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New philharmonic initiative fosters musical excellence among Big Island youth
The Hummingbirds Youth Philharmonic, created by the Hawaiʻi Science and Technology Museum in Hilo, brings together talented high school band and orchestra students from around the island, giving them platform to hone their instrumental skills.
Big Island Now poll No. 53 results: Hawai‘i’s most important contribution to the world seems to be itself
No one choice received a majority of votes in our most recent monthly poll, but the option garnering the most was “All or a combination,” with 337, or 29% of the total vote.
Southwest Airlines hosts first mock travel day for families with Autism Moms of Kona
This mock travel day was meant as a fun activity to help children with autism get more comfortable with the process of going through the airport — starting from the ticket counter, to going through security, and agriculture to boarding a plane and ending at baggage claim.
Big Island lane closures: April 27-May 3
Closure schedules can change at any time, without notice, and all projects are weather permitting.
Road boring for Waipʻio Valley Road project planned for early May
The findings from this analysis will help guide future improvements, ensuring the road’s durability and resilience against natural elements and heavy usage while improving safety for residents and visitors alike.
State Land Board takes into consideration cultural resource damage, public impacts in $1.8M fine for boat grounding
“We commend members of the community, especially those from Honolua, who came forward to share their concerns.”
BLNR Chair Dawn Chang
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Volcano Watch — Introducing HVO’s new online eruption map
The web map went online back in March to be ready for the next eruption, but most of the sub-layers are currently empty, with the intention that map features will be populated when a new eruption starts at any of Hawaii’s volcanoes.
Pedestrian killed after being struck by pickup truck in Volcano
Multiple witnesses confirmed the pedestrian was standing by the stop sign before running into the road in front of the pickup truck.
Hawai‘i Island police investigating collision that lead to Akoni Pule Highway closure
The driver of a dump truck lost control of his vehicle Wednesday, veering off of Akoni Pule Highway and striking a guardrail before overturning.
Update: Volcano Road in Puna reopens following crash
The road will be closed so police can conduct an investigation.
Human remains found on property in Ocean View
The decomposed body was found on a property on Lotus Blossom Lane.
Authorities investigate reported assault that left Big Island man dead
The incident occurred on April 14 when police responded to an unknown disturbance in Ocean View.
AARP expert warns Hawaiʻi homeowners to beware of contractor fraud
“Disasters unfortunately attract crooked contractors,” said Greenwood, who spoke at AARP Hawai`i Fight Fraud Together seminars in Kona and Hilo this week.
University of Hawaiʻi publishes spring 2024 commencement schedule for all 10 campuses
Big Island college graduations are scheduled for May 10 and May 11.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for April 25-May 1, plus 1: Big Island Singers concerts, Hālau O Ka Ua Kani Lehua hula showcase, Honoka’a Spring Carnival, Lei Day Festival and more
The Big Island again abounds with events perfect for keiki to kūpuna, including music, dancing, the chance to adopt a new furry friend and more.
Hawaiian Electric lifts call for Big Island energy conservation issued in March
The electric utility reports that generation margins have returned to levels where conservation is no longer necessary.
State Senate, House committees approve final FY 2024-25 budget bill
The supplemental spending plan for fiscal year 2024-25 incudes an operating budget of $10,395,945,997 in general funds and $19,209,528,184 through all funding methods.
Written testimony due by Thursday morning for proposed enforcement actions in death of Laysan albatross, destruction of native bee habitat on O‘ahu
The Hawai‘i Board of Land and Natural Resources on Friday will consider whether to approve more than $3 million in state fines levied against several North Shore property owners.
