East Hawaii News
Flood advisory in effect for Kaʻu District until 7:15 p.m. on Wednesday
At 4:12 p.m. on Wednesday, radar indicated heavy rain over the southeast areas of the Big Island.
Dance Collective kicks off the season of arts at the UH Hilo Performing Arts Center
Marking the start of the Performing Arts Center season, the Dance Collective will feature unique, original pieces by local choreographers that promise to captivate and inspire.
Youth basketball league expands to encourage more beginning-level players
Registration for a new novice girls division in the East Hawaiʻi Youth Basketball League opens on September 23 ahead of the 2025-2026 season.
Lifesaving technology to assist in police emergency response
Hawaiʻi Island police officers received a donation of 30 automated external defibrillators from the Hilo Benioff Medical Center Foundation and the Max and Yetta Karasik Foundation to better respond to cardiac emergencies.
UPDATE: Episode 33 of ongoing eruption at Kīlauea volcano summit ends abruptly on Friday
Lava fountains reached up to 700–800 feet during the early hours of the eruption, making these the highest fountains since episode 28 in July.
Show your team spirit, Big Island, and take the annual Vulcan Challenge now
Annual University of Hawai‘i at Hilo Athletics fundraiser kicked off Sept.16 and runs through Oct. 16; contributions collected support student-athlete scholarships, training and travel.
Update: High bacteria count notification canceled for Lehia Beach Park in Leleiwi
Water sample retesting results at the Hilo park showed enterococci levels no longer exceed the acceptable threshold level.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Sept. 19-25: Kenny Endo 50th anniversary, Hala Festival, Christafari, Farm Fest, Volcano Renaissance Faire and more
There’s several parties going on during the next week right here, so it’s time to come together and have a good time, Big Island. Come on now. It’s up to you. What’s your pleasure? Check out this week’s top 10 things to do now!
Events at Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park continue amid ongoing projects
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park nears a milestone as Phase One of disaster recovery from the 2018 Kīlauea eruption wraps up.
Police, library join forces to make sure keiki have identification
Hawai‘i Police Department Hilo Community Policing Section hosting keiki ID event Sept. 17 at Hilo Public Library
BJ Penn arrested, charged with violating protective order filed by his mother
Officers determined the 46-year-old former UFC champion entered a property on Pu‘u‘eo Street in violation of the protective order, which his mother Lorraine Shin filed for and received in May after Penn allegedly assaulted her.
Community Emergency Response Team course aims to enhance disaster readiness for Hawaiʻi County residents
Community Emergency Response Team training will equip residents with essential disaster response skills to enhance community safety and resilience.
Hawaiʻi County to distribute 1,500 free plants during 5 adoption events
The first 300 free plants will be available on Saturday during the Hala Fest at the Makuʻu Farmers Market in Pāhoa.
Art exhibition shows the humanity behind homelessness
“Displacement: Art of Surviving,” on display through September 26, to witness the human stories behind the art that urges us to see beyond the signs.
High surf warning issued for all north- and east-facing shores on the Big Island
Hurricane Kiko’s approach has prompted a high surf warning for Hawaiʻi Island’s north- and east-facing shores until Wednesday.
Business Monday: Hydroponic Hut inspires growing produce at affordable costs
Founders Allyson and Allen Blackard combat rising produce costs with innovative hydroponic techniques and inspiring others to grow food.
The vermilion bridge pavilion is restored as a centerpiece in Lili‘uokalani Gardens
The iconic bridge pavilion celebrates the natural and cultural heritage of Hilo’s 25-acre Japanese garden that was named in honor of Queen Liliʻuokalani over 100 years ago.
A Puna man arrested, charged in connection with unauthorized entry into a motor vehicle
Benjamin Newman’s bail set at $43,000 and a preliminary hearing is scheduled for Sept. 8.
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!
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.
