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Update: Runway reopens at Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport following brief closure
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation advises passengers to check with their airline about status of their flight.
Hensel to be next president of University of Hawaiʻi
The university’s Board of Regents voted unanimously Thursday to appoint the current executive vice chancellor and university provost at the City University of New York to succeed David Lassner, who will retire at the end of this year after serving as UH president for more than 11 years.
October supermoon reinforces royal effect on coastal waters, ushering in minor King Tides
Peak monthly high tides will cause isolated minor flooding from late tonight through Sunday morning along island shorelines and in low-lying coastal areas.
Young Brothers seeks 20% rate hike on majority of cargo
The shipping company is asking the Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission for the additional revenue to cover significant spikes in service costs, support critical investments in equipment and infrastructure upgrades and sustain vital interisland services.
Update: 1 of 3 teens previously reported as runaways located in good health
17-year-old Hunter Mercier was located Oct. 16. No new information released about Mary Costner or Damon Weber.
YWCA of Hawaiʻi Island eyes next century starting with expansion of preschool
The $21 million capital project, “Building a Bright Future for our Keiki, Families & Community,” has begun as the YWCA prepares to rebuild the newly-imagined YWCA Preschool.
‘Rocky Horror’ returning to Hawai‘i Island’s Aloha Theatre just in time for Halloween
The iconic show follows sweethearts Brad and Janet as they discover the eerie mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Oct. 17-23: Imu workshops, youth kickboxing, free pet microchipping, ‘Super Smash Bros Utlimate,’ a fall fest and more
The middle of October brings with it a variety of events and activities around the Big Island.
Big Island’s Water Supply department customers should prepare due to Red Flag Warning
The Department of Water Supply urges its customers and those who depend on a continuous supply of its water to review their personal situations and prepare accordingly in the event power shutoffs limit supply.
Runway repairs scheduled at Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport
The nightly closures, from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m., will begin Nov. 1 to Nov. 23 and Dec. 6 to Dec. 16.
Update: Weather service cancels red flag warning issued throughout Hawai‘i Island
The warning is in effect from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. today due to strong winds, low humidity, and dry conditions, which increase the risk of wildfires.
Hawai‘i County honors hard work, dedication of employees during 56th annual Employee Recognition Awards Ceremony
Alex Kuklenko claims 2024 Employee of the Year title, Lindsey Iyo named 2024 Manager of the Year and Craig Kawaguchi wins 2024 Supervisor of the Year award. They were among a total of 29 employees nominated for all three awards.
Stinky hitchhiker eludes capture for several days at Honolulu Harbor
Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture inspectors braved the skunk’s odiferous natural defenses to finally trap the animal Monday night after it had infiltrated Pier 1 for an unknown amount of time.
Hawai‘i County Council to discuss wastewater treatment plant projects mandated by EPA
The council will discuss the Hilo Wastewater Treatment Plant project and acquiring land by eminent domain for the Nā‘ālehu Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Update: State health department cancels high bacteria count notification for Richardson Ocean Park
The department is retesting waters at the park because of uncertainty about the representativeness of a first sample after finding bacteria levels of of 591 per 100 mL during routine beach monitoring.
New UH research shows invasive seaweeds thrive in nearshore waters with high salt level, outcompeting native species
Native species, including limu maneʻoneʻo, were notably absent from spring-influenced areas despite showing similar cellular characteristics to invasive species in offshore environments.
State reminds public not to post political signs along roadways
Posting signs along state highways that do not fall under the exempted categories defined by state law unlawful. That includes, but is not limited to, on overpasses, fencing, signposts and poles.
Survey: Majority of voters think elected leaders should prioritize early childhood programs
80% of Hawai‘i Island voters would support candidates who prioritize services such as publicly funded child care.
The Zonta Club of Hilo awards microgrants to five women for their local businesses
Dawn Patterson, Rachel Edrman, Napua Arakaki-Heen, Megan Brady and Syd Wang were awarded $10,000 total in microgrants.
Times Higher Education ranks UH at Mānoa in top 2% of universities worldwide; No. 63 in U.S.
Globally, the university’s flagship campus was placed in the No. 251–300 tier out of more than 25,000 higher education institutions worldwide.
