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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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Get ready to roll: Aloha Skate Roller Draft Tournament to hit Big Island
80-year-old grandmother becomes oldest woman to finish Ironman World Championship in Kona
Big Island triathletes cross finish line at Ironman World Championship in Kona
Solveig Løvseth credits the ‘supernatural’ for Ironman World Championship win on brutal day that knocked out 2 race leaders

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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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Big Island Now poll results: County garage is answer to downtown Kona’s parking woes
Big Island Now poll: What is solution to parking woes on Ali‘i Drive in Kailua-Kona?
Reminder: Permanent restrictions remain on the transport of ʻŌhiʻa
Poll results: Big Island Now readers pick clear winner for top 2024 story. Do you know what it is?

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CONSUMER ALERT: Hawaiʻi shoppers urged to know their refund, exchange rights
Aloha United Way CEO takes part in Nasdaq closing bell ceremony Tuesday in New York City
Business Monday: ‘Goose’ Williams started this holiday craft fair in Kona 44 years ago
Castle Resorts & Hotels names Oneha new sales, distribution and marketing chief

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Volcano Watch: The legacy of the 1975 earthquake, 50 years of study at Kīlauea’s south flank
UPDATE: Kīlauea put on a show Tuesday, but episode 37 of ongoing eruption ended just before midnight
Volcano Watch: Remembering the destructive Kalapana earthquake 50 years ago
Volcano Watch: Catching up on Kīlauea; 36 episodes and counting

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Wave of resilience: Keaukaha community, schools to conduct tsunami evacuation exercise
Police renew request for info about fisherman who disappeared 7 months ago
Hōkūleʻa, Hikianalia welcomed to Aotearoa, their latest stop on Moananuiākea Voyage
Four legendary ocean athletes inducted into Hawaiʻi Waterman Hall of Fame

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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.

Maui Weather Forecast for November 29, 2025

Fairly steady weather until Tuesday, with light southeast winds and mostly dry conditions. Sea-breezes during the day and land- breezes during the night...

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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.

UPDATE: High surf warning in effect noon Saturday through noon Monday for Kauaʻi, Niʻihau

The National Weather Service's forecast calls for surf of 35 to 40 feet for north-facing shores, and 20 to 30 feet for west-facing shores.

Kauai Weather Forecast for November 29, 2025

Light southeast winds are expected to remain in place through the next few days. Stable air will keep most areas dry, though daytime sea breezes could...