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    • News briefs for July 4: Corpse flower blooms, false claims recovered, out-of-state cancer care and more

    A quick look at news from throughout the state and beyond.

    East Hawai‘i News Banyan Drive revitalization could become a reality after a decade of effort

    East Hawai‘i News Fireworks and festivities forecast for rest of Fourth of July

    Lost reef recreation because of climate change could cost Hawaiʻi up to $3 billion by beginning of next century

    “This study puts numbers to what our communities have long understood — that losing our reefs means losing the recreational opportunities, cultural practices and quality of life that define what it means to live in Hawaiʻi,” said Hawaiʻi Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of Aquatic Resources Administrator Brian Neilson. July 05, 2026 · 08:00am

    Summer youth camps, clinics upcoming at University of Hawai‘i at Hilo

    Soccer, basketball and volleyball coaches, staffs invite youth to learn and gain skills during several events starting later in July and running through early August.

    Hawai'i State News 2 significant collections donated to America250 by Hawaiʻi State Archives

    News Sony Championship Hawaiʻi on Oʻahu is a new stop on PGA Tour Champions

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    Banyan Drive revitalization could become a reality after a decade of effort

    A collaboration between state, county, and community leaders brings new energy into the revitalization of the historic shoreline road.

    Summer youth camps, clinics upcoming at University of Hawai‘i at Hilo

    Soccer, basketball and volleyball coaches, staffs invite youth to learn and gain skills during several events starting later in July and running through early August.

    News briefs for July 4: Corpse flower blooms, false claims recovered, out-of-state cancer care and more

    A quick look at news from throughout the state and beyond.

    Fireworks and festivities forecast for rest of Fourth of July

    Plenty of clouds persist in several locations, but not much rain expected to impact any celebrations; however, some spots around the Big Island are seeing breezy conditions, so practicing your best fire safety skills will be even more important to make sure fires don’t ignite.

    Limited-time summer fuel savings offered to new, existing Texaco Rewards members

    Customers at participating stations statewide can take advantage of promotions designed to help drivers save more throughout the busy summer travel season.

    2 significant collections donated to America250 by Hawaiʻi State Archives

    The contributions to the nationwide initiative are 111 World War II letters corresponding with Lt. Col. Farrant L. Turner, first commanding officer of the historic U.S. Army 100th Infantry Battalion, and 28 photos memorializing Hawaiʻi’s role in the famous 1965 Selma to Montgomery March led by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

    Sony Championship Hawaiʻi on Oʻahu is a new stop on PGA Tour Champions

    PGA Tour eliminates season-opening Hawaiʻi event after more than 60 years, but adds it as new stop on PGA Tour Campions.

    Special 15-month Girl Scouts of Hawaiʻi membership offer available for limited time

    Offer includes full 2026-27 membership year and remainder of summer 2026; allows girls to start participating right away in troop activities.

    University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo Performing Arts Center to close for first major renovation since opening

    The renovations will cause the Performing Arts Center to close from January 2027 to August 2027.

    U.S. Postal Service appoints postmaster for Hilo

    Kai Kawelo oversees both Hilo post offices, which includes 109 employees serving 5,000 P.O. boxes and 41 routes with more than 23,000 deliveries.
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    America 250 on Big Island: Fourth of July promises family fun festivities, fireworks and more

    This year’s celebrations have even more significance as the United States celebrates its 250th birthday; July 4 festivities will include rodeos, parades and community events such as a 5K run/walk/roll in salute of veterans, drag races, a car show, keiki activities, poolside parties, plenty of food, live music, a rubber duckie race and a lot more.

    Top 10 things to do on Big Island for July 3-9: Bob Dylan tribute, free farm tour, Astronomy on Tap and more

    Hey, Big Island. There’s more to do this week than just Fourth of July festivities. Check out our top 10 things to do now!

    Hilo Community Players announce auditions for upcoming rock musical production

    “Spring Awakening” is a groundbreaking musical theatre experience that tells the story of a group of young people struggling to find their voices in a world determined to silence them; auditions are July 2 and 7, with callbacks July 14.

    Tiger Fun Day returns in July at Pana‘ewa Rainforest Zoo and Gardens in Hilo

    Hawai‘i County Department of Parks and Recreation and Friends of the Pana‘ewa Zoo once again invite the community to celebrate the birthdays of beloved Bengal tigers Tzatziki and Sriracha.

    Fishing fun, tradition and competition

    The ocean is the icebox for island communities, but there are times when lawaiʻa, the fishermen, do play for their food — during fishing tournaments!
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    News briefs for July 4: Corpse flower blooms, false claims recovered, out-of-state cancer care and more
    7-Eleven Hawai‘i celebrating 48 years of serving communities throughout islands
    Forbes names Central Pacific Bank best in Hawai‘i for 3rd consecutive year
    4th annual Hawaiʻi Made Conference succeeds in focus on food innovation for future
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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
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    Volcano Watch: Hawai‘i Five-O! Fifty fountaining episodes at Kīlauea summit
    Update: Episode 50 of the ongoing Halemaʻumaʻu eruption ends after 7 hours
    National park offers viewing, safety tips if you plan to visit during Episode 50 of Kīlauea lava fountaining
    Volcano Watch: A hui hou to a giant of volcanology

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    New study reveals global tuna fishing practices have created risks to the world’s marine protected areas
    Kaʻūpūlehu Marine Reserve reopening delayed
    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

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    Maui Weather Forecast for July 05, 2026

    A ridge of high pressure will remain anchored in place north of the Hawaiian Islands for the foreseeable future. Easterly trade winds will continue to blow...

    Maui County’s fringe mayoral candidates add unique ideas, opinions, entertainment to race

    "It's one of my favorite aspects of politics is the fact that all of these folks get to run no matter how realistic their candidacies are. And sometimes they bring up really important issues, and sometimes they help shift the nature of what the mainstream candidates are talking about," political scientist Colin Moore said. "And sometimes it's just really entertaining."

    $7M to support community-led stewardship across Hawaiʻi

    This funding initiative will invest in projects focused on five moku (district) and hui (group of) moku: Kona Kauaʻi, Waiʻanae (Oʻahu), Molokaʻi, Central Maui and Kohala (Hawaiʻi Island). Up to $1.4 million is available within each moku/hui to support projects that reflect community-identified priorities and advance long-term resilience. 

    Maui Surf Forecast for July 05, 2026

    A small, long period south swell will fade tonight as an overlapping moderate, long period south-southwest swell fills in, boosting south shore surf...

    Gov. Green announces first-in-the-nation savings accounts for foster youth

    Gov. Josh Green announced that Hawaiʻi is becoming the first state in the nation to ensure every eligible child in foster care, from newborn through age 17, has a funded, tax-advantaged savings and investment account.

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    8th annual Garden Island Boogie Board Classic set for Prince Kūhiō Beach in mid July

    The bodyboarding event that features three days of competition, youth development and ocean stewardship is hosted by the nonprofit Kaikeha.

    Goodwill Industries to host reuse collection event at Kauaʻi Resource Center on July 10

    At the collection event in Līhuʻe, accepted donations include clothing, shoes, books, children’s toys, kitchenware and small furniture.

    Kauaʻi County Division of Motor Vehicles to be temporarily closed

    Regular hours will resume on Thursday, July 9.

    Kauai Weather Forecast for July 05, 2026

    A ridge of high pressure will remain anchored in place north of the Hawaiian Islands for the foreseeable future. Easterly trade winds will continue to blow...

    Kauai Surf Forecast for July 05, 2026

    A small, long period south swell will fade tonight as an overlapping moderate, long period south-southwest swell fills in, boosting south shore surf...