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Volcano Watch: The legacy of the 1975 earthquake, 50 years of study at Kīlauea’s south flank
The 1975 Kalapana earthquake has ultimately changed the understanding of Kīlauea’s south flank, and the hazards associated with its movement. November 29, 2025 · 05:00am
High surf warning for west shores of Big Island from 6 p.m. Saturday to noon Monday
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HFS Federal Credit Union raises $25K for Big Island kūpuna and Hawai‘i Island Adult Care
The funds will support Hawai‘i Island Adult Care’s Kūpuna in Need program, which helps subsidize services for community members who need extra assistance.
Monthly statewide siren test, audio broadcast segment is scheduled for Monday
Outdoor siren and Emergency Alert System test is scheduled for 11:45 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 1, reminding residents to think about response to real emergencies.
High surf warning for west shores of Big Island from 6 p.m. Saturday to noon Monday
Dangerously large breaking waves are expected to build to 15 to 20 feet along exposed west-facing shores of the Big Island.
14 lane closures scheduled during week of Nov. 29 to Dec. 5 on Big Island state roadways
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting.
Nearly 500 volunteers mobilized during federal shutdown
In response to the federal shutdown, Hawaiʻi Island communities united with aloha to support over 6,000 families through 14 grassroots distribution sites by giving out necessities to those in need.
Agriculture inspectors in Hilo capture second skunk this month
A second skunk captured in Hilo this month raises concerns of invasive species that hitchhike on cargo ships and may impact the state’s rabies-free status and wildlife.
‘Āina Reserves Weekend celebrates sustainability, luxury and spirit of place
Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort, teams up with two of Sonoma County, Calif.’s most celebrated talents for exclusive inaugural 4-day wine festival.
40-year-old charged with murder for shooting a man in Mountain View parking lot
The shooting victim has been identified as 52-year-old John Marshall Marrou, of Volcano.
Island of Hawaiʻi YMCA’s Christmas Tree Fundraiser returns for its 77th year
This year’s sale offers a wide selection of Nordmann fir and Noble fir trees, ranging from 3 to 10 feet tall, along with fresh wreaths.
Military leased lands panel begins laying groundwork for future talks with U.S. Army
Members used their inaugural meeting — in advance of meeting with the governor — to review their roles and responsibilities, discuss a general framework to proceed and develop a shared understanding of the choices before the state — lease, land exchange and condemnation.
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‘Āina Reserves Weekend celebrates sustainability, luxury and spirit of place
Kona Village, A Rosewood Resort, teams up with two of Sonoma County, Calif.’s most celebrated talents for exclusive inaugural 4-day wine festival.
Big Island’s top talent to shine on upcoming episode of ‘Hawai‘i to the World’ competition
Tune in Nov. 30 and cheer the 8 finalists representing Moku o Keawe will lay it all on stage during the Big Island auditions episode of the statewide talent competition that showcases rising artists, musicians, dancers and creators from throughout the islands.
Top 15 things to do on Big Island for Nov. 28-Dec. 4: Holidays arrive in force, from Hilo Christmas Parade to arts and crafts fairs
‘Tis the week after Thanksgiving, when what to our wondering eyes should appear, but the arrival of Christmas and holiday events aplenty, from far and near.
Vulcans fall to Toros in opening game of 2025 Southwest Airlines Big Island Invitational
The invite — hosted by University of Hawai’i at Hilo and featuring the host along with three other NCAA Division II teams — kicked off the afternoon of Nov. 22 and continued that evening and has another two games Nov. 23 at Vulcan Gym on the campus of the university’s campus in Hilo.
Waimea Cherry Blossom Heritage Festival to honor longtime volunteers Fred and Nancy Nonaka
The annual festival — now in its 33rd year — celebrates blossoming of the historic cherry trees planted in 1972 in Church Park Row, the festival’s headquarters. Fred Nonaka helped plant them and now at 89 years old, he’s still on pruning duty. Meanwhile, his wife Nancy Nonaka was the spark behind the many cultural demonstrations and hands-on activities offered each year at Kamuela Hongwanji Mission.
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John Pele to speak at Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset on Tuesday
John Pele, executive director of the Maui Hotel and Lodging Association, will present at a meeting of the Rotary Club of Lahaina Sunset on Tuesday, Dec. 2.
Tokuda backs bill requiring 24-hour notice of alleged abuse in military child care programs
The Military Child and Youth Program Abuse and Neglect Notification Act would codify a Department of Defense policy that was established after it became known that the Department had no requirement to notify parents in such cases.
Kaheawa Wind 1 seeks 20-year lease extension to continue operations above Māʻalaea
The operator of Maui’s oldest wind farm has completed a final environmental impact statement as part of its bid to keep its 20 turbines spinning above Māʻalaea for another two decades. Kaheawa Wind Power LLC is seeking a new 25-year lease from the state Board of Land and Natural Resources to continue generating 30 megawatts […]
Cultivating the ‘Navigator Mindset’: Polynesian Voyaging Society, community partners host Hoʻākea Honolulu
From Dec. 2–6, 2025, more than 1,000 fourth graders and teachers will join 11 voyaging and sailing canoes from throughout Hawaiʻi along with education and community organizations for an immersive week of voyaging-based and ʻāina-based learning.
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Monthly statewide siren test will include audio broadcast segment on Monday
The monthly test of Hawaiʻi's all-hazard Outdoor Siren and Emergency Alert System will take place across the state at 11:45 a.m. on Monday.
Volcano Watch: The legacy of the 1975 earthquake, 50 years of study at Kīlauea’s south flank
The improved understanding of how the south flank of Kīlauea behaves is part of the legacy of the 1975 Kalapana earthquake.
13 lane closures scheduled during week of Nov. 29 to Dec. 5 on Kauaʻi state roadways
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting.





