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Lava Causes Brush Fire in Ainaloa Area
A brush fire 1.5 miles from the Ainaloa subdivision has occurred as a result of the June 27 lava flow.
Hawaiian Host to Acquire Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Corporation
It was announced Tuesday that Hawaiian Host, Inc. has entered into an agreement with The Hershey Company to acquire the Mauna Loa Macadamia Nut Corporation.
West Hawai’i Siren Testing Wednesday
An emergency warning siren will be tested in the areas of Upchurch in Kailua-Kona and Halii Kai and Kolea Kai in Waikoloa Wednesday.
The Kohala Center Appoints New President, CEO
The Kohala Center has appointed Kamanamaikalani Beamer as its next president and chief executive officer. Beamer will replace Matthews Hamabata, the Center’s current president and CEO.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/13/15
The north breakous of the June 27 lava flow continue to move slowly, advancing only 20 yards since Monday.
Widespread Vog & Haze Today, Dry Weather
The relatively dry land and sea breeze weather pattern will continue across the islands for the work week. Vog and haze is expected to be widespread…
Small Craft Advisory Posted, Swell Peaks Today
Our current west-northwest swell is expected to peak today (Tuesday) and will slowly subside through midweek. Unfortunately, both the Hilo and the Kona side…
DOE Launching Spring ‘Smarter Balanced’ Assessments
The Department of Education will be administering Smarter Balanced Assessments to student in the coming spring.
Big Island Kids Participate in NFL PPK Finals
Three Big Island kids were among 40 from across the country who competed in the final round of the NFL’s Punt, Pass, and Kick competition, held in Renton, Wash.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/12/15
The north margin breakouts of the June 27 lava flow remain active and slow moving, showing advancement of 30 yards since Sunday.
Police Search for Missing Hilo Teen
The Hawai’i Police Department is searching for 16-year-old Samson Mahu, who was last seen Oct. 31 in Hilo.
WNW Swell Builds Late, Advisory Level Swell on Horizon
Another shot of energy is expected Monday as a new west-northwest arrives mid-day. The swell will slowly subside through midweek…
Big Island Weather: Hazy Skies & Sunshine Today
The relatively dry land and sea breeze weather pattern will continue across the islands for the work week. Vog and haze is expected to be widespread…
Man Arrested, Charged in Stolen Vehicle Incident
The arrest of Jerald Cline, 27, on Thursday led to the discovery of additional stolen vehicles found at a Mountain View residence.
June 17 Lava Flow Update – 1/11/15
The two northern breakouts of the June 27 lava flow that remain active have advanced 90 yards since Saturday. The flow front and south breakout remain stalled.
Pahoa Overcomes Sluggish Start to Defeat Kealakehe
A strong second half performance by Tolby Saito led Pahoa past Kealakehe in Friday’s early season BIIF boys basketball contest.
June 27 Lava Flow Update – 1/10/15
Two north margins of the flow have advanced 30 yards since Friday, while the flow front and south margin breakout both remain stalled.
WEEKEND WEATHER: Sunshine & Light Winds
Light southeast flow is expected for the weekend resulting in land and sea breezes over the islands and periods of vog and haze. We don’t expect a lot of moisture in the…
WEEKEND SURF: Series of Swells Expected
Pending development of storms, another shot of energy is expected early next week as well, with surf likely well above the advisory level along north and west facing shores…
Kona Man Charged in Kua Bay Break-In
Keoni Fujio Yamada, 30, was charged Friday in connection to a theft at Kua Bay Wednesday. He faces additional charges on a separate meth trafficking case.
