#Kua Bay
Update: High surf advisory canceled for west-facing Big Island shores
The warning is in effect for north-, east- and west-facing shores.
Update: High advisory for west-facing shores of Big Island is canceled
The surf has dropped below advisory levels.
Hāpuna claims top spot as favorite beach in Big Island Now weekly poll; see results
The half-mile white coral sand Hāpuna Beach, the largest white sand beach on the Big Island features crystal-clear water and also offers bodysurfing and sunbathing opportunities along other beach-related activities such as picnicking.
Rescue at Kua Bay: ʻThat lady was dead and they saved her lifeʻ
Kua Bay lifeguards Ian McVeigh and Ula Pilago rescued an unresponsive elderly woman from the water and performed life
High bacteria levels detected off handful of West Hawai‘i beaches
Bacteria levels in waters off the west side of Kailua Pier as well as at Kekaha Kai State Beach Park and Kua Bay were reported by the state Department of Health Thursday afternoon.
Police investigate thefts from vehicles at two Big Island beaches
Several thefts from vehicles were reported this week at two separate Big Island beaches and police are investigating.
Woman Suffers Minor Injuries After Reported Shark Attack
A 57-year-old woman suffered minor injuries after a suspected shark attack in Kukio Bay this morning, April 20.
Manini‘ōwali Beach to Close Early in Preparation for Lifeguard Stationing
Preparations have begun for lifeguards to be stationed at Kekaha Kai State Park’s Manini‘ōwali Beach (Kua Bay) section.
West Hawai‘i State Parks to Close Early on New Year’s Eve
West Hawai‘i State Parks will close early at 5 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 31, 2018, New Year’s Eve.
Improvements Underway at Kua Bay
The Hawai‘i Department of Land and Resources announces that a park improvement project expected to take three months has started at the Maninʻōwali (Kua Bay).
Improvements Underway at Kua Bay in Kekaha Kai State Park
A park improvement project expected to take three months has begun at the Maninʻōwali (Kua Bay) section of Kekaha Kai State Park in Kona on Hawai‘i Island.
Kua Bay IPA Now Available in Bottles
Kona Brewing Company announced that its popular Kua Bay IPA will now be available in 22 oz. bottles across all islands. Kua Bay IPA was brewed at the Kailua-Kona brewery in 2014 and quickly became a popular top-selling brewpub favorite. “Ever since we first debuted Kua Bay IPA, it has been one of the most […]
Most Popular Big Island Now Articles of 2015
While severe weather and dengue fever topped our list of most popular articles, 2015 was also a year of celebrating our Hawaiian culture and new opportunities. Here’s a list of the most popular Big Island Now articles of 2015.
West Hawai‘i State Parks to Close Early NY Eve
The Department of Land and Natural Resources will close West Hawai‘i state parks at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 31, 2015, New Year’s Eve. Parks closing early include Hapuna, Kiholo and Kekaha Kai (Mahaiula and Kua Bay sections).
TripAdvisor: Big Island No. 2 U.S. Island
The Big Island has been ranked second in TripAdvisor’s 2015 Travelers’ Choice Awards for Best U.S. Island.
Manini’owali Beach Ranked in Top Beaches Nationwide
Stunning Manini‘owali Beach, also known as Kua Bay, is one of the best beaches to visit on the Big Island.
Kona Man Charged in Kua Bay Break-In
Keoni Fujio Yamada, 30, was charged Friday in connection to a theft at Kua Bay Wednesday. He faces additional charges on a separate meth trafficking case.
UPDATE: Kua Bay Reopens After Object Identified
The Kekaha Kai section of Kua Bay has been closed after an unidentified object was found in the water.
West Hawai’i State Parks to Close Early Wednesday
The Department of Land and Natural Resources will close state parks in West Hawai’i early on Wednesday to discourage use of fireworks in the areas.
Drowning Reported at Kua Bay
James Michael Call, 52, was found floating about 100 yards offshore of Kua Bay on Tuesday.
