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Take a look at what’s going on today leading up to the big race day Oct. 11 in Kona.

Take a look at what’s going on today leading up to the big race day Oct. 11 in Kona.

Isn’t it great we live Big Island? No matter what week it is, there’s always something to do — and sometimes the mix is just as special as the place we call home. This week is one of those times.

Hawaiʻi officials confirmed 38 minutes after the alert was sent out the morning of Jan. 13, 2018, that it was a false alarm, but people throughout the state were panicking as many sought shelter and contacted loved ones, thinking their lives were about to end. Like many, part-time Kauaʻi resident and the show’s author Holly Doubet was terrified.

Seven artists offer their unique perspectives about the relationships we have with our bodies and how others present their bodies to us as part of the new exhibit on view through Nov. 26 at the downtown Hilo cultural center.

The iconic palaka fabric — a versatile checkerboard pattern — is making a comeback from its plantation roots to modern runways, thanks to its cultural significance and history.

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!

Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park nears a milestone as Phase One of disaster recovery from the 2018 Kīlauea eruption wraps up.

Before “American Idol” hopefuls get a chance to showcase their pipes for celebrity judges Luke Bryan, Lionel Richie and Carrie Underwood, they must first impress the show’s producers.

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!

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.

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

Labor Day Weekend is upon us, Big Island, so get out and celebrate the long weekend — and extra time off work — by attending, participating in or watching one or more of the multitude of events happening around the Big Island. Check out this week’s top 10 things to do now!

Single-show tickets now on sale for season featuring returning favorites such as ‘the Jimi Hendrix of the ʻukulele’ Jake Shimabukuro and 4-time Grammy Award winner Kalani Pe‘a as well as new artists including acclaimed dance company Black Grace.

The events will be directly tied to themes of the new historical epic drama, based on true events and starring Jason Momoa, that follows the unification and colonization of Hawai‘i from an indigenous perspective.

This week’s got it all, Big Island — a radioactive reptile on the rampage brings his diverse character to the silverscreen in Hilo, an emotional evening event will fill waters in West Hawai’i with a soft glow to remember loved ones who passed and and an epic paniolo-style BBQ and music festival in Waimea will satisfy your taste-buds and pique your curiosity about a new cultural TV series. Check out our top 10 things to do on the island now!

Nearly 300 kūpuna from Hawai‘i Island, Molokaʻi and Japan will perform during the event Sept. 10-11 at OUTRIGGER Kona Resort & Spa in Keauhou on the west side of the Big Island.

Despite the heat, this time of year is great for getting out and going before everyone’s schedules overflow with work, school activities, sports and — yes, it’s only just a few months away now — the holiday season. So don’t miss the full slate of activities and events happening during the next several days around the island.

On Aug. 6, lava fountains reached up to 165 ft., and erupted lava covered 80% of the crater floor during Kīlaueaʻs episode 30 eruption.

This week’s top 10 is a celebration of diversity once again — for events and activities — with everything from observing the fifth annual SPAM Musubi Day to the Hana No‘eau Hawaiian Arts Festival and a tail-wagging good time for keiki and their furry best friends. Check out this week’s top 10 things to do on the Big Island now!