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The event, highlighting the institution’s role in preparing the Big Island’s workforce, drew more than 100 supporters on April 18 to the I Ola Nō Ke Kino Dining Room at the Manono campus in Hilo.

The man was found underwater 30 feet from the rocky Kona shoreline where he was last seen.

The work targets some of the state’s most urgent challenges, including rapid ʻōhiʻa death, invasive mosquitoes that spread avian malaria, destructive food crop plant pests, invasive ants and beetles, and non-native plants and animals that damage forests and watersheds.

The Kaua‘i distillery’s Chief Commercial Officer Robert Ramer succeeds Gunter as chief operating officer, overseeing day-to-day operations while continuing its growth and expansion into the next chapter.

Number of visitors statewide in March decreased 1.7% from the same month a year before, with Big Island visitor stats following same downward trend; visitor spending throughout islands falls 1.6% from March 2025.

A quick look at news happening throughout the island, state and nation.

The University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa model predicts the development of a strong El Niño, more than 35.6 degrees warmer than normal over the equatorial eastern Pacific Ocean, toward the end of this year.

The Draft Environmental Assessment for the harbor project to improve roadway congestion, cargo capacity and aging infrastructure now is available for public review and comment.

The legislative session adjourns on May 8.

“Laulau is more than a beloved island staple; it carries deep cultural and historical meaning,” said Oʻahu state Rep. Darius Kila. “Preserving and promoting traditional Hawaiian foods helps honor Native Hawaiian culture and ensures these practices continue to be understood and passed on.”

Federal emergency management personnel will be available starting Monday, May 4, in South Kona at Kealakekua Public Library and in Puna at Keaʻau Armory at Herbert Shipman Park to answer questions and assist with registering for individual assistance.

Hawai‘i Police Department Area I Criminal Investigation Division and Vice Division members, assisted by Special Response Team personnel, executed a search warrant the morning of Friday, May 1, at a Plumeria Street property in Fern Acres, where the man, Jason Anthony Magdaleno, was thought to be present.

Increased foot traffic is expected from about 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, May 2, in Kona in conjunction with the women-centered community fun run celebrating movement, culture, music and wāhine empowerment.

Veterans reunite aboard their ship four decades later at Pearl Harbor to honor service, legacy and enduring spirit of the Mighty Mo.

Applications for the 2-year civic leadership and workforce development program for incoming Big Island high school juniors for the 2026-27 school year are available online; deadline to submit applications is May 22.

Nine years in the making, the Kāhuku Grand Skate Park will have its grand opening with mini skate clinics, live music and food vendors from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. this Saturday.

The National Park Service is asking for public comment on the future of Kauleolī, a vital shoreline parcel within the Big Island’s 175-mile “trail by the sea.”

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

Motorists were advised the morning of Friday, May 1, to avoid the Puna roadway, between the intersections of Orchid and Gardenia streets, in Mountain View; nature of police activity remains unclear.

A quick look at news happening throughout the island, state and nation.