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Hilo Orchid Show is in bloom, with local growers showing art, science behind the dynamic flower
The 72nd annual Hilo Orchid Show is underway Friday through Saturday at the Edith Kanakaʻole Multi-Purpose Stadium, with thousands of flowers available to see, smell and buy. July 24, 2026 · 05:00am
Hurricane Fausto update: Risk of some impacts from wind, rainfall increasing
The key take away from forecasters in the last update Thursday was Fausto is expected to approach the Hawaiian Islands early to the middle of next week; however, it's too early to determine the exact...News UPDATE: High surf advisory extended for south-facing shorelines of Hawaiʻi
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Department of Health confirms 2 new travel-related cases of Cyclospora in Hawai‘i residents
The microscopic parasite Cyclospora has been linked to shredded Iceberg lettuce at Taco Bell served in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and West Virginia.
Volcano Watch: Watching volcanoes move, one survey at a time
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory relies heavily on global positioning satellite data to monitor volcanic activity in Hawaiʻi; data collected are by a combination of permanent stations and annual surveys, giving scientists a picture of Mauna Loa’s changing shape through time.
Hilo Orchid Show is in bloom, with local growers showing art, science behind the dynamic flower
The 72nd annual Hilo Orchid Show is underway Friday through Saturday at the Edith Kanakaʻole Multi-Purpose Stadium, with thousands of flowers available to see, smell and buy.
State reminds public not to post campaign signs along state highways
That includes on overpasses, fencing, signposts and poles as well as anywhere visible from the highway; illegally placed signs will be removed.
Hurricane Fausto update: Risk of some impacts from wind, rainfall increasing
The key take away from forecasters in the last update Thursday was Fausto is expected to approach the Hawaiian Islands early to the middle of next week; however, it’s too early to determine the exact location or magnitude of any impacts.
UPDATE: High surf advisory extended for south-facing shorelines of Hawaiʻi
The NWS has extended the high surf advisory, which now remains in effect until 6 p.m. Friday.
Health officials conduct follow-up testing at Spencer Beach Park
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health is retesting water at Spencer Beach Park after routine monitoring revealed elevated enterococci bacteria levels, surpassing the state’s safety threshold.
2 fire hydrant flow tests planned in separate areas of Hilo, Puna
First scheduled night of July 23 along Kāwili in Hilo; second is night of July 28 along Paradise Drive in Puna.
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Top 10 things to do on Big Island for July 24-30: ‘Peace by Piece,’ Summer Jam, Experience Volcano and more
There’s a lot of experiences available for all ages to enjoy during the next week and beyond right here on the Big Island. Check out this week’s top 10 things to do now!
17th annual Big Island Mango Festival, Tanabata Festival offer day packed with fun in Kona
Both festivals celebrate different cultures from the around the island, including Hawaiian, agricultural and Japanese; promise unique, family-friendly fun for the entire family.
Get your tickets now for Polyfest Kona, featuring Aaradhna and Sammy J
Advance tickets are available through July 23 online at a reduced price for the event hosted at KBXtreme in Kailua-Kona and presented by lifestyle and apparel brand Hawai‘i’s Finest.
Families invited to participate in 2026 Kohala Keiki Fishing Derby
Participation is limited to the first 100 keiki for the annual fishing derby that provides quality time between police officers, keiki and their families; registration is required, and the deadline is July 17.
Start your holiday shopping early during Christmas in July Gift, Jewelry, Arts & Crafts Fair in Kona
The annual JoAnn Williams event offers a diverse and impressive assortment of items by vendors and artisans from throughout the islands; scheduled July 18 at Courtyard King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel in Kailua-Kona.
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Maui Now
Two more cases of cyclosporiasis confirmed in Hawaiʻi residents
Two additional cases of cyclosporiasis in Hawaiʻi residents who traveled together internationally and to a US state that has reported a cyclosporiasis outbreak, the Hawaiʻi Department of Health confirmed. The two individuals are members of the same household. Based on their travel history, symptom onset and the known incubation period following exposure to the parasite, […]
Hurricane Fausto predicted to weaken, elevated risk of wind and rain impacts for Hawaiian Island chain
Hurricane Fausto is expected to weaken before it nears the Hawaiian Islands early to mid next week, but forecasters say the risk of wind and rainfall impacts on the islands is increasing, according to the National Hurricane Center in Miami. For information about hurricane safety and preparedness, visit the Maui Emergency Management Agency website by […]
DHS narrows Maui Relief Program eligibility to households with minor children starting Aug. 1
The Hawaiʻi Department of Human Services will limit new applications to the Maui Relief Program to households with dependent children under 18 beginning Aug. 1 as state disaster relief funding for the program nears exhaustion, the agency announced.
Maui’s Kiliʻohu Kahualauleʻa Celebrado wins Miss Keiki Hula competition
Maui’s Kiliʻohu Kahualauleʻa Celebrado of Hālau Kekuaokalāʻauʻalaʻiliahi was crowned 2026 Miss Keiki Hula Thursday night in Honolulu. She dances under the direction of Kumu Hula Haunani and ʻIliahi Paredes. Also, taking second place in the Master Keiki Hula competition was Maui’s Logan Stephen Taulaʻi Crowell; Hālau Kekuaokalāʻauʻalaʻiliahi; also a Paredes’ student. Meanwhile, Jahnathan Lāhiki Bareng […]
Kaua‘i Now
Former Kaua‘i resident indicted with trafficking fentanyl charge
The charge stems from an incident on May 23, 2025, when law enforcement executed a search warrant on the 55-year-old woman's vehicle and seized approximately 81.5 grams of fentanyl.
REMINDER: Roads temporarily closed, Kōloa Shuttle schedule modified during upcoming Kōloa Plantation Days
Ho‘owili Road will be closed the morning of July 26 to accommodate the festival's Family Fun Run, while portions of Poʻipū, Kōloa and Maluhia roads will be shuttered for several hours causing several stops of the Kōloa Shuttle to be canceled the afternoon of July 25 for the annual parade.
Chef from Thailand brings global culinary experience to Grand Hyatt Kauaʻi
Chef Suttichai Sripolpa developed his passion for cooking while working in his family’s restaurant in the Udon Thani province of Thailand.
32nd installment of Made in Hawaiʻi Festival scheduled in August
Mark your calendars now; tickets go on sale Aug. 1 for what is hyped as what is expected to be the Honolulu festival's biggest and best year yet.
Update: Risk increases for some impacts from Hurricane Fausto
The key take away from forecasters in the last update Thursday was the first hurricane of the 2026 season in the Central Pacific Basin is expected to approach the Hawaiian Islands early to the middle of next week; however, it's too early to determine the exact location or magnitude of any impacts.
