North Hawai‘i News
Hawaiian Electric to host Community Resilience Fair in North Kohala
Mark your calendars now for the Aug. 29 event at Hisaoka Gym in Kamehameha Park focused on wildfire safety, emergency preparedness and planning.
Hawai‘i poet laureate to lead free poetry writing workshop at Waimea public library
“Ma-Ke Die Dead: Writing Poetry About Loved Ones Who Stay Gone” is scheduled for 10 a.m. to noon Aug. 27 and open to ages 14 years old and older.
Update: Coastal flooding statement previously in effect for portions of Big Island canceled
National Weather Service forecasters in Honolulu reported early this morning (Aug. 12) that high water levels have fallen just below coastal flooding thresholds.
Residents can participate in the Waikoloa Hulu Street evacuation drill set for Saturday
Waikoloa Village residents and visitors are encouraged to take part in the driving the evacuation route on Hulu Street from 9 to 11 a.m. on Aug. 15.
Hawaiʻi County hosting free 2-day agriculture summit in Honokaʻa, Waimea
Local leaders and community members will converge to explore innovative strategies for building a more resilient agrifood system on Aug. 14 and 15.
New grab-n-go food pop-ups to help bridge gap during temporary Friendly Fridge closure
Food will be ready to eat and offered first come, first served from 1 to 3 p.m. each Saturday in August; community volunteers are working to relocate the Fridge as soon as possible.
UPDATE 2: Hawaiian Electric ends public safety power shutoff watch; no outages implemented
Wind speeds decreased below advisory levels and humidity is increasing out of hazardous ranges throughout Hawaiian Electric’s service territories.
Waimea schools to provide updates about 2026-27 school year during next town hall
Waimea Community Association meeting will update members on information for the coming school year on Thursday, Aug. 6.
Waimea hospital welcomes new doctor at Women’s Center
Dr. Jon ‘Sione’ Hathaway brings 20-plus years of experience as the newest provider to join the center at Queen’s North Hawai‘i Community Hospital on the Big Island.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for July 31-Aug. 6: Sensory Summer, ‘Chaperone,’ Back to School Horse Adventure, Jerry Garcia Day and more
There’s plenty to do that will seduce your senses during any event you attend throughout the next week on the Big Island. Check out our top 10 things to do for July 31-Aug. 6 now!
Lane closures scheduled through July 31 on several roadways around Big Island
Closures are planned for weekdays, unless otherwise noted; All projects are weather permitting and lane closure schedules can change with little to no notice.
Hurricane Fausto Saturday update: Risk on land of sustained tropical force winds should be low
Forecaster confidence in Fausto’s track is increasing that strongest winds and heaviest rainfall will remain offshore to the north of the Hawaiian Islands; however, everyone still needs to continue watching the storm’s progress.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for July 24-30: ‘Peace by Piece,’ Summer Jam, Experience Volcano and more
There’s a lot of experiences available for all ages to enjoy during the next week and beyond right here on the Big Island. Check out this week’s top 10 things to do now!
Families invited to participate in 2026 Kohala Keiki Fishing Derby
Participation is limited to the first 100 keiki for the annual fishing derby that provides quality time between police officers, keiki and their families; registration is required, and the deadline is July 17.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for July 17-23: Hawai’i Got Talent, ‘Seussical,’ Seven Suns, Kolohe Fest, Celebrate Mauna Kea and more
Enjoy the great outdoors or cool air-conditioned spaces during the wide range of upcoming events and activities around the Big Island.
Queen’s North Hawai‘i Community Hospital receives national honors for cardiovascular care
The awards reflect the Waimea hospital’s high-quality stroke care based on the latest evidence-based clinical guidelines and highlights its success in improving outcomes for stroke patients through timely and effective treatment.
Lane closures scheduled through July 17 on several roadways around Big Island
Remember: Lane closure schedules can change without notice and are weather permitting.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for July 10-16: All Kine Market, Tiger Fun Day, stargazing, candidate ‘speed dating’, plus more
There once again is a unique variety of events and activities coming up during the next week, promising a ton of fun for keiki to kūpuna; check out our top 10 things to do on the Big Island now!
Application period open for new KōCreate: Kohala in support of region’s grassroots ʻāina organizations
Six-month initiative will bring together locally led organizations to deepen collaboration, expand organizational capacity and advance long-term stewardship throughout Kohala region.
Fireworks and festivities forecast for rest of Fourth of July
Plenty of clouds persist in several locations, but not much rain expected to impact any celebrations; however, some spots around the Big Island are seeing breezy conditions, so practicing your best fire safety skills will be even more important to make sure fires don’t ignite.
