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County, state emergency management teams to conduct site visits to properties damaged in South Kona quake

This assessment will serve as the basis for requesting state and federal assistance.

Students can learn from prestigious musicians, build skills during music institute this summer

The Pacific Music Institute is a series of workshops, rehearsals and performances that is set for July 3-12 at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and ʻIolani School campuses.

Kīlauea’s 48th eruptive episode now underway

Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park issued an ashfall advisory during the eruption, which began at 4:40 a.m. on Monday.

Business Monday: Big Island Climbing celebrates 5 years of bolstering bouldering community

Big Island Climbing continues to foster a climbing community and empower youth through bouldering programs and experiences as it reaches its five year anniversary in Hilo.

Hōkūleʻa, Hikianalia to adjust Moananuiākea voyage due to El Niño pattern

The Polynesian Voyaging Society is altering the next phase of their Moananuiākea voyage in response to an intensifying El Niño pattern in the Pacific, announcing plans to depart Aotearoa in August 2026.

Two new trustees join Parker Ranch Foundation Trust in mission to improve life in Waimea

Samuel E. Ainslie and James M.K. Takamine have joined the Parker Ranch Foundation Trust to continue maintaining and improving the unique quality of life in the Kamuela area

‘Our Team, Hawaiʻi’s Team’: NCAA championship trophy tour celebrates University of Hawaiʻi men’s volleyball title

Additional events throughout the state, including other University of Hawaiʻi campuses, also are being planned.

Popular tennis courts at Lincoln Park in downtown Hilo getting face-lift

Improvements will include a new playing surface, fixing cracks, leveling the playing surface and applying new court lines; work will necessitate closure of courts, which begins Monday, June 1.

Voyaging, cultural leaders and others gather to strengthen ties, advance ocean protection efforts

“This is a great moment for us. This is a seed that has been planted to reconnect,” said Ludovic Burns Tuki with Koro Nui o te Vaikava o Rapa Nui, the ocean council of Rapa Nui. “This is the union between the Pacific, the biggest country connected by our blood.”

Hawaiʻi’s emergency siren test scheduled for June 1

Hawaiʻi’s outdoor warning sirens will undergo their routine monthly test at 11:45 a.m. on Monday, June 1, in conjunction with the Emergency Alert System test.
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‘Our Team, Hawaiʻi’s Team’: NCAA championship trophy tour celebrates University of Hawaiʻi men’s volleyball title

Additional events throughout the state, including other University of Hawaiʻi campuses, also are being planned.

Popular tennis courts at Lincoln Park in downtown Hilo getting face-lift

Improvements will include a new playing surface, fixing cracks, leveling the playing surface and applying new court lines; work will necessitate closure of courts, which begins Monday, June 1.

News briefs for May 31: Outdoors Expo, improv auditions, assistance available, Chicky Tendies, L&L milestone and more

A quick look at news from throughout the state and around the Big Island.

News briefs for May 30: Town hall, water polo, Pacific Music Institute, grazing land, Hilo Brewfest, Kona Tax Office and more

A quick look at news happening throughout the state and around the Big Island.

Public invited to attend Hawaiʻi 4-H summer livestock shows throughout islands

These events are a fun way for the community to support Hawaiʻi’s next generation of agricultural leaders while learning more about the importance of livestock production and youth development programs.

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Business Monday: Big Island Climbing celebrates 5 years of bolstering bouldering community
News briefs for May 31: Outdoors Expo, improv auditions, assistance available, Chicky Tendies, L&L milestone and more
State flow of resources made visible with new Hawaiʻi Funding Project
News briefs for May 30: Town hall, water polo, Pacific Music Institute, grazing land, Hilo Brewfest, Kona Tax Office and more

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Big Island Now poll results: County garage is answer to downtown Kona’s parking woes
Big Island Now poll: What is solution to parking woes on Ali‘i Drive in Kailua-Kona?
Reminder: Permanent restrictions remain on the transport of ʻŌhiʻa
Poll results: Big Island Now readers pick clear winner for top 2024 story. Do you know what it is?

Hawai'i Volcano Blog Chevron Forward

Kīlauea’s 48th eruptive episode now underway
Glow, spatter and short overflows: Kīlauea begins to gear up for historic Episode 48 fountaining
Volcano Watch: What caused the major shake-up May 22 on the Big Island?
Volcano Watch: Kīlauea all tied up at 47 episodes

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Voyaging, cultural leaders and others gather to strengthen ties, advance ocean protection efforts
Everyone invited to participate in statewide ‘Makahiki Kuleana Kahakai’ coastal restoration day
Public invited to help shape future of Hilo Bay
Hōkūleʻa to make Japan stops in 2027 as part of Moananuiākea Voyage

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Hawaiʽi Home Energy Assistance Program applications accepted in June for Hawaiian Electric customers in need

Starting today through June 30, Hawaiian Electric customers in need may apply for a one-time credit to reduce their energy bills under the Hawaiʽi Home Energy Assistance Program, or H-HEAP.

County, state emergency management teams to conduct site visits to properties damaged in South Kona quake

This assessment will serve as the basis for requesting state and federal assistance.

Kīlauea’s 48th eruptive episode now underway

Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park issued an ashfall advisory during the eruption, which began at 4:40 a.m. on Monday.

‘Just for Fun’ culinary classes at the University of Hawaiʻi Maui College

The University of Hawaiʻi Maui College’s award-winning Culinary Arts Program is offering another series of five “Just for Fun,” hands-on cooking classes featuring “perfect-for-summer” recipes, beginning on Saturday, June 6, 2026.

Historic Pacific Ocean Row reaches half-way point to Maui

After a month on the water, Joshua Dukes and his three rowing companions are nearing the halfway point on their historic journey from Washington to Maui, Hawaiʻi. The 3,100 mile trek across the open ocean started on May 2, 2026 and is expected to take a total of 50-70 days to complete.

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Kīlauea’s 48th eruptive episode underway on Hawai‘i Island

Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park issued an ashfall advisory during the eruption, which began at 4:40 a.m. on Monday.

Hōkūleʻa, Hikianalia to alter the next phase of Moananuiākea voyage as El Niño intensifies

The Polynesian Voyaging Society is adjusting their schedule and plans to depart Aotearoa in August 2026 due to the intensifying El Niño pattern in the Pacific Ocean.

World Ocean Day events planned to promote ocean protection, conservation this month

Events are planned as part of World Ocean Day, including a Beach Clean-Up and Festival at Nūkoliʻi Beach on June 7, and the "Washed Up Marine Debris Art Show," showcasing art made from ocean trash.

Students invited to attend high-level music institute this July

Students can attend the Pacific Music Institute, which is a series of workshops, rehearsals and performances, from July 3-12 at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa and ʻIolani School campuses.

Kauai Weather Forecast for June 01, 2026

Moderate trades weaken giving way to land and sea breezes through early this week. Increasing moisture will move up the island chain from the southeast through...