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Next week is a big one for the Big Island. It’s Merrie Monarch time, celebrating all things Hawaiian. plus, it’s Easter Weekend. Check out this week’s top 10 things to do on the Big Island now!

Big Island Rep. David Tarnas helped secure $9.6 million in 2023 for the design and construction of the project.

This initiative seeks to engage artists to explore the realities of climate change and channel their art to inspire and connect Hawaiʻi residents to climate challenges around the state.

43-year-old Erick Smith is charged with first-degree terroristic threatening, which is what he was initially arrested for March 31, and obstructing government operations; his initial court appearance is scheduled Thursday, April 2.

Authorities have issued a brown water advisory for Nīnole, Hawaiʻi, and are urging beachgoers to stay out of the ocean.

Authorities are searching for 17-year-old Aaden Kuchmek, who was reported missing as a runaway from Kailua-Kona.

The program is tailored for established, early-stage business owners ready to take the next step in growing their food-related businesses; space is limited, so those interested are encouraged to apply early.

A powerful 7.8 magnitude earthquake rattled the Molucca Sea on Wednesday afternoon, but authorities assure no tsunami threat looms over Hawaiʻi.

Replacement benefits are available to eligible households that lost food purchased with the SNAP benefits due to storm-related household misfortune, including power outages.

Launch window opens at 12:24 p.m. Hawai‘i Standard Time — in less than T-minus 30 minutes now — for the first crewed flight in more than 50 years to blast off on a path toward the moon.

Those arrested faced charges ranging from second-degree murder to drug possession to violating terms of supervised release.

April is Volunteer Month throughout the nation; recent data show additional federal funding cutbacks are placing unprecedented strain on organizations that provide backbone of support for the state’s social, environmental and educational safety nets.

Hawaiian Electric is forecasting that typical residential bills may rise between 20% and 30% over the next several months.

“Michael’s leadership is nothing short of visionary,” wrote Hawaiʻi State Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Plus (LGBTQ+) Commission in a joint statement. “From shaping policy to building community, he has dedicated his life to ensuring that LGBTQ+ people in Hawaiʻi are not only protected but empowered to thrive.”

Management of Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park requires the use of aircraft to maintain park facilities and other operations; dates and times are subject to change based on aircraft availability and weather.

Three full-sized 2024 pickup trucks will be assigned specifically to the Hāmākua, North Kohala and Kaʻū districts; remaining 18 2025 SUVs will be allocated to districts around the island.

Hawaiʻi Mesonet and Hawaiʻi Climate Data Portal data show the accumulated rainfall throughout 14 days in March during back-to-back kona lows reached as high as 3,000% of normal historical levels for this time of year, culminating in a destructive “rain bomb” over Oʻahu.

Ceremonies on Hawai‘i Island will be held from May 21 to May 23.

Hawaiʻi County’s Department of Water Supply is actively investigating reports of discolored tap water affecting residents in Waimea and Kamuela.

Grants of up to $300,000 are now available for high-impact, shovel-ready projects that reduce hazardous fuels and improve wildfire safety in areas where communities and natural landscapes meet.