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Japanese-American Leaders to Meet with Top Japanese Officials
One of the 11 participants is Hilo resident Jason Fujimoto, the president and COO of HPM Building Supply.
West Hawai‘i Beach Cleanup Set
The Big Island Community Beach Clean Up on beaches from Miloli‘i to Puako is scheduled for Saturday, March 4, at 8 a.m.
Next Group of ‘Alalā Preparing for Release
Despite the temporary setback, preparations are underway for the release of the next group of ‘alalā.
Muggy, Hazy Weather Expected Today
Spotty heavy showers are expected to diminish on Friday as that area of low pressure continues to move away from the islands. A cold front is forecast to…
WNW Swell Expected to Fill in Sunday
Moderate west-northwest will show for the weekend, peaking Sunday near advisory levels and holding into Monday. Another pulse is expected…
Habitat 10th Annual National Women Build Week
Habitat for Humanity West Hawaii and Lowe’s invite women to build alongside future homeowners during the 10th annual National Women Build Week, May 6–14.
Over 170,000 Sign Petition to Stop Bomb Testing Off Kaua‘i
The Air Force plans to drop about 100 bombs a year in the waters north of Kaua‘i.
NWS: Hail, Thunder & Lightning Strikes Expected
The National Weather Service in Honolulu issued a special report for the windward (north, east) and interior sections of the Big Island.
Volcano Activity Update: March 2, 2017
On Monday, Feb. 27, at 4:34 p.m. HST, a magnitude 2.8 earthquake occurred 4.9 miles west-northwest of the Mauna Kea summit.
Big Island Residents Selected for Maunakea Committee
Hui Hoolohe members will have autonomous oversight of information collection and compilation that reflects a community-based vision for the future of Maunakea.
Kupu Conservation Programs, Jobs Available for Big Island Youth
Local nonprofit Kupu is now accepting applicants for its summer and year-round conservation education and workforce development programs on Hawaiʻi Island.
Sen. Schatz Comments on Ties to Russia
Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) released a statement regarding reports that Attorney General Jeff Sessions met with Russian officials during the 2016 campaign…
Swell Expected for the Weekend, SW Wind Swell Today
Pretty quiet on the surf front. Moderate west-northwest could show for the weekend, peaking Sunday near advisory levels and holding…
Hazy Skies Expected Today as Disturbance Moves Away
The disturbance that brought us some active weather yesterday is to the north of Kauai and expected to continue moving away from the state today. Spotty heavy showers are possible…
HPD Seeks Pāhoa Robbery Suspects
Hawaiʻi Island police are asking for the public’s help in identifying two persons who are suspects in a robbery investigation.
Near-Earth Objects: NASA and Planetary Defense
“The NEO Hazard: NASA and Planetary Defense” will be presented by Rob Landis and Dr. Kelly Fast on Saturday, Mar. 11, at 7 p.m. at ‘Imiloa Astronomy Center. Near-Earth Objects (NEOs) are leftover bits of solar system jetsam and flotsam that have been nudged into orbit around the Earth, allowing them to come within our close […]
New Case of Bee Disease Found in Hawai‘i
The Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture is sending out an alert to Hawai‘i beekeepers about a new case of a destructive bee disease, American foulbrood (AFB).
Eat Like a Locovore in Hilo
Looking for a unique, feel-good-about-shopping experience? Would you like to support local farmers, ranchers or artisans? If so, check out The Locovore Store in downtown Hilo.
March Siren Test Rescheduled Due to Weather
The state and counties jointly agree it would be best to reschedule the testing so as to avoid public confusion.
New Swell Expected to Fill in Sunday
Only minimal swell expected through the 4th. A fun size swell is forecast for the 5th / 6th if the models ring true….
