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Special 15-month Girl Scouts of Hawaiʻi membership offer available for limited time
Offer includes full 2026-27 membership year and remainder of summer 2026; allows girls to start participating right away in troop activities.
University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo Performing Arts Center to close for first major renovation since opening
The renovations will cause the Performing Arts Center to close from January 2027 to August 2027.
U.S. Postal Service appoints postmaster for Hilo
Kai Kawelo oversees both Hilo post offices, which includes 109 employees serving 5,000 P.O. boxes and 41 routes with more than 23,000 deliveries.
Safe Routes to Waiākea Schools improvements to start on Kīlauea Avenue in Hilo
The project is located between Ohea and Pūʻainakō streets in Hilo and includes installation of concrete sidewalks, drainage improvements, retaining walls, curb ramps, driveway reconstruction and utility adjustment/relocation.
Parts of Hilo, Nāʻālehu highways to be closed July 4 to accommodate holiday celebrations
Portion of Bayfront Highway in Hilo, between Pauahi Street and Wailuku Bridge, as well as part of Māmalahoa Highway, from Niu Street to Kaʻalāiki Road, in Nāʻālehu will be closed at different times.
Residents reminded to practice fire safety this Fourth of July weekend
With wildfire season in full swing, residents should take extra caution this weekend as fireworks and barbecues are common causes of fires.
Volcano Watch: Hawai‘i Five-O! Fifty fountaining episodes at Kīlauea summit
Hawai‘i, the 50th state, reached a golden anniversary June 27: Episode 50 of the ongoing episodic summit eruption at Kīlauea volcano on the Big Island; the north vent served up a 1,030-foot lava fountain, the tallest since Episode 43.
4th of July weekend weather should be relatively quiet, with decreasing humidity, typical summertime trades
For those watching the tropical cyclone forecast, Tropical Storm Douglas in the East Pacific became a post-tropical cyclone late the night of July 2.
America 250 on Big Island: Fourth of July promises family fun festivities, fireworks and more
This year’s celebrations have even more significance as the United States celebrates its 250th birthday; July 4 festivities will include rodeos, parades and community events such as a 5K run/walk/roll in salute of veterans, drag races, a car show, keiki activities, poolside parties, plenty of food, live music, a rubber duckie race and a lot more.
Visually-impaired runner competing in Kona Marathon with goal to help others deal with vision loss
Marri Murdoch hopes to expand her nonprofit, Travel Visions Aloha for the Blind, to neighbor islands and provide more opportunities to visually-impaired and blind individuals.
New monthly initiative to cultivate reciprocal relationships between people, ʻāina
Kūkūau ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi Mālama ʻĀina Days is fostering community connection with Hilo’s native lowland wet forest through immersive ʻāina-based education.
Jury compensation in Hawai‘i increased for the first time in nearly 40 years
The rate has increased from $30 to $50 per day.
Update: Emergency repairs to well in Ocean View have been completed
The essential needs only notice has been cancelled, and normal water usage from the water spigots may resume.
Oʻahu community care foster family home operator must cease operations
The Department of Health issued a notice of violation and order to Ederlina Manzano following her no-contest plea to charges of endangering an incompetent person’s welfare.
Delinquent charitable organizations get 60-day amnesty period to correct issues
Eligible charities that complete overdue filings and satisfy registration requirements can have their applicable late fees and penalties waived.
University of Hawaiʻi to decommission third telescope
The United Kingdom Infrared Telescope on Maunakea will conclude science operations on September 15, 2026 and will prepare for its decommissioning by 2030.
Hawai‘i State Federal Credit Union awards $22K in grants to help teachers meet classroom needs
The grants — each up to $500 — help educators on O‘ahu, Maui and Hawai‘i Island purchase classroom supplies, books, technology, equipment and other resources that support student learning.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for July 3-9: Bob Dylan tribute, free farm tour, Astronomy on Tap and more
Hey, Big Island. There’s more to do this week than just Fourth of July festivities. Check out our top 10 things to do now!
Police remind motorists to drive sober this Fourth of July weekend
“This Fourth of July, help keep our island roads safe for everyone. Buckle up, drive alert, celebrate responsibly and do your part to ensure everyone makes it home safely,” said Hawaiʻi Police Department in a release.
7-Eleven Hawai‘i celebrating 48 years of serving communities throughout islands
Don’t miss a free Slurpee on July 11, plus the return of Dollar Deals and a free limited-edition tote bag designed by local artist Jack Soren.
