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Nesting nēnē protected by partial closure in Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park
If biologists determine the nēnē pair requires more protection, additional areas could close with little notice.
Kona Low expected to bring rainfall, with possible flooding, to Big Island starting today
While there is no particular area of the Big Island under more threat from the storm than others, with moisture being pulled from south of the state, areas in Kaʻū and Puna could see more widespread rainfall over larger areas.
Winter weather advisory issued for Big Island summits
Snow accumulations up to 5 inches and gusty southwest winds are expected, according to the National Weather Service in Honolulu.
Kailua-Kona Public Library Reopens Dec. 1
Kailua-Kona Public Library is located at 75-138 Hualalai Road.
Water shut-off notice: All services on Ululani Street
Upon the resumption of water service, the waterlines will be flushed and cleaned during which time you may notice turbid and/or discolored water.
Hawai‘i County reopens Glenwood Park
Glenwood Park, located on Highway 11 near mile marker 15 in Mountain View, was closed in 2019.
Hawai‘i Island police investigate suspected drowning of Colorado visitor
The 68-year-old woman was on a guided snorkel tour when she was seen in distress.
Three South Kona men charged after allegedly stabbing a man with a machete
A man was stabbed and another was threatened with the machete.
Pāhoa man taken into custody without incident following eight-hour standoff
On Tuesday morning, shortly after 6:30 a.m., members of Hawai‘i Police Department’s Area I Vice Section executed a narcotics-based search warrant on the suspect’s residence and property.
Couple charged with theft, drug offenses after reportedly found in South Kona with stolen rental car
Police were initially called to the Ace Hardware parking lot in Captain Cook on a report of a possible drug overdose.
Hawai‘i Island police seek public help identifying man involved in Hilo assault
The suspect is wanted for questioning in an assault that occurred on Sept. 2 in the early morning hours in the parking lot of Coquis Hideaway Restaurant on Kamehameha Avenue in Hilo.
Fashion for a Cause offers an evening of style and purpose at Kings’ Shops
All proceeds directly support the American Cancer Society Clarence T.C. Ching Hope Lodge Hawai‘i.
Partnership promotes a more vibrant local food economy in Kohala
The Hāwī-based Kohala Food Hub aggregates and markets food for small and mid-scale farmers who use regenerative and organic management practices.
NOAA issues 2023 Hurricane Season Summary for the Central Pacific Basin
Tropical Storm Calvin was the first tropical cyclone of the season in the central Pacific, moving into the basin from the east on July 17.
Avoid Kalapana Black Sands subdivision because of police activity
No further information was provided.
Flash flood watch issued for Big Island
Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall will be possible as a Kona low develops to the west of Kaua‘i and increases southerly flow across the state.
Coastlines: Unsung heroes in Hawaiʻi’s rainfall creation
A new study from the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa takes a deeper dive into a common aerosol in Hawai‘i, giant sea salt aerosol, revealing that coastal areas can release up to five times more particles than the open ocean.
Hilo community meeting to revitalize Waiākea Peninsula to be held Dec. 4
The Hawai‘i Community Development Authority and the Department of Land and Natural Resources will report preliminary findings from their study to revitalize the area.
Demolition of former Uncle Billy’s Hotel set to begin
For the last few years, people had been living in the dilapidated structure, which was made even more dangerous after the discovery of asbestos.
Postal Service releases Hawai‘i-specific holiday mailing dates
Procrastinators have until Dec. 21 to send their holiday cheer to the mainland via the Postal Service’s expedited Priority Express shipping service.
