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Maui wildfires update: Eight more victims identified; Lāhainā death toll remains at 115
Maui County officials released the name of eight more individuals killed in the Aug. 8 Lāhainā fire on Thursday.
Summit highlights need to invest in re-entry services for previously incarcerated people
The inaugural Going Home Hawaiʻi Re-entry and Restoration Summit in Kailua-Kona on the Big Island featured speakers who presented integrated methods meant to spark positive change for justice-impacted individuals.
Captain Cook man accused of taking a person hostage during a robbery in Ocean View has been indicted
Derick Camacho is scheduled to make his initial appearance in Kona Circuit Court this afternoon. He remains in custody in lieu of $250,000 bail.
Maui wildfires update: Six more victims identified; Lāhainā death toll remains at 115
A total of 49 individuals killed in the deadliest U.S. wildfire in the past century have now been identified, with 22 still pending family notification. The number of unaccounted for is between 1,000 and 1,100, according to officials.
Top 20 things to do on the Big Island Aug. 24-30: Reggae on the Runway, Kenny Tagavilla at The View, Honua’ula Forest Reserve Hike and much more
From Reggae on the Runway in Kona to a “you pick” harvest event in Puna, there’s plenty to do this weekend and next week on the Big Island.
Bill’s passage puts Hawai‘i County in position for next round of Kīlauea recovery grants
Bill 56 establishes standards for how the County awards what’s left of $20 million in flexible funding it received in 2019 from the Hawai‘i Legislature to assist with recovery efforts, as well as any future relief funds.
Maui wildfire updates: The number of unaccounted for following the Lāhainā blaze is at least 1,000 people
With 100% of single-story residential properties searched in the disaster area, emergency responders continue to search multi-story residential and commercial properties for victims.
Maui wildfires update: 115 people confirmed dead with 850 still unaccounted for
As of Monday, 100% of the single-story residential properties were searched in the disaster area in Lāhainā, that spanned approximately 3.5 miles.
Kona cyclists collect bikes and raise funds for Lāhainā friends following devastating wildfire
More than 50 individuals participated in a Ride for Lāhainā event in Kona on Sunday (Aug. 20).
3 Big Island residents serving on Hawai‘i Health Information Exchange board
The board recently re-elected Money Atwal as a board officer, welcomed Dr. Lynda Dolan as a new board member and Julie-Beth “JB” Ako is continuing their board service.
Annual Food Drive Day to support Maui wildfire relief efforts; Big Island residents can help
Hawai‘i Foodbank Kaua‘i and The Food Basket on the Big Island also are lending their support this Food Drive Day to those impacted by the wildfires.
2 former UH-Hilo Vulcans safe after deadly wildfire in Lāhainā
Krystlelyn Omlan and Chris Shimomura returned to Maui after their time on the Big Island and now, like many others affected by the wildfires, are on the long road to recovery.
Poll results: Readers say more than one solution to best prevent wildfires on Big Island
Big Island Now voters weighed in that reducing/controlling invasive species was the No. 2 best thing to do to prevent wildfires on the island. What came in No. 1?
Update: Hawai‘i Island police officer faces charges in connection with assault of 20-year-old in Ka‘ū
Mark Kaili, who has been with the department for just over two years, faces assault and burglary charges in connection with the Ka‘ū incident earlier this week.
Hawaiʻi governor says ‘Lāhainā will rise again’ in emotional address
Hawaiʻi Gov. Josh Green expressed his resolve that the state will not abandon the survivors; he will get to the bottom of Maui’s criticized emergency response ; and that he will do everything he can to help Lāhainā rebuild.
Soil, food security to be highlighted at 33rd Hawai‘i International Tropical Fruit Conference
Registration is now open for the event geared toward farmers, educators, orchard managers and proponents of sustainable agriculture.
20 hālau from Big Island, Oʻahu, Japan to participate in 29th annual Hula ʻOni E Hula Festival
The hula festival and competition invites haumāna (students) ages 6 and older to participate in showcasing ʻauana (modern) and kahiko (ancient) styles.
10 tips from Hawaiian Eye Center to protect your keiki’s eyesight
With an increase in computer and screen usage, as well as new germs in classrooms, there can be serious consequences on children’s eyes and vision.
Maui wildfires update: Fires not spreading forward, despite rumors; death toll at 114
The Maui Fire Department reported the night of Aug. 18 that fire activity has been limited to isolated hot spots within the existing footprint.
Kīlauea volcano on Big Island quiets down amid elevated unrest
The number of earthquakes at Kīlauea’s summit has decreased compared to the past three weeks of increased seismic activity. Increases in ongoing summit inflation also have stopped.
