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Military convoys scheduled for much of September on Big Island

The public is notified that convoys are planned for 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. or 6 p.m. to 5 a.m. through Sept. 20 between Pōhakuloa Training Area and Kawaihae Pier.

UPDATE: Brown water advisory canceled for West Hawai‘i coast

However, state health officials continue to advise the public to avoid brown, murky waters from Keokea Beach Park to Ka Lae Point (South Point), especially following storms or heavy rain.

Episode 55 of the ongoing Halemaʻumaʻu eruption predicted to begin today

There have been 69 overflows since Kīlauea began erupting on-and-off Monday, Sept. 7.

2026 Hawaiʻi Songwriting Festival finale concert features all-star lineup

Intimate concert is Sept. 12 in Westin Hāpuna Beach Resort Ballroom and the roster includes writers you might not know by name, but you’ll definitely recognize by some of their songs and artists for whom they’ve written.

‘A place where they can pause, reset’: Sensory spaces expand to all University of Hawaiʻi campuses

The initiative provides quiet spaces at all 10 campuses statewide where students, faculty and others can decompress, regulate emotions and recharge from the demands of daily campus life.

Volcano Watch: Remembering the 1919-20 Maunaiki eruption of Kīlauea

Next time you are waiting for a lava fountain to start at Kīlauea’s summit, consider checking out the views from the top of Maunaiki and the volcanic activity of the recent past that sculpted the landscape of the volcano’s Southwest Rift Zone.

9 new officers welcomed into ranks at Hawaiʻi Police Department

Class members were assigned solo assignments in Hilo, Kona, Kaʻū and North Kohala, with their service to begin Sept. 16.

Kauaʻi County disaster response bolstered by $265K from Hawaiʻi Community Foundation

Funds come from Stronger Hawaiʻi Initiative to support disaster response following Hurricane Lowell; foundation awarded $22,000 in grants prior to Lowell’s arrival to strengthen resilience of vulnerable families and households on both islands.

UPDATE: Police report previously missing and endangered 36-year-old woman found

Toriann Parish was located Sept. 10 in good health.

Kealakekua man arrested after indictment for promoting child abuse

The charges against 50-year-old John Gonzalez stem from an investigation in which police recovered an electronic device later found to contain numerous sexually explicit images involving children.

Flood advisory issued east, southeast portions of Big Island

Some locations that will experience flooding include Ocean View, Nāʻālehu, Kāwā Flats, Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach, Hawaiʻi Volcanoes Park Kahuku Unit, Waiʻōhinu, Discovery Harbour and Miloliʻi.

Mahukona Wharf and Honaunau Boat Ramp closed Thursday

The Mahukona Wharf and Honaunau Boat Ramp remain closed Thursday, according to Hawaiʻi County Parks & Recreation Department. There are no other beach parks or road closures reported at this time.

Flags to be flown at half-staff in observance of Patriot Day

Patriot Day recognizes the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001.

Six Coffee With a Cop outreach events set for West Hawaiʻi this month

Get to know your community police officers at six “Coffee With a Cop” events in Kailua-Kona, Hōlualoa, Waimea and Kealakekua.

Hawaiian Electric, Department of Water Supply continue recovery efforts after Lala

Hawaiian Electric are in the final stages of restoring electricity and the Department of Water Supply is working hard to restore water access to the final 3% of customers.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Sept. 11-17: ‘Spring Awakening,’ ‘SIX,’ World Manta Day and more

Check out this week’s top 10 things to do on the Big Island to find a ton of upcoming fun.

Federal assistance available for Hawaiʻi County residents impacted by Kona earthquake

Hawai’i County residents recovering from the Kona earthquake can apply for federal disaster assistance until Nov. 1.

Briefs for Sept. 10: University of Hawaiʻi research, student program and outreach events

Recent updates from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa

Portion of Highway 11 closes during flash flood warning in Kaʻū

Nāʻālehu Elementary School Gymnasium and Robert Herkes Gymnasium in Pāhala are open as shelters as forecasters issue a flash flooding warning until 11:30 p.m.

Hawaiʻi County planning director initiates interim General Plan 2045 amendments

Interim amendments propose targeted updates to Hawaiʻi County General Plan 2045 for clarification of policies, address public and agency testimony, strengthen implementation and make minor corrections.
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