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Family-owned historic Manago Hotel in South Kona sells for $3.1 million after 2 years on the market
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Public comment ends Oct. 14 for University of Hawaiʻi’s proposed revisions to Mauna Kea master plan
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Family Court Judge James Rouse named 2026 Hawaiʻi Jurist of the Year
Other Judiciary employees honored at awards ceremony
Bishop Museum announces the remaining schedule of exhibitions, programs and events for October
The Bishop Museum, the State of Hawaiʻi Museum of Natural and Cultural History, offers cultural education through elaborate exhibitions and weekly programs.
Family-owned historic Manago Hotel in South Kona sells for $3.1 million after 2 years on the market
The 64-room hotel with commercial spaces, a residential apartment, two residential studio units and a two-story home sold for less than half of its initial listing price of $7.5 million.
Public comment ends Oct. 14 for University of Hawaiʻi’s proposed revisions to Mauna Kea master plan
The University of Hawaiʻi is calling for public input on proposed updates to its “E Ō I Nā Leo” (Listen to the Voices) master plan for Maunakea.
2026 Quality of Life Survey: Hawaiʻi residents healthier and more satisfied than two years ago
The Health Policy Initiative launched a new interactive dashboard to explore and compare survey results across communities, demographics, occupations and years.
Nāʻālehu Elementary students return to campus Monday after repairs from Hurricane Lala
About 400 students returned to their elementary school that had been closed for two-months due to the devastation of the hurricane that also badly damaged their town.
2026 FORGE Awards celebrate skilled labor workers and companies
The new FORGE Awards were created to recognize skilled labor workers and businesses that build and maintain essential infrastructure, fuel economic growth, promote local commerce, harness the local workforce and support emerging markets.
Public meetings scheduled on Big Island to discuss Hawaiian Electric’s response to recent storms
Each meeting will include statements from Hawaiian Electric and the Consumer Advocate, along with opportunities for residents to share concerns and feedback on electric service reliability.
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Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Oct. 9-15: Big Island Metal Bash, Waimea Fall Festival, Halloween Paint & Purr plus more
Boy, does the Big Island have a ton to do during the next week. Check out our top 10 things to do now!
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.
Maui Now
Maui County streamlines SMA permit process for qualifying post-wildfire Lahaina reconstruction
The County of Maui is implementing a temporary administrative process for qualifying Special Management Area (SMA) Major Use Permit applications to help facilitate timely wildfire recovery and reconstruction for certain properties makai, or seaward, of Front Street in Lahaina.
Unlock free AI tools for your small business through UH Maui College webinar
Small business owners and sole proprietors across Hawaiʻi are invited to learn how autonomous AI tools can streamline operations, save time and stretch limited resources in an upcoming free webinar offered by University of Hawaiʻi Maui College.
Maui County Farm Bureau wins parade honors, announces board officers, membership awards
Maui agriculture was the big winner on Thursday, Oct. 1, as Maui County Farm Bureau (MCFB) was named “2026 Overall Winner” and “1st Place Mobile Unit” of the Maui County Fair Parade.
13th Annual Hawaiian Airlines Made in Maui County Festival returns with 140+ local vendors and food trucks
Now a beloved tradition for locals and visitors, this year's Hawaiian Airlines Made in Maui County Festival will showcase over 140 vendors and food trucks from Maui, Moloka'i, and Lana'i, offering a rich variety of handcrafted products, delicious treats, exceptional local talent and is a fantastic time and place to do all of your holiday shopping
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Boys & Girls Club of Hawai‘i to open Kaua‘i’s first dedicated teen center
Once opened, the new center will expand the club's capacity to serve youth, including those on the nearly 100-person waitlist for the nonprofit's programming.
Brown water advisory issued for Kaua‘i beach
The Hawai‘i Department of Health advises beach users to stay out of waters that appear brown or murky, especially following storms or heavy rain.
Bishop Museum offers cultural education through elaborate exhibitions, weekly programs
The Bishop Museum, the State of Hawaiʻi Museum of Natural and Cultural History, announced the rest of its schedule of exhibitions, programs and events for October.
