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Big Island Christmas Eve Weather Forecast
Moderate trade winds will continue through Thursday, then become breezy again from Friday through the weekend. Low clouds and showers will be focused…
New Swells Expected for the Weekend
A slightly better swell is expected to fill in Thursday night into Friday. A new northwest swell is forecast to fill in Sunday…
‘Ōhi‘a Disease Prompts Interagency Response
A new disease that has already killed hundreds of thousands of native ‘ōhi‘a trees in Hawai‘i this past year has prompted the organization of an interagency response to battle the threat.
Police Investigating Sexual Assaults in Pi‘ihonua Area
Hawaiʻi Island police are investigating a double sexual assault that occurred on Tuesday Dec. 22, in the Pi‘ihonua area sometime between 1 and 4 p.m.
Waimea Ocean Film Festival Opens Jan. 1
The action-packed 2016 Waimea Ocean Film Festival will open on Jan. 1 with a stunning lineup of films, special guests, intimate coffee talks, Q&As, exhibits, receptions and morning activities.
Winds Ease Today, Winter Weather Advisory Posted
Trade winds will gradually ease through Thursday, then become breezy again over the weekend. Rainfall is forecast to continue to favor windward and mountain…
High Surf Advisory Extended to 6pm Tonight
Trade swell is expected to gradually ease over the next couple of days as winds weaken some. The rough seas will maintain high surf along east…
New Lawsuit Filed Against Na’i Aupuni
Opponents of the Na’i Aupuni election have filed a lawsuit, hoping to hold the organization in contempt after its announcement that all delegates are eligible for February’s ‘aha.
Former Vul Drafted in Japan Baseball League
After several tryouts, former University of Hawai’i at Hilo baseball player Kyle Watase was drafter in the eighth round of the Route Inn BC League in Japan.
Dengue Count Increases, Only Three ‘Infectious’
Confirmed cases of dengue fever on the Big Island rose by another three Tuesday, bringing the total count to 170.
Hot Shooting Streak Keeps KS-Hawai’i Perfect
Despite a tough challenge from St. Joseph, Kamehameha-Hawai’i rode a strong second half to its ninth straight victory.
HFD Issues Fireworks Guidelines
The Hawai’i County Fire Department has issued guidelines and tips for fireworks activity and safety.
Youth Holiday Hunting Slated
Youth ages 10 to 15 will be invited to participate in youth hunting over the next couple of weekends at Pohakuloa Training Area.
Student Earns National Fire Prevention Award
Kyren Martins was one of ten students nationally to be named a “TakeAction” community service funding award recipient by the National Fire Protection Association.
Winds Ease up a bit, Trade Wind Weather Today
The strong trades will continue to gradually ease through the next couple of days. Trades are expected to increase again by the weekend. Rainfall will continue…
High Surf Advisory Posted for East Shores
Trade swell is expected to gradually ease over the next couple of days as winds weaken some. The rough seas will maintain high surf along east…
Dengue ‘Potential Infection’ Count at Three
The count of individuals currently infected with dengue fever and who are able to potentially spread the disease has dropped to three.
Winter Comes Early on Mauna Kea
Mauna Kea’s Access Road was briefly closed Monday morning following icy conditions and a brief stint of snow.
HVO Scientists Monitor Puʻu ʻŌʻō Activity
Scientists believe that the vent opened into the area of an abandoned tube as lava worked its way to the surface.
