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Overnight road closure planned for utility work in North Kona
The work will take place on a section of Mamalahoa Highway near the 7- to 8-mile markers.East Hawai‘i News Hawaiʻi County, Black Sand Beach LLC reach tentative agreement for Punaluʻu Black…
News Alert: US Army Garrison Hawaiʻi notifies public about scheduled military convoys
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Big Island News
‘Grateful for the opportunity’: Big Island police lieutenant graduates from FBI National Academy
Hawai‘i Police Department Lt. Kevin Brodie was among 265 law enforcement professionals representing 44 states, the District of Columbia, 28 countries, five military organizations and four federal civilian organizations to graduate Sept. 17 in Quantico, Va., as part of the academy’s 299th session.
Briefs for Oct. 14: Veterans Day ceremony to honor legacy of U.S. service members, three students to showcase visual voices
The Veterans Day Sunset Ceremony and the PUKA photography exhibition will be on Oʻahu.
‘Celebrate Service’: Aloha, music, community spirit to once again take center stage at annual Hawaiʻi Island Veterans Day Parade
Come “Celebrate Service” and honor military veterans and their families while celebrating the many people and organizations who care for the island everyday during the 19th annual Veterans Day parade Nov. 7 in Hilo.
Hawaiʻi keiki, teens, young adults invited to Youth Climate Summit at state Capitol Rotunda
Participants will have a proven platform to pitch their vision, collaborate with decision-makers and drive tangible legislative solutions for local communities.
Overnight road closure planned for utility work in North Kona
The work will take place on a section of Mamalahoa Highway near the 7- to 8-mile markers.
Hawaiʻi County, Black Sand Beach LLC reach tentative agreement for Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach Park
Direct talks between Mayor Kimo Alameda and the current landowner resulted in terms for sale of the 6.8-acre site through the county’s Public Access, Open Space and Natural Resources Preservation Commission program, among others.
Alert: US Army Garrison Hawaiʻi notifies public about scheduled military convoys
Convoys of 10 to 15 military vehicles carrying personnel and equipment are slated through Oct. 22 to and from Pōhakuloa Training Area and Kawaihae Pier.
Hawai‘i County Fire Commission reschedules interviews with 6 finalists for chief
The finalists for chief will be interviewed on Oct. 21 with the Fire Commission expected to make a decision on Oct. 22.
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‘Celebrate Service’: Aloha, music, community spirit to once again take center stage at annual Hawaiʻi Island Veterans Day Parade
Come “Celebrate Service” and honor military veterans and their families while celebrating the many people and organizations who care for the island everyday during the 19th annual Veterans Day parade Nov. 7 in Hilo.
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!
Maui Now
Inaugural ‘Wāhine in Balance’ event draws 135 attendees on Maui
Hawaiʻi Women in Lodging & Tourism's inaugural Maui event, “Wāhine in Balance: Life, Leadership & Legacy,” drew an estimated 135 attendees. The event, held Oct. 8 at the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa, featured a panel of four accomplished Maui women whose personal and professional journeys provided different perspectives on leadership, resilience, community and purpose.
Hirono, Luján introduce legislation to expand arts education access
The Arts Education for All Act would increase states’ ability to implement arts programming for early learners, K-12 students and youth and adults involved in the justice system.
Makalapua Kahula and Isaac Woodward earn titles at 34th Annual Hula O Nā Keiki Competition
Makalapua Kahula, representing Hālau Nā Lei Kaumaka O Uka under the guidance of Kumu Hula Nāpua Silva, earned the title of Miss Hula O Nā Keiki 2026. Isaac Kazuyuki Kauahikaua Woodward, representing Ka Pā Hula ʻO Kawaihoʻomalu under Kumu Hula Kū Koanui-Souza, was named Master Hula O Nā Keiki 2026.
Senate Ways and Means chair urges use of dashboard as guide for workforce and economic development
Hawaiʻi State Senate Committee on Ways and Means Chair Donovan Dela Cruz called for expanding economic opportunities and investing in workforce development following the release of the 2026 Hawaiʻi Quality of Life and Well-Being Dashboard.
Department of Water Supply to hold Maui WaiWise Stewardship Summit next month
The Maui County Department of Water Supply will host the Maui WaiWise Stewardship Summit on Nov. 9 and 10. The program will feature keynote speaker Michael Chang, vice president and head of sustainability and resilience for Host Hotels & Resorts, where he oversees the company’s sustainability strategy, including Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design certification […]
Kaua‘i Now
Brown water advisory has been issued for Kōloa Landing
Beach users are urged to stay out of waters that appear brown or murky, especially following storms or heavy rain.
What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Wednesday about Hurricane Lowell recovery
Here is up-to-date information about recovery efforts and resources from Hurricane Lowell.
Wailua Mauka Bridge to close completely on Sunday
Crews will maintain two-way traffic on the Mayor Bryan Baptiste Memorial Bridge with one lane in each direction.
