Locally produced children’s book at Pana‘ewa Rainforest Zoo highlights marmosets

“A Monkey’s Tale: Maria’s Seven Rainforest Marmosets” was written by Sarah Marie Riley, illustrated by Keali‘imakamana‘onalani Po‘oloa, and printed by Petroglyph Press in Hilo.

Hawai‘i County officials advise residents to prepare for possible Kiko impacts

Hawaiʻi Island could see storm-driven high surf starting as early as Sunday, and strong winds and heavy rain starting as early as Monday morning.

UPDATE: Missing person Boiani found safe in Pāhoa

Gerald Boiani,74, was found in Pāhoa and is reported to be in good health.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Sept. 5-11: Queen Liliʻuokalani Festival, Big Island Walk & Roll to Cure ALS, World Manta Day Festival and more

Hey, Big Island. Looking for something to do this weekend? We once again have you covered. Check out our top 10 things to do on the Big Island now!

Undeveloped beachfront parcel in Waikōloa Beach Resort returned to native Hawaiian descendants

Marking the district boundary between Kona and Kohala, this land is a wahi pana (legendary, storied place), featuring Keahualono and Hi‘iaka heiau (places of worship), wai ‘ōpae (anchialine ponds), petroglyph fields, and ancient trail networks.

Employers Council offer essential workplace skills training on Hawaiʻi Island this fall

The Hilo session will be on at ʻImiloa Astronomy Center on Friday, Sept. 19, and the Kona session will be at the Royal Kona Resort on Wednesday, Oct. 22.

Mauna Kea Stewardship Authority to host community talk story in Laupāhoehoe

The Oversight Authority emphasized the need for continued efforts to engage residents across Hawaiʻi Island and gather public feedback on Mauna Kea’s strategic framework.

Former Hilo hospital set to transform into a resource hub beginning this fall

Developers are invited to bid on the first phase of renovations at the historic Hilo Memorial Hospital, which will be transformed into a comprehensive resource hub focused on housing stabilization and community support.

Two Hawai‘i Island fire dispatchers among honorees at 28th annual Daniel R. Sayre Foundation ceremony

The fire and police department heroes were honored for preventing a suicide, recovering a body in a river after a three-day search, and saving lives by performing or instructing CPR.

Monthly Waimea meeting to focus on cybercrime prevention

Cybersecurity experts Joely Chung, Adam Palmer, and Cherise Richards will be featured at the Waimea Town meeting on Sept. 4 as they share critical strategies to combat cybercrime and fraud online.

Update: Law enforcement locates missing 73-year-old woman in Puna

Susan Damo, who was last seen in Keaʻau at 6:20 p.m. Sunday night, has been located.

Makeover underway at Kings’ Shops in Waikōloa

The shopping center, located at 250 Waikoloa Beach Drive, remains fully open during construction, and guests are encouraged to visit for shopping, dining and cultural events.

Get community project funded through Vibrant Hawai‘i nonprofit

The local nonprofit is offering mini-grants of $50 to $100 to support small and meaningful projects.

Polynesian Voyaging Society and ALOHA Collection launch special edition collab honoring Hōkūleʻa’s 50th

The limited-edition collection debuted at a public launch event on Aug. 20 at Bishop Museum’s Kaiwiʻula Night Market. The limited-edition collection is available online while supplies last.

Hawai‘i Island United Way to host first-ever Givers Gala

Tickets to the gala are now available for the event, which will take place on Oct. 24.

Kumukahi Health + Wellness secures grant amid looming federal funding cuts

The grant shores up Kumukahi’s cash flow while also allowing the nonprofit to launch a first-of-its-kind transitional housing program and new staff position benefiting the LGBTQ+ community on Hawai‘i Island, according to a news release Friday from the nonprofit.

Big Island weekly lane closures: Aug. 30 to Sept. 5

Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.

Roseanne Barr selling Big Island macadamia nut farm once the site of her reality TV show

Roseanne Barr has listed her picturesque 46-acre macadamia nut farm in Honokaʻa for $1.95 million, ending her time as an active farmer on the Big Island.

Registration open for annual ALS walk coming up in Hilo

Those interested in participating can register online at alswalkbigisland.org till Sept. 5 at 8 p.m. However, the nonprofit will allow supporters to register the morning of the event, beginning at 9 a.m.

Restoration of Pohoiki Road begins after lava inundation during 2018 Kīlauea eruption

The project involves the restoration of 4.5 miles of roadway and water lines that will return water service to Isaac Kepo‘okalani Hale Beach Park.
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