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Top 10 things to do on Big Island for March 28-April 3: Puna Hongwanji Rummage Sale, Cause for Paws, Buzzed and Bamboozled, Mad Hatter Tea Party, plus more

There’s once again a rich and great mix of interesting and engaging events that should get your toes tapping, your body moving and your brain working.

Hawai‘i Island police seek public help finding missing 18-year-old man

Police ask anyone with information on the teen’s whereabouts to call the department’s non-emergency line at 808-935-3311.

Hawai‘i U.S. senator derides Trump Admin’s mass federal firings, says consequences will be dangerous for islands and mainland

“While Republicans shamefully paint hardworking federal workers as ‘faceless bureaucrats,’ we know that our federal workers do important work.” — U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono, a Democrat from Hawai‘i

Kealakehe High wins grand prize at Hawai’i WorldQuest Competition

Kealakehe students Coree Kobayashi, Luke Gee, Azalea Thorp, and Lucy Cameron will represent Hawaiʻi in the National Academic WorldQuest Championship in Washington, D.C. this April.

Officials address coconut rhinoceros beetle threat in Big Island community meeting

A virtual community meeting scheduled for April 2 will include discussion on strategies for detection and encourage public participation in prevention measures.

Lava skyrockets to more than 700 feet in Episode 15 of ongoing Kīlauea summit eruption

It took about 10 hours or so, but the vents inside Halemaʻumaʻu Crater within Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park once again did not disappoint, but officials warn there are some hazards to watch out for accompanying the roaring geysers of molten rock.

Former U.S. diplomat: Hawaiʻi brings significant advantages to policymaking in Indo-Pacific region

National security expert Glen S. Fukushima highlighted a need for more policymakers with knowledge of and expertise in the Indo-Pacific region and its political landscape.

New $1 coin honors Native Hawaiian scholar, author, composer, hula practioner from Big Island

Mary Kawena Pukui, an influential Native Hawaiian scholar and author is honored with the new 2025 Native American $1 coin.

Hawaiʻi County seeks liaison to connect job seekers with businesses

The one stop shop operator will oversee support services for job seekers and employers through the American Job Center.

Hunt is on at KTA Super Stores on Big Island for chance to win iPad and $250 gift card

Be on the look out for for a giant egg with a QR code as you’re cruising the aisle at any of the 7 participating KTA Super Stores and KTA Express locations through April 20 as part of the grocer’s family-friendly annual Easter Egg Hunt tradition.
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3-time Ironman World Champion to host triathlon boot camp on Big Island
Kona’s Kaiden Lieto following in dad’s footsteps, seeking Ironman world title despite brain surgery
How did the local Ironman athletes fare at the Ironman World Championship in Kona?
Kaiden Lieto finishes first Ironman World Championship in under 10 hours

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Top 10 things to do on Big Island for March 28-April 3: Puna Hongwanji Rummage Sale, Cause for Paws, Buzzed and Bamboozled, Mad Hatter Tea Party, plus more

There’s once again a rich and great mix of interesting and engaging events that should get your toes tapping, your body moving and your brain working.

Watch: Big Island members of Hawai‘i Irish Dance make special St. Patrick’s Day cameo on Irish TV

8 dancers from Hawai’i Irish Dance and 7 flaggers from Scully’s Pub in Waiki’i had the luck of the Irish on their side, being one of several groups from around the globe — including cast of ‘Riverdance 30’ — to be featured during special episode of RTE Ireland’s ‘The Late, Late Show.’

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for March 21-27: ‘The Little Mermaid,’ Big Island Art Fair, Inspiration of Unity and more

Take a dive under the sea and catch ‘The Little Mermaid’ during its opening weekend at the historic Palace Theater in Downtown Hilo or check out they myriad other events and activities happening around the Big Island during the next several days. There’s sure to be something that will float everybody’s boat, from tadpoles to even the most seasoned of groupers.

