color this Sunday, April 28
The Color Festival Hawaiʻi, Imua Family Services’ signature friend-raiser event, emerges with spring with a blast of multi-hued rainbows on Sunday, April 28 at the Maui Arts & Cultural Center. The event is a celebration of Maui’s diverse community and the vibrancy that connects us all together. Live music, food and explosions of color are among the highlights at this open air concert.
Maui’s Kamalei Kawaʻa’s ‘The Voice’ journey concludes, launching homecoming concert series
On Monday night, Kamalei Kawaʻa's journey on NBC's "The Voice" came to a close. The singer, originally from Paukūkalo, reached the Playoffs last week, securing a spot in the top 20 after a journey that began in early March.
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Coconut Rhinoceros Beetles found in Waikoloa on Hawaiʻi Island
Three live adult coconut rhinoceros beetles (CRB) have been detected in traps in the Waikoloa area on Hawai‘i Island. The captures during the past week were the first detections of adult CRB on the island since six grubs (larvae) were found in October 2023, in a decaying palm tree by a resident in Waikoloa Village.
DLNR: Death of nēnē gosling in Hilo Park points to disease carried by feral cats
Toxoplasmosis, an infection spread only in the feces of feral cats, is likely what killed a nēnē gosling last month in Liliʻuokalani Park and Gardens on Hawaiʻi Island, according to the state Department of Land and Natural Resources. The DLNR Division of Forestry and Wildlife sent the diseased bird to the United States Geological Survey’s […]
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Kauai Surf Forecast for April 24, 2024
Surf heights along all shores will remain below advisory thresholds through the forecast period. A small, medium period northwest swell will fill in tonight...
State ranks among best for quality Pre-K programs; however, near bottom for access
The National Institute for Early Education Research 2023 State of Preschool report revealed the state ranks 44th for enrollment of 4-year-olds and 31st for 3-year-olds.
Friend of jailed Kaua‘i artist accused of threatening a councilman speaks out following court hearing
The court hearing was continued to May 7 to allow more time for a mental health and fitness examination from a state psychologist.