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Kahaluʻu Bay will take a strategic pause as the sacred coral ecosystem undergoes a crucial spawning period from May 11-19, 2025, a collaborative initiative praised for reviving cauliflower coral populations devastated by climate change.

Residents with information are urged to contact authorities to aid in these ongoing investigations, as the community seeks answers and justice.

Preparation work is being done on Māmalahoa Highway between Palani Road and Kamalani Street and on Kalamauka Road from Māmalahoa Highway to Ha‘awina Street from 8:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. until Friday.

A University of Hawaiʻi study reveals that integrating more traditional practices can be an effective way to support health and wellness across the islands.

The Merrie Monarch Hawaiian Arts and Craft Fair kicks off on Wednesday and ends on Saturday. Vendors will be located at the Afook Chinen Civic Auditorium & Butler Buildings from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Thursday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday.

Free daytime performances during the Merrie Monarch Festival feature the authentic spirit of hula and offer a unique glimpse into the artistry and tradition of this cherished Hawaiian celebration.

The public can discover a vibrant selection of orchids, diverse plants and unique crafted merchandise at the annual Mother’s Day Orchid Show and Plant Craft Sale on May 3.

A flood advisory is in effect for areas in North Kona until 7:15 p.m. Sunday evening.

The 62nd annual Merrie Monarch is underway with Hoʻolaulea opening a week full of free performances.

Thirteen participants will vie for the coveted Miss Aloha Hula title that kicks off the competition of this year’s 62nd Merrie Monarch Festival in HIlo.

Contributions, 36% more than last year, affirm the essential role all disciplines play in advancing knowledge, fostering creativity and building stronger bonds at all 10 of the university’s campuses statewide.

A team of 12 ‘Āina Keepers joined several Hilo Community Policing officers April 17, restoring the appearance of two heavily graffitied locations along Keawe and Haili streets in the Big Island community.

Hawai‘i Island police report Kendra Masang was found in good health.

Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Check to see if any of the planned closures will impact your commute during the next week.

During the council’s regular meeting on Wednesday, Council Chair Holeka Inaba recused himself from voting on the confirmation of Rebecca Kawehi Inaba to the commission seat, disclosing that she is his mother.

Hilo on the Big Island will once again become the hula capital of the world next week with the return of the annual Merrie Monarch Festival. The 62nd installment of the weeklong celebration of everything hula and Hawaiian runs from Easter Sunday, April 20, through April 26 this year.

The Hawaiʻi Department of Agriculture urges visitors to adhere to strict quarantine rules for transporting ʻŌhiʻa plants from Hawaiʻi to protect th fungal plant disease from traveling back overseas.

The change in traffic pattern is to safely accommodate participants of the La Honua Festival 5K Walk and Run.

Hawai‘i Island police determined Franz Albert-Ludwig Weber was riding a black Trek bicycle heading south on Queen Ka‘ahumanu Highway when he rear-ended a green 2015 Motor Coach Industries tour bus stopped on the shoulder.

Parks and Recreation, Public Works team up for complete project that will now provide a parking area at the West Hawai‘i park that can safely accommodate about 80 vehicles.