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WNW Peaks Tonight for Big Island
Our current west-northwest swell is expected to build later today, peaking Wednesday night at shoulder high or more. The swell is expected to slowly fade…
TripAdvisor Ranks Top Islands, Big Island Included
The Island of Maui took the publication’s top rankings as both the Top Island in the World and Top Island in the United States.
Mokulele Expands Travel Within California
Beginning on May 23, Mokulele will offer flights between two California locations. The daily flights will travel between Imperial/El Centro and Los Angeles.
Free Income Qualified Pre-Kindergarten Classes Open to Applicants
The program, which is funded by the State of Hawai’i, offers free classes throughout the state where the need is the greatest.
Hawai’i Chevron to be Acquired by One Rock Capital Partners
Chevron U.S.A. operations in Hawai’i will be acquired by Island Energy Services, LLC, a subsidiary of One Rock Capital Partners, LP.
Missing 18-Year-Old Sought
The Hawai’i Police Department reports that Kaikona Kahakai-Bohol was reported missing after last being seen at 4 a.m. on Monday in the Fern Acres subdivision.
Waimea-Kohala Airport May Benefit from FAA Reauthorization Act
Both the Waimea-Kohala Airport and the Kalaupapa Airport on Moloka’i qualify for additional Essential Air Service funding through the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2016.
Weather Pattern is Back to Trades Today
Moderate trade winds are expected Tuesday through Friday. As the front moves south and dissipates on Tuesday, a typical trade wind weather pattern is expected…
Solid NW Swell Fills in Tomorrow
Our current northwest swell is expected to continue slowly fading. Mid week another round of swell is forecast, peaking Wednesday night at shoulder…
Weak Front Brings Windward Showers
Enhanced showers are expected for windward areas through Monday as a weak front passes by. Moderate trade winds are then expected through the rest…
Hawai’i Electric Light: Power Generation Reserves ‘Tight’
The HEP plant will remain out of service through Friday and the generation reserves are narrow, the company said in a Monday afternoon notice.
BIDR Takes Humane Society to Court
The complaint alleges that the defendants interfered with BIDR’s operations, invaded privacy, and attempted to derail the group’s public perception.
Man Involved in Two-Vehicle Crash Dies
The Hawai’i Police Department on Tuesday identified the 29-year-old as Ryan W. Devaney of Pahoa.
No New Dengue Cases Monday
The last confirmed dengue case was reported in late March and there have been no known cases at risk of infecting mosquitoes with the disease since March 17.
Big Island Public High School Graduation Dates Released
With high school graduations just around the corner, the Hawai’i Department of Education has released official graduation dates for public and public charter schools across the state.
Pacific Tsunami Museum Features New Science Room Tsunami Simulator
The exhibit features an interactive Tsunami Warning Center Simulation that provides a simulated response to world-wide tsunamis.
Men Arrested in Stolen SUV Case
Two men were arrested on Friday after they exited what authorities say was a stolen vehicle.
Kona Man Dies in Single-Motorcycle Weekend Accident
The Hawai’i Police Department reports that the motorcycle operator ran off the east shoulder of the roadway and into a rock embankment. He was ejected from the motorcycle.
Scheduled Lane Closures April 18-22
Various roadwork projects continues this week, causing temporary road closures.
NW Fading Today, New Swell Mid Week
Our current northwest swell is expected to slowly fade Monday. Mid week another round of swell is forecast, peaking Thursday…
