Business Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority announces 2026 Community Enrichment Program recipients
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Volcano Watch: A decade of disaster response; mahalo to Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense Administrator Talmadge Magno
Magno, who navigated the Hawaiʻi Island response to volcanic eruptions from multiple volcanoes, the COVID-19 pandemic, fires, earthquakes, tsunami warnings, hurricanes and historic kona low storms, retires effective Aug. 1. July 31, 2026 · 05:00am
Wind advisory issued for portions of Hawai‘i Island
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Motorcyclist in critical condition following collsion in Puna District
The crash occurred in Kea‘au between the Macadamia Nut Road and Kipimana Street intersections on Highway 11.
Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority announces 2026 Community Enrichment Program recipients
Several Big Island organizations among 49 throughout the state selected to receive funding and present authentic experiences for the residents and visitors from July through December.
Wind advisory issued for portions of Hawai‘i Island
The winds on Hawai‘i Island will mostly be felt in its interior, stretching from the north in Kohala to the south in Ka‘ū.
Volcano Watch: A decade of disaster response; mahalo to Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense Administrator Talmadge Magno
Magno, who navigated the Hawaiʻi Island response to volcanic eruptions from multiple volcanoes, the COVID-19 pandemic, fires, earthquakes, tsunami warnings, hurricanes and historic kona low storms, retires effective Aug. 1.
Waimea hospital welcomes new doctor at Women’s Center
Dr. Jon ‘Sione’ Hathaway brings 20-plus years of experience as the newest provider to join the center at Queen’s North Hawai‘i Community Hospital on the Big Island.
Moananuiākea Voyage update: Climate change adds time to sail plan, Hōkūleʻa hits 50 years of voyaging
The Polynesian Voyaging Society adds a year to the Moananuiākea Voyage due to the chance of a strong El Niño and dangerous conditions predicted through spring 2027.
UPDATE: Police report portion of Puna-bound lanes on Highway 11 previously closed now open
The earlier closure July 30 was caused by a traffic crash.
Kona man arrested, charged with harassment, resisting arrest after trying to provoke fight
44-year-old Matthew Larrua made his initial court appearance July 29 in Kona District Court; the charges stem from an incident the afternoon of July 28 at a business on Aliʻi Drive in Kailua-Kona.
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Top 10 things to do on Big Island for July 31-Aug. 6: Sensory Summer, ‘Chaperone,’ Back to School Horse Adventure, Jerry Garcia Day and more
There’s plenty to do that will seduce your senses during any event you attend throughout the next week on the Big Island. Check out our top 10 things to do for July 31-Aug. 6 now!
Hawaiʻi County announces Science Night at Keaʻau Armory
The free event will feature activities related to science, technology, engineering and math as well as hands-on experiments, space and astronomy exploration and more.
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!
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County Department of ʻŌiwi Resources grant applications to be accepted July 31-Aug. 31, 2026
The County announced its Department of ʻŌiwi Resources grant applications open July 31 through Aug 31, 2026. The average award is expected to range from $25,000 to $50,000. New Kūikawā Grants max request $2,500 for FY2027. An informational webinar is scheduled for Aug 11 at 11 a.m.
Maui Council panel reviews non-binding agreement for ML&P’s Honokōhau ditch system, other West Maui water assets
Maui County could more than double public control of West Maui's drinking water under a proposed deal with Maui Land & Pineapple Co., but County Council members on Wednesday pushed back on provisions in a memorandum of understanding that would bundle the water purchase with zoning changes for housing on land the company wants to keep for development.
Maui County to launch two recovery grant programs supporting workforce development, public services
The County of Maui Office of Recovery today announced it will be launching two competitive grant opportunities through its Hoʻokumu Hou program, open to nonprofits and government agencies that are working to support community members’ recovery from the 2023 Maui Wildfires.
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Volcano Watch: A decade of disaster response; mahalo to Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense Administrator Talmadge Magno
Magno, who navigated the Hawaiʻi Island response to volcanic eruptions from multiple volcanoes, the COVID-19 pandemic, fires, earthquakes, tsunami warnings, hurricanes and historic kona low storms, retires effective Aug. 1.
Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative celebrates accomplishments, progress
More than 100 people attended the cooperative's 24th annual Membership Meeting, learning about its 2025 financial performance and more.
Nonprofits can apply for bus passes to help Kaua‘i residents
The Kauaʻi Bus Pass Outreach Program aims to assist with bus passes to low-income households and individuals with transportation needs through eligible nonprofit organizations.
New research finds Hawaiʻi corals might have time to adapt to future heat stress
University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa oceanographers used high-resolution modeling that includes small-scale processes to examine projected heat stress on coral reefs during the 21st century and compared this heat stress to previous estimates of the rate corals might adapt to changing conditions.
