Community Switch to natural gas offers only modest gains, but big risks for Hawaiʻi energy costs
High School/Youth Sports Big Island Spring Classic happening this weekend at Waikōloa Beach and Golf Resort
Hawai‘i County firefighters doing water drops on brush fire in Kona
As of 3:17 p.m., 20 to 25 firefighters were on scene, and chopper crews were still conducting water drops on the blaze that has burned approximately 4 to 5 acres. April 17, 2026 · 03:31pm
26-year-old scuba diver from Honolulu victim of possible drowning at Honokōhau Harbor
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26-year-old scuba diver from Honolulu victim of possible drowning at Honokōhau Harbor
Big Island police initiated a coroner’s inquest and ordered an autopsy to determine the exact cause of Charles Hutchinson’s death; no foul play is suspected at this time after the O‘ahu man became distressed when he encountered difficulty while diving April 15 in the Kona harbor.
Hawai‘i County firefighters doing water drops on brush fire in Kona
As of 3:17 p.m., 20 to 25 firefighters were on scene, and chopper crews were still conducting water drops on the blaze that has burned approximately 4 to 5 acres.
Visitor arrested, charged in relation to stabbing incident on a 3-hour snorkel tour
Passengers onboard a vessel restrained Avery Nissen, 21, after he reportedly stabbed the captain of a boat while on a 3-hour snorkel tour.
Switch to natural gas offers only modest gains, but big risks for Hawaiʻi energy costs
New University of Hawaiʻi Economic Research Organization report finds that while natural gas is often far cheaper than oil on the mainland United States, Hawaiʻi faces higher costs because the fuel must be cooled, shipped across the ocean and converted back into gas.
Big Island Spring Classic happening this weekend at Waikōloa Beach and Golf Resort
Keiki will be coming throughout the state to compete on Hawai‘i Island.
Relief available to Hawai‘i businesses, private nonprofits, and residents affected by Kona low storms
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Zonta local, international STEM awards given to University of Hawai‘i student
Danielle Bartz, doctorate candidate in marine biology at University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa, was first awarded the $2,000 STEM Award from Zonta Club of Hilo, advancing her to the international level, where she won the $10,000 2026 Zonta International Women in STEM Award.
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2026 Big Island Chocolate Festival debuts free Chocolate Farmers Market, promises sweet shindig
The new event showcases local cacao growers and chocolate makers; 3-day festival also includes educational activities, farm tour, college student chocolate competition, grand gala and much more.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for April 17-23: Freaky Tiki, Uncle Charlie, Maisey Rika, HI-CAL DEAD, kickball, Earth Day cleanup and more
It’s another week with plenty to do around the Big Island, but if you’re a music enthusiast — or just like to listen to great tunes — several venues have events planned that are pitch perfect for you; check out this week’s top 10 things to do on the Big Island now!
Art exhibit explores Mauna Loa as more than a geological structure
“36 Views of Mauna Loa” uses a diverse range of art mediums to explore the volcano and will be on display at the East Hawaiʻi Cultural Center until Friday, June 12.
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Maui Surf Forecast for April 18, 2026
North shores are nearly flat with a few spots seeing tiny surf this afternoon. A small pulse of energy from the north should produce more widespread (tiny) surf...
Maui OnStage Youth Spring Musical and Community Toy Drive
The Maui OnStage Education & Youth Program presents its spring musical production, The Most EPIC Birthday Party Ever, running April 25 through May 3 at the Historic ʻĪao Theater.
Child & Family Service joins community for successful 6th Annual ʻOhana Fest on Maui
Child & Family Service joined hundreds of Maui families and community partners at the 6th Annual ʻOhana Fest on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at UH Maui College, in a strong show of support for Child Abuse Prevention Month.
Puʻunēnē Ave. Improvements Project completed ahead of schedule and on budget
A dedication ceremony was held Friday for the Puʻunēnē Avenue Improvements Project in Kahului. The nearly $26 million project, which covered 7/10 of a mile, converted the two lane road into a four lane roadway near the intersection with the Kūihelani Highway, effectively easing congestion and creating a safer, more accessible route.
Hawaiian Electric using drones as a wildfire safety tool on Maui
As part of its ongoing wildfire safety strategy, Hawaiian Electric will begin this month using unmanned aircrafts, or drones, for aerial inspections of its electrical infrastructure in identified wildfire risk areas throughout Maui. Inspections will continue through June 2026.
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Federal court orders $1.4M-plus restitution, 14-month prison term for Kaua‘i man who stole COVID relief funds
52-year-old Ethan Page of Kekaha was sentenced April 15; court order also includes 3 years supervised release following his prison term. He previously pleaded guilty to lying to Small Business Administration officials about how he used more than $1.4 million of Restaurant Revitalization funds awarded in 2021 to his business Hanapēpē Design Studio.
Kauai Weather Forecast for April 18, 2026
Moderate trade winds will hold through Saturday, bringing modest showers to windward slopes. An upper level trough will move overhead, producing some...
Kauai Weather Forecast for April 18, 2026
Moderate trade winds will hold through Saturday, bringing modest showers to windward slopes. An upper level trough will move overhead, producing some...
