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Hawaiian Adventures Kona were surprised to encounter their first humpback whale of the upcoming humpback season on Saturday.

Each year, the third Thursday of November is recognized as the Great American Smokeout, a day that encourages those who smoke to commit to healthier, smoke-free lives.

The new shaka curriculum comes on the heels of “Shaka, A Story of Aloha,” winning the Best Documentary Award in the Hawai’i International Film Festival.

Kaiden Lieto, 21, of Kona reflects on his journey to compete in the Ironman World Championship in October and where he goes from here.

Data as of Nov. 10 showed there had been 832 DUI arrests so far this year, an increase of 1.34% from the 821 made by the same time last year.

Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting.

“With Thanksgiving around the corner, it’s a time when everyone starts to think about hunger, and itʻs a huge problem,” said Kristin Frost Albrecht, executive director of The Hawaiʻi Island Food Basket.

Earth and its constant cosmic companion have their final closest encounter of the year tonight. Moonrise is between 5;40 and 5:43 p.m. today, depending on where you are on the Big Island, but the moon will still look full through Sunday morning in case you miss it.

National Weather Service winds of 20 to 30 mph, with gusts up to 50 mph, will continue through 6 p.m. Sunday

Large breking waves of 9 to 13 feet can be expected along east-facing shores as strong easterly winds continue to blow across the island through the weekend.

21-year-old Ar Aweni faces several charges including terroristic threatening, assault and unlawful imprisonment in connection with the incidents Nov. 7 in Kalaoa area of Kona.

Native Hawaiian oral traditions record a rich history of the changing volcanic landscape in Hawaiʻi. Interweaving cultural knowledge with scientific disciplines can provide a more complete understanding of past events, including the largest known lava flow eruption of Kīlauea.

The Hilo Benioff Medical Center is planning a fundamental extension of its services with a proposed out-patient medical facility on about 9 acres of land near Keaʻau High School.

The state also reports that all temporary warning signs have been removed.

Bacteria levels of 1,652 per 100 mL were detected during routine monitoring. Another water sample was collected and the site is being retested.

49-year-old Bradford Borum faces charges including terroristic threatening and criminal property damage connected with the incident. Because the man who reported being shot at went to Borum’s home unannounced and uninvited, a counter-complaint was also made, which will be forwarded to the Office of the County Prosecutor of Hawai‘i County for review.

The Volcano residents who died in the early morning Nov. 9 crash on Highway 11 in Volcano were 48-year-old Joanna Graves and 54-year-old David Makizuru.

Let the holiday craft fair and market season comence! Two are slated this weekend and both promise plenty of local vendors selling arts, crafts and a whole lot more! But the entertainment around the island isn’t all about the holidays during the next week. So check out our top 10 things to do on the Big Island now.

A community meeting is scheduled on Friday to discuss the problem and brainstorm solutions.

The advisory had been in effect since Oct. 30.