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Kīlauea Volcano Activity Update, Nov. 28
Hazardous conditions still exist at both the Lower East Rift Zone and summit.
A Trip Down Hurricane Lane 2018
Hawai‘i’s 2018 hurricane season, officially ending today, Nov. 30, was among the most active—and destructive—in years.
DOH: Hū Honua Bioenergy Violated Water Pollution Laws
The Hawai‘i Department of Health Clean Water Branch is pursuing an environmental enforcement action against the Hū Honua Bioenergy facility in Pepe‘ekeo.
58th Waimea Christmas Twilight Parade Set for Dec. 1
The 58th Annual Waimea Christmas Twilight Parade is set for Saturday, Dec. 1, 2018, from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m.
REPORT: Climate Change to Cost Hawai‘i $19 Billion
In Hawaiʻi, the value of all structures and land expected to be flooded by 2100 amounts to more than $19 billion statewide.
What’s Next for Kīlauea Volcano?
The current inactivity at Kīlauea has so many possible outcomes that it is a real challenge to figure out what might happen next.
UPDATE: No Tsunami Threat to Hawai‘i From 6.7-M Alaska Quake
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center reports an earthquake has occurred on the Kenai Penisula in Alaska at 7:39 am. The earthquake had a reported magnitude of 7.0.
RECALL: Hawai‘i Tahini Products Could be Contaminated
Hawai‘i is one of three states that have reported infections from tahini products recently.
REPORT: Interventions May Save Coral Reefs
Over the past few decades, about 50% of coral reefs have been lost and the rate of loss has increased with the impacts of global climate change.
Mayor Kim Receives Homeland Heroes Award
Hawai’i County Mayor Harry Kim has been selected for a prestigious Homeland Heroes award for his ongoing efforts to keep the people of Hawai‘i County safe.
3 Hawai‘i Island Schools Make Finals in National STEM Contest
Three Hawai‘i Island schools are among the nation’s 250 state finalists in the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow Contest.
Kona Community Hospital Managing Scabies Outbreak
Kona Community Hospital (KCH) reports they are currently experiencing an outbreak of scabies.
SBA: Fact Sheet Regarding Hurricane Lane Disaster Recovery Loans
Big Island residents located in a declared disaster area may be eligible for financial assistance from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA).
DOH: ‘No Reason to Avoid Hawai‘i-Grown Romaine Lettuce’
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) investigations have linked an E. coli outbreak to romaine lettuce grown in areas in California.
Visit Red Barn Food Truck for Your Gourmet Grilled Cheese Fix
You can find your fix at the Pukalani Stables Farmer’s Market in Waimea every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and every Saturday from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Isaac Hale Beach Park to Reopen Dec. 6
Isaac Kepo‘okalani Hale Beach Park, also known as Pohoiki Beach Park, will reopen on Dec. 6, 2018, at 1 p.m., following a public blessing ceremony.
Hawaiian Airlines-JetBlue Expands Travel Between East Coast & Hawai‘i
Hawaiian Airlines and JetBlue announced an expanded codeshare agreement that allows travelers from eastern cities to connect to the Hawaiian Islands via BOS.
Beachwaver Maui Pro and Jaws Challenge Finals Are On
The Beachwaver Maui Pro and the Jaws Challenge at Pe‘ahi on Maui are on today. Finals Day for both events will see pumping conditions…
Hilo Sears Up for Auction
Sears Holdings Corp. has clarified that it has “no current plans to close” its four remaining Hawai‘i stores that are up for auction.
Lau Ola CEO Explains Resignation From Cannabis Operation
Richard Ha recently announced his resignation as the CEO of Lau Ola.
