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Workshop ‘How Clinical Trials Save Lives’ emphasizes benefits to patient care, research

Free event at University of Hawai‘i Cancer Center also marks 1-year anniversary of Susan C. Hirano Cancer CARE Community; in-person and Zoom options available.

Hawai‘i County Council begins budget discussions for upcoming fiscal year

Hawaiʻi County budget discussions continue throughout the week before the County Council, with each department explaining their proposed funding needs.

Polynesian Voyaging Society honors 50th anniversary of Hōkūleʻa’s maiden voyage

A series of storytelling, educational initiatives, musical performances and fundraising efforts throughout this year will reflect on the legacy of the voyage and its enduring impact.

Hawaiʻi County wellness event to celebrate public health, community volunteers

A wellness celebration in Hilo will bring together National Public Health Week, National Volunteer Week, and the Mayor’s Health Challenge Legacy on Friday, April 24.

What word did Kauaʻi student spell to be crowned Hawaiʻi spelling bee champion?

The Hawaiʻi Technology Academy student earned a trip to Washington, D.C., to compete in the national Scripps National Spelling Bee in May.

2 new members appointed to University of Hawai‘i Board of Regents, pending Senate confirmation

The Board of Regents is responsible for overseeing the 10-campus UH system, including policy direction, financial oversight and long-term strategic planning.

Big Island man indicted on attempted murder charge pleads not guilty in Kona court, posts bail

Charges stem from incidents that occurred in 2023 and 2024 when the suspect assaulted a former girlfriend, according to Hawai‘i Island police.

Big Island nonprofit gifts two Big Dog Tanker Trucks to Maui Fire Department

These trucks join Maui’s fleet after the department lost four trucks in the Lahaina and Kula fires of August 2023.

Coast Guard cutter restores tsunami warning system during Pacific Patrol

The U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Oliver Henry has returned to Guam after a 29-day mission in the western Pacific, enhancing tsunami warning capabilities and delivering essential humanitarian aid.

Hawai‘i Community Foundation accepting applications for grants supporting Waimea community

Eligible applicants are those based in Waimea.

Merrie Monarch Chevron Forward

Photo galleries summarize a weekend of hula, moʻolelo and Hawaiian culture
Kāne from O‘ahu capture overall win at Merrie Monarch Festival’s hula competition in Hilo
PHOTO GALLERY: Sights and pageantry of 63rd annual Merrie Monarch Royal Parade
‘It’s a revival’: Merrie Monarch group contest begins with beloved hula kahiko night
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Polynesian Voyaging Society honors 50th anniversary of Hōkūleʻa’s maiden voyage

A series of storytelling, educational initiatives, musical performances and fundraising efforts throughout this year will reflect on the legacy of the voyage and its enduring impact.

Big Island’s Rhoda Magbitang tests her creativity on national TV’s ‘Top Chef’

The executive chef at the Mauna Lani resort’s CanoeHouse is taking on one of the biggest creative challenges of her career as she competes with other high-level chefs in Season 23 of the popular national television show.

Big Island state Rep. Jeanné Kapela co-hosts this year’s 17th annual Art at the Capitol

The free, family-friendly event is open to the public and celebrates local art, performances and culture; this year’s theme is “Urban Canvases; Culture in Motion.”

PHOTO GALLERY: Sights and pageantry of 63rd annual Merrie Monarch Royal Parade

SunRa Adziyaomamawu, a senior at Connections Public Charter School in Hilo, photographs the sights and pageantry of the parade that marched through downtown Hilo on Saturday morning, April 11, 2026.

Kings’ Shops culinary event raises thousands for Waikōloa conservation initiative

A culinary fundraiser on Hawaiʻi Island raised about $20,000 to benefit the Waikōloa Dry Forest Initiative.

Hawai‘i Business Chevron Forward

GoFarm Hawaiʻi webinar to focus on planning for the future, including farm succession, land transition
Business Monday: Kona restaurants form group to provide jobs, help nonprofits, revive downtown
Hawaiʻi businesses reminded to file their second quarter annual business reports
Magics Beach Grill authorized to reopen after correcting multiple critical violations

Big Island Polls Chevron Forward

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

Partial monitoring network outage continues at Hawaiian Volcano Observatory
Volcano Watch: Caldera clues; tephra deposits from Kīlauea’s past
UPDATE: Episode 44 of lava fountaining at Kīlauea ended Thursday night; Highway 11 reopens
Did you feel it? Magnitude-3.9 quake shakes Big Island

Ocean Blog Chevron Forward

26-year-old Big Island man dies in possible drowning at End of the World in West Hawai‘i
Soggy situation: 12 Big Island locations already recorded 2 or more inches of rain, including 2 with more than 11 inches
Sound Bytes: Synchronous swimming (with robots); behind the Hawaiʻi Glider Challenge
Upcoming Kiaʻi o ke Kai focus groups seek ocean users, stewards to participate, talk story

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Mākena Golf & Beach Club to host benefit supporting Maui’s reefs and coastal waters

Mākena Golf & Beach Club will host Hānau Kana, He ʻākoʻakoʻa, Puka (Born was the Coral, It Rises), a benefit dinner celebrating Maui’s reefs, coastal waters, and the community efforts working to protect them. The special evening event will take place Saturday, June 27 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Mākena’s Nāulu Farm.

HIDOE after-school program registration to open April 22

The Hawaiʻi State Department of Education (HIDOE) and After-School Plus (A+)  program providers statewide are encouraging families to prepare for registration for the upcoming 2026-27 school year. A+ registration for HIDOE families opens Wednesday, April 22, 3 p.m. — both online and in person.

Maui Weather Forecast for April 15, 2026

A low pressure system lingers far north of the Hawaiian Islands producing light and variable winds with chances for showers into Thursday. A passing high...

Spurred by fatal 2023 Lahaina blaze, a West Maui fire station project gets key approval

The Olowalu Fire Station, a privately funded project on donated land, would cover a growing residential community where fire is a risk and serve as a critical emergency hub between West and Central Maui.

Maui Emergency Management Agency taking ‘posture forward’ stance in emergency activations

The Maui Emergency Management Agency is seeking more robust resources to address a climate-change-fueled surge in emergency activations caused by frequent wildfires and severe kona low storms.

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Kauai Weather Forecast for April 15, 2026

A low pressure system lingers far north of the Hawaiian Islands producing light and variable winds with chances for showers into Thursday. A passing high...

Kauai Weather Forecast for April 15, 2026

A low pressure system lingers far north of the Hawaiian Islands producing light and variable winds with chances for showers into Thursday. A passing high...

Kauai Surf Forecast for April 15, 2026

A small, short-period, northwest swell will continue to diminish into Thursday and remain subdued through the weekend. A small, medium- period&#44...

Kauaʻi County Council to consider resolution recognizing ocean lifeguards as first responders

The Hawaiʻi State Legislature also is currently considering similar resolutions that would give open water lifeguards the same rights, resources, training support and professional respect accorded to first responders.

Kauai Weather Forecast for April 15, 2026

A low pressure system lingers far north of the Hawaiian Islands producing light and variable winds with chances for showers into Thursday. A passing high...