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New Swell Expected for Weekend
Some north-northwest energy is due in shortly thereafter over the weekend. Up to shoulder high…
First International AgriTourism Symposium
“Saturday’s Symposium was an exciting illustration of our community’s willingness to respectfully discuss complex issues, discover common ground and… “
Kaiser Highest-Ranked Medicare Advantage Plan
A J.D. Power study revealed that Kaiser Permanente has been named the highest-ranked Medicare Advantage health plan by its members for the second year.
UPDATE: Kailua-Kona Murder Investigation
Hawaiʻi Island police have initiated a murder investigation in connection with the recovery of a Kona man’s body.
Average Rainfall Expected Due to Weak La Niña
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration released its summary of this year’s dry season and an outlook for the October 2016-April 2017 wet season.
Big Island Fire Department Battles Two Blazes
The Hawai‘i County Fire Department battled two blazes yesterday, Wednesday, Oct. 19.
Over 1,500 Attend A Dream Come True Fundraiser
Over 1,500 attendees and 90-plus volunteers supported the island’s terminally and chronically ill keiki at A Dream Come True’s All You Can Eat Ice Cream Party.
Big Island Shut Out From NW Swell Today
Another round of northwest swell is forecast Thursday / Friday but the Big Island is largely shut out from this energy, at least…
Gusty Trades Expected Today
The trade winds are expected to pick up and become breezy to gusty on Thursday through the weekend. A more stable air mass is also expected …
DOT: Campaign Signs Prohibited Along State Roadways
Outdoor advertising, including political campaign signage, is prohibited on the state right of way—property on either side of a state roadway .
Expanded Microloan Program for Hawai‘i Farmers
Hawai‘i farmers and food processors that utilize at least one Hawai‘i-grown ingredient are eligible to receive 50% of their Kiva loan from the Hawai‘i Food Producers Fund.
HPD to Hold Drug Take-Back Day
The Hawaiʻi Police Department is encouraging the public to participate in a nationwide prescription drug take-back initiative on Saturday, Oct. 22.
Free Legal Advice Tool Available Online
Volunteer Legal Services Hawai`i will soon launch a new online service that will provide free legal assistance to low- and moderate-income Hawai’i residents.
Enhanced Moisture Expected for Windward Spots
Moderate trade winds are expected through Wednesday, with an increase on Thursday. Enhanced moisture moving along the trade wind…
Coast Guard Suspends Search for Missing Boater
The Coast Guard suspended the search today for a mariner who went missing a half-mile offshore of the Big Island on Saturday, Oct. 15.
Military Convoys: Pohakuloa–Kawaihae Harbor
Service members will convoy between Pōhakuloa Training Area and Kawaihae Harbor from Oct. 19 to 25 between 8 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., and from 6:30 to 10 p.m.
LETTER: Cliff Kopp: A Remembrance
Cliff, thank you for donating your time and your earnings, for leading so many efforts to improve the place we live, and for caring and showing us how to care for those we’ve never met.
World’s Culinary Greats to Converge on Big Island
The Hawai‘i Food & Wine Festival will heat up Hawai‘i Island with a signature six-course dinner event, “Hot Lava, Hotter Cuisine,” on Saturday, Oct. 22.
Volcano Overflight Reveals New Beaches, Cloud Formations
“Pele continues to form new black sand beaches along the coast near her ocean entries.”
