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Volcano Watch: Potential long-term outcomes of recent intrusions in Kīlauea East Rift Zone
While scenarios such as a new pit crater forming in the Chain of Craters or large seaward movement of the volcano’s south flank are less likely, current conditions provide an excellent opportunity to better understand what can happen in the long run.
Update: 17-year-old killed in Waikōloa car vs. semi collision identified
Hawai‘i Island police identified the driver of the 2022 Chevrolet Spark that was broadsided by a 2018 Peterbilt semi tractor-trailer as Jessica Ann Sprinkle of Waikōloa.
Kona man charged in electric bike theft, 2 unrelated criminal property damage cases; police continue to seek woman suspect
22-year-old Luke Deniz charged with second-degree burglary, second-degree theft and 3 counts of second-degree criminal property damage.
Hensel to be next president of University of Hawaiʻi
The university’s Board of Regents voted unanimously Thursday to appoint the current executive vice chancellor and university provost at the City University of New York to succeed David Lassner, who will retire at the end of this year after serving as UH president for more than 11 years.
October supermoon reinforces royal effect on coastal waters, ushering in minor King Tides
Peak monthly high tides will cause isolated minor flooding from late tonight through Sunday morning along island shorelines and in low-lying coastal areas.
Young Brothers seeks 20% rate hike on majority of cargo
The shipping company is asking the Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission for the additional revenue to cover significant spikes in service costs, support critical investments in equipment and infrastructure upgrades and sustain vital interisland services.
Update: 1 of 3 teens previously reported as runaways located in good health
17-year-old Hunter Mercier was located Oct. 16. No new information released about Mary Costner or Damon Weber.
‘Rocky Horror’ returning to Hawai‘i Island’s Aloha Theatre just in time for Halloween
The iconic show follows sweethearts Brad and Janet as they discover the eerie mansion of Dr. Frank-N-Furter.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Oct. 17-23: Imu workshops, youth kickboxing, free pet microchipping, ‘Super Smash Bros Utlimate,’ a fall fest and more
The middle of October brings with it a variety of events and activities around the Big Island.
Runway repairs scheduled at Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport
The nightly closures, from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m., will begin Nov. 1 to Nov. 23 and Dec. 6 to Dec. 16.
Update: Weather service cancels red flag warning issued throughout Hawai‘i Island
The warning is in effect from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. today due to strong winds, low humidity, and dry conditions, which increase the risk of wildfires.
Hawai‘i County honors hard work, dedication of employees during 56th annual Employee Recognition Awards Ceremony
Alex Kuklenko claims 2024 Employee of the Year title, Lindsey Iyo named 2024 Manager of the Year and Craig Kawaguchi wins 2024 Supervisor of the Year award. They were among a total of 29 employees nominated for all three awards.
Stinky hitchhiker eludes capture for several days at Honolulu Harbor
Hawai‘i Department of Agriculture inspectors braved the skunk’s odiferous natural defenses to finally trap the animal Monday night after it had infiltrated Pier 1 for an unknown amount of time.
Update: State health department cancels high bacteria count notification for Richardson Ocean Park
The department is retesting waters at the park because of uncertainty about the representativeness of a first sample after finding bacteria levels of of 591 per 100 mL during routine beach monitoring.
New UH research shows invasive seaweeds thrive in nearshore waters with high salt level, outcompeting native species
Native species, including limu maneʻoneʻo, were notably absent from spring-influenced areas despite showing similar cellular characteristics to invasive species in offshore environments.
State reminds public not to post political signs along roadways
Posting signs along state highways that do not fall under the exempted categories defined by state law unlawful. That includes, but is not limited to, on overpasses, fencing, signposts and poles.
Survey: Majority of voters think elected leaders should prioritize early childhood programs
80% of Hawai‘i Island voters would support candidates who prioritize services such as publicly funded child care.
Times Higher Education ranks UH at Mānoa in top 2% of universities worldwide; No. 63 in U.S.
Globally, the university’s flagship campus was placed in the No. 251–300 tier out of more than 25,000 higher education institutions worldwide.
Business Monday: Kona Boys helps preserve sense of place at Kealakekua Bay
After 4 decades of meetings to address the tourism and cultural significance of the area, a community action plan to preserve the bay and its surrounding land was adopted this year by the Department of Land and Natural Resources master plan.
Inaugural Hāmākua festival brings together former sugar workers; highlights new agricultural path
The Hāmākua Agricultural Cooperative, formed in 1994 to help displaced sugar workers and their families, provided information about new opportunities at the Hāmākua County Fair.