Mayor Kimo becomes part of their world, dives under the sea with cast of ‘The Little Mermaid’

This enchanting Hilo Education Arts Repertory Theatre production of the timeless beloved Disney classic — which opens this weekend for a 3-week extended run — promises to bring the tale of mermaid princess Ariel and her underwater adventures to life with breathtaking performances, stunning visuals and unforgettable music.

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!

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Poll results: Big Island Now readers pick clear winner for top 2024 story. Do you know what it is?
Big Island Now poll results: Mixed feelings felt about Hawaiian Electric’s Public Safety Power Shutoff program
Big Island Now poll results: Services just as important to consider when looking at building a new Kona hospital
Big Island Now poll no. 56: What is most important when considering a new hospital?

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Hunt is on at KTA Super Stores on Big Island for chance to win iPad and $250 gift card
State agency to cover vendor booth fees for 9 Hawaiian-owned businesses participating in Merrie Monarch Market
County Council passes pilot program to allow mobile vendors along a stretch of highway in Kona
Business Monday: Big Island chef delivering organic meals while supporting local farmers, ranchers

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Lava skyrockets to more than 700 feet in Episode 15 of ongoing Kīlauea summit eruption
Volcano Watch: A collapse at Mauna Loa’s summit in 1868, like Kīlauea’s in 2018?
Sluggish but steady: Episode 14 of Kīlauea summit eruption off to slow start
Is today the day? When will the next episode of Kīlauea’s summit eruption begin?

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UH study finds some parts of Hawaiʻi sinking faster than others
Update: High bacteria count advisory canceled at Honoli‘i Cove
If water is brown, turn around: Advisory issued for Hilo Bay and along Hāmākua Coast
Update: Brown water advisory canceled for West Hawai‘i coast after about a week

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UH Mānoa: Former US diplomat calls for greater Hawaiʻi representation in US Indo-Pacific policy

Glen S. Fukushima, a former US diplomat, highlighted a need for more policymakers from the islands who have knowledge of the political landscape in the Indo-Pacific region.

Central Pacific Bank opens applications for women entrepreneurs program

The program covers financial management, marketing and branding strategies and networking opportunities with successful women entrepreneurs and executives.

Kīhei Charter announces 8th Annual Hawaiian Lūʻau to benefit athletics program

The April 5 fundraiser supports Kīhei Charter’s athletics program.

County Office of Economic Development to begin accepting FY26 grant applications

The application deadline is April 30, 2025.

Hawaiʻi attorney general joins AG coalition seeking to unfreeze FEMA funding

Attorney General Anne Lopez has joined a coalition of 22 other attorneys general in filing a motion seeking a court order to force the Trump administration to unfreeze essential funding from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. In the motion, the coalition highlights that the Hawaiʻi Department of Human Services’ Disaster Case Management Program is being severely impacted […]

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Hirono highlights dangers to Hawai‘i, U.S. because of mass federal firings

“While Republicans shamefully paint hardworking federal workers as ‘faceless bureaucrats,’ we know that our federal workers do important work.” -- U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono, a Democrat from Hawai‘i

More than a job: Being a part of Kaua‘i Police Department is a calling

With 36 vacant police officer positions, 10 dispatcher openings, department seeks infusion of new blue blood to better serve Garden Isle with purpose, looking for people eager to make positive, lasting impact right now..

Kauai Weather Forecast for March 27, 2025

Light to occasionally moderate east to southeasterly winds are expected to persist through the remainder of the week and into the weekend. Light showers will...

Kauai Surf Forecast for March 27, 2025

The current north northwest swell will continue to fade even as a new medium period swell out of the north northeast builds in. This will provide a slight boost...

Episode 15 of Kīlauea eruption biggest yet with lava fountains more than 700 feet tall

It took about 10 hours or so, but the vents inside Halemaʻumaʻu Crater within Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island once again did not disappoint.