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Kaua‘i Writers Conference Offers Discounts
The Kaua‘i Writers Conference, which will be held from Nov. 3– 6 at the Courtyard Marriott in Kapa‘a, has announced special discounts for Big Island residents.
EPA: Army to Close 8 Illegal Cesspools on Big Island
The US Environmental Protection Agency announced an agreement with the US Army to close eight illegal large capacity cesspools on the Big Island.
East Winds up to 20 mph Today
Moderate trade wind flow is forecast to stay in place through the weekend. Clouds and showers will focus mainly over windward and mauka spots, but an occasional shower…
SSW Swell Continues to Filter in Today
South-southwest swell is filtering in today. A reinforcement out of the same direction will fill in Tuesday afternoon as well. This swell will peak…
HPD Seeks Help Identifying Shoplifting Suspect
The HPD is asking the public for help in identifying a person whose image was captured on surveillance cameras in connection with a shoplifting investigation.
Pāhoa Woman Dies in June 17 Crash
Crystal M. Mercado-Lopez, 32, of Pāhoa died Friday, June 17, from injuries she received after being involved in a two-vehicle crash on Route 11 in Glenwood.
Congress to Introduce Marijuana Studies Act
Members of Congress will introduce bipartisan legislation that would make it easier for researchers to study the medical effectiveness and safety of marijuana.
New SSW Swell Fills in Today
South-southwest swell is filtering in today and tomorrow. A reinforcement out of the same direction will fill in Tuesday afternoon as well. This swell…
Trade Wind Weather Expected Today
Trade wind weather will continue through the week with clouds and showers favoring windward and mauka spots. Passing showers will reach…
Military Convoy to Pohakuloa Scheduled
A convoy from Kawaihae Harbor to Pohakuloa Training Area, is scheduled for Monday to Wednesday, June 20 to 22, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Weekend Weather Forecast
Trade winds are forecast through next week. Locally strong trades will ease slightly over the weekend. Rainfall will also decrease over the next couple of…
South Slowly Fading, New Swells on the Way
Our current south will fade through the weekend. A very small southwest…
Angry Passenger Lawsuit Dismissed
Justin Ngo was waiting in the Transportation Security Administration line at the Honolulu Airport while children behind him were bumping into his luggage.
Suspect Arrested for Assault on Man in Wheelchair
Pāhoa resident Christopher Mohrlang, 35, has been charged with two offenses in connection with an assault on a man in a wheelchair.
Mayoral Candidate Forum in Kailua-Kona
The first Hawai‘i County first mayoral candidate forum of the 2016 election year will be held on June 22, in the Kealakehe High School Cafeteria in Kailua-Kona.
Buon Gusto! Café Pesto Gets Even Better!
When I heard that Café Pesto was remodeling, my reaction was, “Why? It’s already so lovely.” Remodel they did, however, and I recently stopped in to check it out. Café Pesto is located inside the historic Hilo S. Hata building, just around the corner from the Hilo Farmers Market. Once inside, the jewel of the […]
Breezy Winds Continue With 35 mph Gusts
Breezy trade winds are expected through next week. Locally strong trades will ease a bit Sunday. Stable conditions will limit the intensity and…
South Exposures See Gradually Fading Surf
Our current south will fade over the next few days. Next week a series of south-southwest pulses are expected to filter…
Drone Team Gears Up for State Championships
Hawaii Drone Racing, the Big Island’s local team, is preparing to compete in the Hawai‘i State FPV Championships in Olowalu on Maui on June 25 and 26.
Sen. Schatz Proposes Papahānaumokuākea Expansion
US Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) sent his proposal to expand the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument (PMNM) to President Barack Obama on Wednesday, June 15, 2016, following the tenth anniversary of President George W. Bush’s executive order that established the monument’s original boundaries. At 582,578 square miles, the proposal would create the world’s largest marine protected […]
