East Hawai‘i News
Update: Kīlauea’s Episode 20 erupts with lava fountains of 500-plus feet, but lasts less than 5 hours
Latest episode of sustained geisers of molten rock in Halemaʻumaʻu Crater at the Big Island volcano’s summit was shortest since eruption began Dec. 23, 2024.
State: Make sure you’re covered before disaster strikes
Hawai‘i Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Insurance Division reminds island residents to review insurance policies in preparation for upcoming 2025 hurricane season, which begins June 1.
Former 49ers running back bringing all-sports skills clinic to Big Island
Athletes of all ages can sign up for an all-sport athletic clinic hosted by former San Francisco 49ers running back, Jamal Willis, in Keaʻau from June 19-21.
Business Monday: Two conferences aim to educate food preservers, fruit growers
The Hawaiʻi Master Food Preservers debuts its first conference on Thursday, Oct. 23, with the 35th Hawaiʻi International Tropical Fruit Growers Conference following that weekend from Friday, Oct. 24 to Sunday, Oct. 26.
Survey to assess emergency preparedness level of east Hawaiʻi County households next week
The initiative aims to better prepare the region against potential disasters and offer vital insights to enhance emergency response strategies
Scheduled Hawai‘i Island lane closures on state roadways for May 3 to May 9
Lane closures schedules can change at anytime without warning. All projects are weather permitting. Check to see if any of the planned closures will impact your commute during the next week.
Volcano business for sale for the next creative visionary
After spending nearly 20 years creating a hub for the Volcano community, Ira Ono is selling the Volcano Garden Arts property and the vision that comes along with it.
Hawai‘i Island police launch a negligent homicide investigation
Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating a collision involving a pedestrian and a motor vehicle near the intersection of Waiānuenue Avenue and Rainbow Drive on Thursday night.
Hawaiʻi Community College’s new marine program provides unique research opportunities for students
Marine Option Program students provides opportunities to apply traditional course work to the real world while students obtain practical marine skills.
Hawaiʻi police seek information on stolen truck in Hilo
Police search for a 2001 Toyota Tacoma Prerunner stolen from Wainaku Street last week.
Two new warning sirens on Big Island part of monthly test set for 11:45 a.m. on Thursday
The May 1 siren test for Hawaiʻi will be coordinated with a test of the Live Audio Broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for May 2-8: Celebrating Lei Day, Culivating community, exploring the cosmos and more
Just because the Merrie Monarch Festival is done doesn’t mean all the fun around the island is, too. From Lei Day festivities to exploring the cosmos, there’s an entire universe of activities and events unfolding during the next week. Check them out now!
Big Island AIDS Walk to raise awareness, crucial funds
Kumukahi Health + Wellness is hosting the annual Big Island AIDS Walk this Saturday to raise money for local programs supporting people living with HIV/AIDS.
Man faces multiple charges after an incident in Kalapana last week
Joseph Williams is set to appear in a preliminary hearing at Hilo District Court on Wednesday.
Police request public assistance in the search for two Hilo runaways
Police search for two runaways, King Kehoe and Jazzielle Nathaniel, last seen in Hilo at 8:45 p.m. on Monday night.
Business Monday: Oasis Skateshop hits 9 years as a hub for Hilo skaters
Oasis Skateshop in Hilo continues to host events and engage the local scene while the skate community eagerly anticipates the building of the long-awaited county skatepark for all ages and skill levels.
Update: Pāhoa woman officially charged for allegedly strangling man to death after she says he tried to kill her
42-year-old Patricia Ann McConnell of Pāhoa was charged with second-degree murder in connection with a reported domestic dispute late the night of April 24 in Nānāwale Estates between her and 45-year-old Patrick Gideon John-Bruce Dalrymple-Collins also of Pāhoa.
62nd annual Merrie Monarch Festival culminates tonight with group hula ʻauana
Before the final night of competition begins, however, there’s plenty of craft fairs, markets and other events that continue throughout Hilo in case you haven’t had a chance to check any out yet.
State: Vog, sulfur dioxide still potential health hazards even while Kīlauea summit eruption paused
Health officials encourage the public to keep a close eye on Hawaiʻi air quality data as volcanic gas emissions remain elevated. Air quality can change quickly, depending on the amount of gas being released from the Big Island volcano, wind direction and other weather conditions.
Scheduled Hawai‘i Island lane closures on state roadways for April 26-May 2
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Check to see if any of the planned closures will impact your commute during the next week.
