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Parker Ranch receives distinguished ranching award for horse breeding program

Parker Ranch received the prestigious Best Remuda Award for its exemplary American Quarter Horse breeding programs, celebrating the exceptional working horses vital to its operations.

UH Cancer Center secures $3M grant to study breast cancer disparities in Hawaiʻi

The study aims to understand, which early-stage pre-invasive breast cancers may become invasive for some patients and not others.

Ironman Foundation donates $350,000 for 2 mobile trailers for Hawaiʻi Island Community Health Center

The new trailers will be converted into fully equipped clinical spaces to help fill the void while the health center undergoes extensive repairs due to damage from Hurricane Lala.

New program provides financial help to Hawaiʻi families hosting storm-displaced residents

In response to the devastation caused by Hurricanes Lala and Lowell, the Hawaiian Council has introduced the Host Housing Support Program, offering up to $2,000 per month to Hawai’i households that provide shelter to displaced residents.

Business briefs for Oct. 6: Workforce Development awards, quarterly reports due, Young Brothers promote CFO

Quick business-related news from across the state.

Bail maintained for Puna woman charged with attempted murder

Jill Dunston, 54, faces charges of attempted murder and assault following a violent domestic incident in ʻĀinaloa last week.

Authorities arrest Pāhala man accused of pointing pellet gun at manʻs head

Authorities have arrested Jerry “Mana” Ke of Pāhala following a dramatic confrontation on Oct. 2

Ali‘i Health joins Kona Community Hospital network

Ali‘i Health was acquired by the West Hawai‘i Region of Hawai‘i Health Systems Corporation and renamed Kona Health.

Water restriction notice for South Kohala customers upgraded to ‘essential water use only’

The essential use restriction is needed to maintain water storage in the tanks as the county makes well repairs.

Everything you need to know about the 2026 Ironman World Championship in Kona

We have all the information you need about the championship week and race day, including course routes, road impacts, spectator information and much more.
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Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Oct. 2-8: Big Island Art Fair, Black Rock Ampitheater, Hentry Kapono and friends, youth car show and more

Hey, Big Island. We’re back! We’re once again bringing you a great selection of activities, events, shows and more to check out during the upcoming weekend and into next week. Check out this week’s top 10 right now!

Not the Hawaiʻi from postcards: Community invited to exclusive premiere of ‘Kūpuna ʻĀina’

RSVP now for the Humanity Hale event Oct. 2 in Kailua-Kona that features new Science & Nonduality’s latest film that doesn’t try to explain what is Hawaiʻi; it listens to its heartbeat.

News briefs for Sept. 23: Zonta award, Young Brothers appointments, Vulcans men’s basketball, August unemployment and more

A brief look at news stories from around the island, throughout the state and beyond.

Merry marchers sought: Registration open for 2026 Downtown Hilo Christmas Lights Parade

Community organizations, bands, clubs, businesses, civic groups, hula hālau, motorcades, custom cars, beauty queens, public officials and all others interested are invited to register now for the parade and brightly blanket the community in familiar festive features.

Nā Leo TV launches 2026 Youth Media Challenge

Challenge invites Hawai‘i Island youth in grades 4 through 11 and emerging creators in grade 12 through age 24 years old to create, share and be heard.

Hawai‘i Business Chevron Forward

Business briefs for Oct. 6: Workforce Development awards, quarterly reports due, Young Brothers promote CFO
Business Monday: Kona Trolley returns to Kailua Village just in time for Ironman World Championship
All Hawaiian Airlines international departures from Honolulu airport now check in at Terminal 2
Free energy efficiency live webinar training series offered by Hawaiʻi State Energy Office

Big Island Polls Chevron Forward

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?

Hawai'i Volcano Blog Chevron Forward

Volcano Watch: An intrusion during an eruption at the summit of Kīlauea. How does it happen?
Hōlei Sea Arch collapses in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
Volcano Watch: From aloha to talofa; Hawaiian Volcano Observatory monitors American Samoa
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park ecologist earns prestigious award for natural resources management

Ocean Blog Chevron Forward

Hurricane Lowell triggers second payout of unique Hawaiʻi reef insurance, 3 weeks after Lala
‘Stark reminder of the impact of global plastic pollution’: Tangled plastic, fishing gear found in pilot whales
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa oceanographers find Hawaiian corals can possibly adapt to future heat stress
VIDEO: Blacktip shark nursery discovered in Hilo Bay

Maui Now Chevron Forward

Next Lahaina Community Meeting to include update on King Kamehameha III School rebuild

Residents are encouraged to attend the County of Maui’s Lahaina Community Meeting at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026, at the Lahaina Intermediate School cafeteria.

Facing our fears: New youth-led nonprofit report sheds light on what state residents say about Hawaiʻi’s future

Center for Tomorrow's Leaders project reveals shared fears about affordability, quality of life and more.

OHA announces three finalists for Administrator/CEO position

The Office of Hawaiian Affairs today announced three finalists for the position of Administrator/Chief Executive Officer, marking a significant milestone in the search for the organization’s next executive leader. The three finalists are Todd Apo, Kaulana Park and Summer Sylva.

County of Maui Department of Finance recognized for excellence in financial reporting

The County of Maui Department of Finance Accounts Division was recently recognized for excellence in financial reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada.

Maui Food Bank names Kaleena Wakamatsu Fryer as Chief Operating Officer

Maui Food Bank has named Maui native Kaleena Wakamatsu Fryer as Chief Operating Officer, bringing more than 16 years of retail and operations leadership experience to the organization. In her new role, Fryer leads Maui Food Bank’s food strategy across sourcing, operations, programs and agency relations, helping connect food donors and local growers with the network of partner agencies serving communities across Maui, Molokaʻi and Lānaʻi.

Kaua‘i Now Chevron Forward

Pacific Missile Range Facility now accepting applications for Guest Pass Program

Eligible individuals can submit applications for guest pass access to the facility's select recreational sites and beach access.

University of Hawaiʻi, University of Massachusetts create partnership focused on mutual priorities

Both university systems signed a five-year memorandum of understanding to establish a framework for joint research, student and faculty exchanges and training programs.

What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Tuesday about Hurricane Lowell recovery

Here is up-to-date information about recovery efforts and resources from Hurricane Lowell.

Briefs for Oct. 6: Workforce Development awards, quarterly reports due, Young Brothers promote CFO

Quick business-related news from across the state.

Solomon Kanoho named Kauaʻi County’s manager for Hurricane Lowell recovery and mitigation

Kanoho has two decades of public safety experience with the county, including in the Kauaʻi Fire Department and with the Kauaʻi Emergency Management Agency.