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Lava fountains erupt to about 330 feet high as new episode of activity begins at Kīlauea
Episode 9 of the Big Island volcano's ongoing summit eruption in Halemaʻumaʻu Crater began at 10:16 a.m. Tuesday. Lava flowing into the crater from the north vent covered about a quarter of the crater floor by 10:45 a.m. Slow effusion of lava also started at... February 11, 2025 · 12:19pm
83-year-old Minnesota visitor critically injured in Hilo traffic crash
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High surf advisory takes effect at midnight Wednesday for west shores of Big Island
Surf of 7 to 10 feet is expected to build along the Kohala and Kona coastlines, producing strong breaking waves and strong currents that will make swimming and potentially other ocean activities dangerous. Large surf could also persist into Thursday.
Keanakolu Orchard on Big Island temporarily closed
Also known as the Humuʻula Orchard, Keanakolu sits at about 6,000 feet elevation and is home to various non-native fruit trees including apple, cherry, plum and apricot.
Lava fountains erupt to about 330 feet high as new episode of activity begins at Kīlauea
Episode 9 of the Big Island volcano’s ongoing summit eruption in Halemaʻumaʻu Crater began at 10:16 a.m. Tuesday. Lava flowing into the crater from the north vent covered about a quarter of the crater floor by 10:45 a.m. Slow effusion of lava also started at about 10:50 a.m. from the south vent.
83-year-old Minnesota visitor critically injured in Hilo traffic crash
The collision happened at about 2 p.m. Monday. Police report that a Dodge Ram was turning left onto Kapi‘olani Street from Ponahawai Street when it struck the elderly Minnesota man while he was crossing the street in a marked crosswalk.
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Police charge Pāhoa man with multiple firearm and drug charges
Charges stem from an incident involving gunshots heard coming from a red Honda sedan in the Hawaiian Beaches subdivision Thursday night.
Overnight utility pole replacement in West Hawaiʻi reminds the public to report electric emergencies
Hawaiian Electric urges caution as crews replace a utility pole overnight on Māmalahoa Highway from Thursday evening to Friday morning.
Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority issues a request for proposals for projects exemplifying regenerative tourism
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Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Feb. 7-13 + 5 date ideas ahead of Valentine’s Day Weekend
Love is in the air on the Big Island. Several of this week’s top 10 things to do already are Valentine’s Day-related, but we’re giving you a few early date ideas in case you want to plan ahead and make reservations to surprise your sweetie. Lovers of culture and history, conservation and the environment, community and music have plenty of options, too, this week.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Feb. 1-6: Cherry blossoms, Year of the Snake, ‘Ohana stargazing and more
The winter storm that blew through the state at the end of the week fortunately didn’t blow away or wash out any of the multitude of events happening around the island, some of which are going on right now!
Waimea is ready to welcome thousands as the cherry trees begin to blossom
The 32nd Waimea Cherry Blossom Festival features a full lineup of multi-cultural activities from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. next Saturday.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Jan. 23-29: ManaFest, King Tide Tour, Winemaker Dinner Series, Shakespeare in Paradise and more
The Big Island is definitely not behind on delivering another packed schedule of events, festivals and activities. All the world’s a stage, so be sure to get out and be one of the actors.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Jan. 16-22: KWXX Hoʻolauleʻa, volcano comedy, ‘Aloha Spirit Rising,’ Keiki Fun Run/Walk and more
If ever there was a week when “variety” best fit the top 10 things happening around the Big Island, this would be it. From an hour of volcano stand-up comedy to the return of the KWXX Hoʻolauleʻa, there definitely is something for everyone. Check em out today!
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High surf warning in effect for north, west shores of Kaua‘i and Ni’ihau
Forecasters at the National Weather Service in Honolulu said while the warning is only in effect through tonight and there will be a decrease in surf Wednesday, advisory level surf is expected to continue into early Thursday.
New eruptive activity at Kīlauea starts big with lava fountaining up to 330 feet high
Episode 9 of the Big Island volcano's ongoing summit eruption in Halemaʻumaʻu Crater began at 10:16 a.m. Tuesday. Lava flowing into the crater from the north vent covered about a quarter of the crater floor by 10:45 a.m. Slow effusion of lava also started at about 10:50 a.m. from the south vent.
New early childhood education program at UH-Mānoa helps address statewide pre-K teacher shortage
The new bachelor of education in early childhood care and education degree will streamline the pathway to becoming a pre-kindergarten teacher to expand early learning access.