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17th annual Hawaiʻi COPD Education Day virtual event Sept. 8
The Hawaiʻi COPD Coalition is hosting its 17th annual COPD Education Day, “Emerging with Aloha,” virtually via Zoom on Sept. 8 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., providing insights into COPD for patients, caregivers, and the public.
Business Monday: Gam3Escape in Hilo on the Big Island building community through gaming
Gam3Escape is your gateway to adventure and, as its name suggests with the “3” mirroring the “E,” an escape from the stresses of everyday life.
State Climate Commission emphasizes clean transportation choices for Hawaiʻi
The Hawaiʻi State Climate Commission released reports suggesting investing in clean transportation alternatives that promote walking, biking, rolling and transit, will help address climate change.
Big Island Now poll No. 26: What do you bring to a Labor Day cookout?
Today marks Labor Day — the official end of summer, the end of wearing white and the start of the new school year.
Maui Fire Department says Lāhainā fire 100% contained
The Maui Fire Department said Sunday the total estimated amount of acres for the Lahaina fire is 2,170.
Hawai‘i County invites public participation in General Plan review, update
This comprehensive review, initiated in 2015 by the Planning Department, sought input from the island-wide community, stakeholders, numerous County and State agencies, Community Development Plan Action Committees, and the Hawai’i County Council.
Kona Dance and Performing Arts to host a weekend of dance classes with the pros
Kona Dance and Performing Arts presents a weekend of dance workshops with world-renowned teaching artists Roman Vasquez and Charlene Rose, offering a variety of classes for students aged 13 and up.
Humanity Hale raises nearly $7K for Hawai‘i youth through ‘Fuel Up. Do Good.’ program
A total of $6,801.48 was raised from car washes and support from Ohana Fuels’ ʻFuel Up. Do Good.’ program, which is offered at more than eight Hawai‘i Island Ohana Fuels locations.
Maui’s Team Wailea captures 2 wins during iconic annual Queen Lili‘uokalani Long Distance Canoe Race in Kona
Returning champion team Wailea won the men’s overall title in the 50th Anniversary of the Queen Lili’uokalani 18-mile race from Kailua Bay to Hōnaunau Race on Saturday.
Big Island Now No. 25 poll results: Whether above or below the surf, poll reveals love for all forms of ocean recreation
One person indicated in the comments that fishing was their favorite activity. They wrote: “I have been fishing most of my life. But always in fresh water. A(n) all new experience here, there is much to learn. I’m enjoying it.”
School destroyed by 2018 Kīlauea eruption trying to raise $2 million for permanent location
After losing their school during the 2018 lava flow, Kua O Ka Lā Public Charter School is looking to raise $2 million to buy land and stabilize their new campus at Nani Mau Gardens in Hilo.
System off southern Mexico coast has good chance of becoming tropical depression
It’s still way too early to tell if it could have any impacts on the Hawaiian Islands.
Update: Transgender man previously reported as missing found in Rhode Island
Reign Walker was last seen May 19 in Hilo on the Big Island. Police reported Sept. 2 that the transgender man was found in good health on the mainland.
Elevated unrest continues in Kīlauea summit area
The Big Island volcano is not erupting, but increased seismic activity continues in an area south of the caldera.
Big Island residents urged to stay fire safe during long Labor Day weekend
The appeal follows a since-expired red flag warning issued for leeward portions of the island Aug. 31. Despite the warning’s end, persistent weather conditions in leeward areas continue to pose a threat for brush fires.
Update: Police identify four more victims from Lāhainā wildfire
Maui police have now officially identified 54 people who died in the deadliest wildfire in the past century in the United States.
Mountain View man dies after motorcycle he was driving hits utility pole
Big Island police think speed and inattention appear to be primary factors in the Hilo crash. A coroner’s inquest investigation was initiated.
Weekly Hawai‘i Island lane closures: Sept. 2-8
Closure schedules can change at any time without further notice.
Ear, nose and throat specialist joins staff at Queen’s North Hawaiʻi Community Hospital
Dr. Darin Wright, an experienced ear, nose, and throat specialist, has become a part of Queen’s North Hawaiʻi Community Hospital’s medical team.
Maui Ola Benefit Concert Series continues with performance by The Green
After raising over $1 million for Maui relief, Maui Ola will return with a series of benefit concerts- donating all proceeds to those impacted by Mauiʻs devastating wildfires.
