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Cancellation of monthly siren and emergency alert system test for September

The canceled test had been scheduled within 15 minutes of a planned moment of worldwide prayer and remembrance for those killed or missing in the Maui wildfires.

7.1 magnitude earthquake in Sea of Bali; no tsunami threat to Hawai‘i

The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center confirms there is no tsunami threat to the Island and State of Hawai‘i.

Kīlauea volcano exhibiting signs of elevated unrest

Elevated seismic activity continues in an area south of Kīlauea’s summit caldera. Earthquakes occurred steadily through the day yesterday, without swarm activity. Most earthquakes have been at a depth of 1-2 miles (2-3 km) below the surface, with no upward migration.

Puna man accused of assaulting father with knife and stick

Hawai‘i Island police officers came in contact with the victim at Hilo Medical Center on Friday. The 57-year-old man told Hilo Patrol officers that his son, later identified as 30-year-old Mark Nakoa Akina, assaulted him at a residence on Paniolo Street during the evening hours of Wednesday and into the later afternoon hours of Thursday.

Maui wildfires update: Authorities release 2 new names of victims killed in Lāhainā Wildfire

The West Maui community were again threatened by a brushfire that broke out Saturday afternoon in Kāʻanapali, leading to the evacuation of residents at Anapuni Loop and West Mahipuna Place.

Puna Geothermal Venture quarterly community meeting this week

Updates on the status of the Big Island geothermal energy facility are planned, as well as a representative from Hawaiʻi County expected to participate and take questions.

Public invited to learn more about Kona Open Space Network plan

The Kona Community Development Plan Action Committee, along with its Kona Open Space Network Plan sub-committee, hope to maintain green drainage and flood control areas while preserving trees for shade and carbon absorption.

Business Monday: Fall in love with treasures found at Hilo’s Knickknackery Antiques and Collectibles Hawaiiana

A Hilo antique shop survived during the pandemic thanks to loyal customers. Now they’re celebrating in their new location at 84 Kapiolani St.

Are you ready for a natural disaster, Big Island? Event aimed at increasing preparedness, resilience

Everyone is invited to the free, family-friendly walk-and-talk “Are You Ready?” Waimea Fire Prevention and Resilience Fair on Sept. 9.

Big Island Now No. 25: What is your favorite water sport to participate in on Hawai‘i Island?

There are many other water sports that people enjoy and connect with not only for entertainment but on a cultural level.

Elevated unrest continues at Kīlauea summit, activity could escalate to an eruption

Earthquake swarms have been rattling the summit for nearly week with none reported Saturday.

Lāhainā community mourns lives lost in deadly fire that killed 115 people so far

Almost every day, more names are released by the Maui Police Department of people who died in the fire — 40 so far. We honor their memory.

Pacific Cancer Foundation is seeking donations as the nonprofit was forced to cancel fundraisers due to the Lāhainā wildfire

The cancellation of three major fundraisers is causing unprecedented financial strain for the Pacific Cancer Foundation, which relies on these events for around 60% of its annual revenue.

Weekly Hawai‘i Island lane closures: Aug. 26 to Sept. 1

Closures may change at any time without further notice.

Big Island Now No. 25 poll results: It will take more than just one solution to restore ocean access in Puna

When asked what Puna’s ocean access priorities were following the 2018 Kīlauea eruption, pollsters said it will take more than one solution to address the issue.

Big Island’s Pohoiki boat ramp — landlocked by 2018 Kīlauea eruption — could reopen by end of 2024

If everything goes smoothly, a planned $5.4 million dredging project could begin as early as next February or March and be finished within 6 to 9 months to restore ocean access to the Puna community.

Update: Big Island police find missing endangered Kaʻū woman

48-year-old Tara Little of Kaʻū was last seen the afternoon of Aug. 25 in Hawaiian Ocean View Estates.

Maui wildfires update: 3 more victims identified; 95% of the Lāhainā disaster area has been searched

The death toll in the deadliest U.S. wildfire in the past century remains at 115; a total of 38 victims have been identified so far.

Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park visitors contribute $149 million to Big Island economy in 2022

Spending by the 1.6 million visitors to the park last year supported 1,500 jobs in the area and $195 million in economic output in local gateway economies surrounding the park.

Tanabata festival returns to ‘Imiloa in Hilo for first time since 2019, drawing thousands

The festival at the Big Island astronomy center featured special planetarium shows, Japanese crafts and traditional games, bon dance lessons, taiko performances, entertainment, ʻono food and more.
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