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High wind warning remains in effect for leeward Kohala
A strong high pressure system to the north of the islands, combined with a trough to the northwest, is producing strong and gusty trade winds.
Hawai‘i Island police renew request for help in finding missing Kona man
The 40-year-old was last seen in the Kona area in April 2023.
Update: Hawai‘i Island police locate missing teen girl
Due to a medical condition that requires medication, the teen is considered endangered.
Runway work scheduled at Hilo International Airport
The airport’s primary runway, 8/26, will be closed nightly from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m., till April 12, and may finish sooner, weather permitting.
Hawai‘i fire responds to early morning blaze in Ocean View
While the cause of the fire is undetermined at this time, fire officials suspect squatters were staying at the property.
Merrie Monarch Ho‘ike Night more than simple showcase of hula, folk dance
The prequel to the festival’s 3 days of hula competition, which kick off at 6 p.m. Thursday with the individual Miss Aloha Hula contest, also celebrated Native Hawaiian culture by honoring 40 years of efforts by ‘Aha Pūnana Leo to revitalize and normalize ‘Ōlelo Hawai‘i (Hawaiian language). The festival also collected donations to help recovery efforts in Lāhainā, Maui, after a deadly wildfire devastated the community in August 2023.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for week of April 4-10: Merrie Monarch Festival continues; several other events abound
The Merrie Monarch Hawaiian Arts and Crafts Fair continues today through Saturday. The Merrie Monarch Royal Parade is Saturday. Here’s all the details.
AARP to hold webinar, workshops on Big Island as FBI reports rise in internet crime
A free webinar will be held on April 5, followed by in-person workshops at Big Island resorts on April 23 and April 24.
Kaua‘i hālau to take stage at Merrie Monarch: ‘We’re not performers; we’re storytellers’
In 2022, Hālau Ka Lei Mokihana o Leināʻala – led by kumu hula Leināʻala Pavao Jardin – took first place in every category in which it competed.
Medical marijuana dispensaries allowed to sell pre-roll cannabis products starting Friday
On March 27, Gov. Josh Green approved amendments to Hawaiʻi Administrative Rules, Chapter 11-850 (Interim Rules) which adds pre-rolls as a manufactured cannabis product allowed to be produced and dispensed through licensed medical cannabis dispensaries in the state.
Hawaiian fashion on display during Merrie Monarch Hula Festival
“Everyone wants to look their best at the festival,” said Nita Pilago of Wahine Toa.
Temporary one-way traffic pattern in place for Merrie Monarch Hula Festival
Traffic is allowed to flow in the makai, or northerly, direction on Kalanikoa Street between Pi‘ilani Street to Kuawa Street during the festival.
High surf advisory issued for Big Island’s east-facing shores
Surf will build to 8 to 12 feet. Strong breaking waves and strong currents will make swimming dangerous.
First two panels of mural installed at former Uncle Billy’s site in Hilo
The mural aims to honor the Waiākea Peninsula area’s rich history and highlight the community’s ongoing dedication to shaping its future.
No tickets required this year for Hō‘ike, donations encouraged at event to help those impacted by Lāhainā fire
To kōkua (help) the people from West Maui, many of whom lost loved ones, their homes or both, the Merrie Monarch organizers decided to allow free admission to this year’s Hō’ike Night at Edith Kanaka‘ole Stadium tonight, with the option to donate to the Lāhainā community at the door.
State House Finance Committee will not hear cannabis legalization measure
The panel’s move to sideline Senate Bill 3335, which was advanced by the Hawaiʻi state Senate Commerce and Consumer Protection and Ways and Means committees last month, essentially kills the bill this legislative session.
Flags ordered at half-staff in honor of last USS Arizona survivor
Lou Carter died April 1 at the age of 102.
Puna man indicted after allegedly fracturing 21-year-old son’s skull with gas cannister torch
Stanton A. Joaquin of Mountain View turned himself in April 1 and was able to post an additional required bail. He was released from custody and will make his initial court appearance Friday.
Queen’s North Hawaiʻi Community Hospital offering 4 scholarships to Big Island residents
Queen’s North Hawai’i Community Hospital in Kamuela has several college scholarship opportunities available. The Peggy Dineen-Orsini Scholarship offers $2,000 to a Big Island resident who is enrolled in or accepted for enrollment in a National League of Nursing accredited program in Hawai‘i or on the mainland. Private donors fund this scholarship in memory of Peggy […]
Wind advisory issued across the Hawaiian Islands
According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, a strong high pressure system will continue to build in north of the Hawaiian Islands through Thursday.
