East Hawai‘i News

The latest episode of molten rock geysers within Halemaʻumaʻu Crater of the Big Island volcano began shortly after 7 p.m. July 28 following precursory activity that started the night before.

Reports by Vibrant Hawaiʻi and KōCreate examine energy affordability, power outages, household preparedness, renewable energy development, community participation, protection of ʻāina and cultural resources as well as benefits residents expect from future energy investments.

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.

McBride brings to the University of Hawai‘i at Hilo team more than a decade of athletic training experience in professional hockey and collegiate athletics.

Hawai‘i Island 17-year-old living with leukemia presents check from Make-A-Wish Hawai‘i to University of Hawai‘i at Hilo cashier’s office, taking inspiring step toward future in engineering,

Closures are planned for weekdays, unless otherwise noted; All projects are weather permitting and lane closure schedules can change with little to no notice.

Forecaster confidence in Fausto’s track is increasing that strongest winds and heaviest rainfall will remain offshore to the north of the Hawaiian Islands; however, everyone still needs to continue watching the storm’s progress.

The Hawaiʻi County Council passed a voluntary rezoning bill that seeks to ignite business growth in Pāhoa and a bill that maintains the town’s unique character.

The project gets underway July 27 in Hilo, with work by Isemoto Contracting crews scheduled from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday; completion is expected by the end of 2027.

Gov. Josh Green, Hawaiʻi County Mayor Kimo Alameda, and U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda to lead a lineup of candidates set to speak with voters at Moʻoheau Bandstand in Hilo ahead of the primary elections.

Customers can receive a variety of health screenings, connect with Walmart pharmacists and learn more about resources that support overall wellness; walk-ins are welcome and no registration is required for the July 25 event at Hilo and Kailua-Kona Walmart stores.

Hawaiian Volcano Observatory relies heavily on global positioning satellite data to monitor volcanic activity in Hawaiʻi; data collected are by a combination of permanent stations and annual surveys, giving scientists a picture of Mauna Loa’s changing shape through time.

The 72nd annual Hilo Orchid Show is underway Friday through Saturday at the Edith Kanakaʻole Multi-Purpose Stadium, with thousands of flowers available to see, smell and buy.

First scheduled night of July 23 along Kāwili in Hilo; second is night of July 28 along Paradise Drive in Puna.

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!

36-year old Georgiann Santos was last seen at 10:20 a.m. on Tuesday in the Black Sand subdivision in Puna.

76-year old Laura Walker was found unresponsive at the scene and subsequently pronounced deceased following the fatal collision.

Big Island Substance Abuse Council is hosting the 12th annual Summer Jam from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, July 25 at the Francis Wong Stadium parking lot.

The 72nd Hilo Orchid Show is set to take place from July 24-26 at Edith Kanakaʻole Stadium, featuring a dazzling array of orchids and engaging activities for all attendees.

Innovative ‘geothermometer’ sheds light on Hawaiian volcano history, reveals two heat surges with the first occuring 14 to 20 million years ago and the other from 0 to 6 million years ago.