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Hawaiʻi County officials closely monitoring developing storm system

Associated shower and thunderstorm activity with Invest 93C remained disorganized as of a 2 a.m. update today (Aug. 12); however, a tropical depression or storm is expected to form within the next day or so with environmental conditions continuing to favor further development while the system moves generally west-northwestward at 10 to 15 mph.

Update: Coastal flooding statement previously in effect for portions of Big Island canceled

National Weather Service forecasters in Honolulu reported early this morning (Aug. 12) that high water levels have fallen just below coastal flooding thresholds.

Young Brothers plans modified cargo acceptance, availability at Port of Kawaihae

Several changes are scheduled throughout August at the West Hawai‘i port, beginning this week, as the shipping company works ‘to keep the marine highway running smoothly for all communities’ it serves.

Young Hawaiian monk seal found dead in abandoned lay net on Oʻahu North Shore

The 3-month-old seal was identified as RV36, a male, born in late April at Kaʻena Point State Park; the carcass was turned over to National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, which will conduct a post-mortem examination.

Magnitude-5.2 quake strikes beneath Kama‘ehuakanaloa seamount east-southeast of Big Island

Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reported that the quake was part of an ongoing sequence of temblors associated with unrest that started Aug. 9 at the seamount. The quakes have no apparent impact on either Mauna Loa or Kīlauea volcanoes.

Bacteria notification, brown water advisory issued for waters off East Hawai‘i

Routine water sampling at Honoli‘i Cove detected bacteria levels above the state’s permitted threshold while health officials advise the public to stay out of waters of Hilo Bay and several miles north along the Hāmākua Coast because of a brown waters.

UPDATE: Wildland fire that caused closure of Daniel K. Inouye Highway has burned 70+ acres

Fire crews from Hawaiʻi County, state Division of Forestry and Wildlife, Pōhakuloa Training Area and air support from the Hawaiʻi Army National Guard continue to fight the blaze; firefighting operations expected to continue throughout night.

Arkansas man charged in reported West Hawai’i sexual assaults

64-year-old Timothy Efird of Hot Springs, Ark., is charged with first-degree and second-degree sexual assault in connection with two separate incidents reportedly involving the same woman.

Police charge Kona woman in connection with reported robbery at knifepoint

33-year-old Krystal Hernandez is charged with first-degree robbery and second-degree promoting a detrimental drug following an incident Aug. 7 near the 75-5500 block of Kuakini Highway in Kailua-Kona.

Residents can participate in the Waikoloa Hulu Street evacuation drill set for Saturday

Waikoloa Village residents and visitors are encouraged to take part in the driving the evacuation route on Hulu Street from 9 to 11 a.m. on Aug. 15.
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Puʻukoholā Heiau National Historic Site celebrating 54th anniversary with free Hawaiian Cultural Festival

Kamehameha the Great, the first person to unite the warring islands into the Kingdom of Hawai’i, had the major temple built by thousands and thousands of men from 1790 to 1791.

2026 ‘Ohina Labs application deadline quickly approaching for filmmakers

There’s just 1 more week left to submit short screenplays and apply for a free annual workshop this fall, with a chance to win the ‘Ohina Greenlight Award — receiving support for their winning script to become a completed short film produced and filmed in Hawai‘i.

Keiki invited to participate in second annual Youth Music Showcase

Participation is limited to the first 15 performances, with a maximum of three performances in each category each limited to 3 minutes; registration deadline is Aug. 22.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Aug. 7-13: Bake your own baumstriezel, 808 Day, Brain Health Scavenger Hunt, ‘Chegamos’ and more

The unique variety of events happening during the next week around the Big Island features an array of culture, music, history, health, art and more.

Made in Hawaiʻi Festival returns in August for 32nd year

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.

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Business Monday: Multigenerational farm Lions Gate Coffee looking for new owners
Puna Rising invites youth, employers to first Puna Youth Career Fair
June 2026 visitor spending, arrivals slightly increase
Made in Hawaiʻi Festival returns in August for 32nd year

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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?

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Magnitude-5.2 quake strikes beneath Kama‘ehuakanaloa seamount east-southeast of Big Island
Volcano Watch: New research offers clues to Kīlaueaʻs changing lava fountaining heights
Volcano Watch: A decade of disaster response; mahalo to Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense Administrator Talmadge Magno
Episode 52 of lava fountaining in ongoing episodic Kīlauea summit eruption ends

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University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa oceanographers find Hawaiian corals can possibly adapt to future heat stress
VIDEO: Blacktip shark nursery discovered in Hilo Bay
Statewide World Ocean Day event makes waves in effort to cleanup island coasts
Lost reef recreation because of climate change could cost Hawaiʻi up to $3 billion by beginning of next century

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Maui Weather Forecast for August 12, 2026

Moderate to locally breezy trade winds will continue today, followed by gradual strengthening Thursday into Friday. Mostly dry conditions will persist...

Haʻikū Fire Station project stalls as Maui County Council panel wrestles with land title dispute

After more than 17 years of planning, the proposed Haʻikū Fire Station has hit a legal stumbling block significant enough for council members to seek legal advice in a closed executive session and delay further consideration for two weeks.

Maui Council approves permits for 2026 Maui County Fair and Aloha Classic Windsurfing Tournament

Maui County Council members unanimously adopted Tuesday two resolutions approving special events permits for the 2026 Maui County Fair and the Aloha Classic Windsurfing Tournament.

Maui Surf Forecast for August 12, 2026

Surf along south and west facing shores will continue to remain elevated as overlapping south swells continue to fill in around the islands through tonight. A...

Paʻūpili Lahaina 3rd Saturdays returns this weekend on Aug. 15

The Maui Economic Recovery Commission, Healing Journey Team welcomes the community back for Paʻūpili Lahaina 3rd Saturdays, a monthly gathering dedicated to healing, connection, and strengthening the resilience of Lahaina.

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Kauaʻi Coffee marks new chapter with celebration following resolution of lease dispute

Kauaʻi Coffee Co. is celebrating a new 15-year lease agreement with a community event Aug. 15, transforming a potential closure into an afternoon of gratitude, music, food and free coffee.

Update: National Weather Service cancels coastal flooding statement previously in effect for parts of Kaua‘i County

Forecasters in Honolulu reported early this morning (Aug. 12) that high water levels have fallen just below coastal flooding thresholds.

Office of Hawaiian Affairs plans televised candidate forums for 2026 trustee election

The forums are designed to provide voters and agency beneficiaries an opportunity to hear directly from candidates about issues, their priorities and the visions they would bring to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs governing board.

Inspection of Wailua–Kapaʻa sewer collection system scheduled

The County of Kauaʻi Department of Public Works describes this as a critical step toward strengthening wastewater infrastructure serving the eastside communities.

UPDATED: Water service shutdown rescheduled for portions of Wailuā Homesteads

The shutdown originally planned for Aug. 11 is now slated for Aug. 12 and necessary to repair a water mainline affecting portions of the community.