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Blood Bank of Hawai‘i returns to Kona at new location

The blood bank welcomes donors at Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa in Keauhou for first Kona blood drive of 2026.

Crews assessing size, cause of brush fire at Pōhakuloa Training Area

No structures, wildlife or cultural sites are present in the affected training area.

UPDATE: High wind warning canceled for much of Big Island, replaced with high wind advisory

East winds of 20 to 30 mph, with gusts up to 50 mph, are still expected in the Kohala, interior, southern, southeastern and northern portions of the island.

$2M in federal funds earmarked for Hawai‘i Island Food Basket

Funds will be used to build a new steel farmers market pavilion for local farmers, food vendors, and small businesses to sell produce.

The Blood Bank of Hawaiʻi is returning to Kona for a drive this week

The Blood Bank of Hawaiʻi will be hosting a blood drive at its new West Hawaiʻi location, the Outrigger Kona Resort and Spa, on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday this week.

Deep snow forces summit road closure to Mauna Kea

According to the National Weather Service, wet and windy weather is expected to continue today while gradually improving by this afternoon into this evening.

Free online clinic helps small businesses learn to use artificial intelligence as security ally

This session will focus on the security and privacy issues associated with artificial intelligence, providing a clear roadmap for integrating artificial intelligence tools ethically and effectively to stay one step ahead of sophisticated cyber threats.

Brown water advisory issued throughout Hawaiian Islands

It’s recommended to stay out of the water for 48-72 hours after the rain has stopped and after the beach has received full sunshine.

Business Monday: Grace Flowers Hawaiʻi ready for busy week before Valentine’s Day

With the Feb. 14 holiday for sweethearts on the horizon, Alison Higgins of Grace Flowers Hawaiʻi is readying her Honokaʻa shop for a surge in last-minute floral orders for family members, spouses, friends and sweethearts.

Mauna Kea Stewardship and Oversight Authority to host last 3 community workshops this month

Residents are invited to help shape the future management of Mauna Kea with workshops scheduled in Waimea, Nāʻālehu and Kailua-Kona this month.

16 lane closures scheduled during week of Feb. 9-13 on Big Island state roadways

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

UPDATE: Hawai‘i County to reopen all services for business on Tuesday after storm

A storm that hit the Hawaiian Islands on Sunday is forecast to weaken later today.

The Food Basket closed and Kahikina food drive postponed on Monday due to weather

While the facilities are closed, The Food Basket team is standing by and coordinating with partners should emergency food response be needed.

UPDATE 3: Power restoration efforts ongoing in East Hawai‘i

The power outage is due to a motor vehicle accident that damage a utility pole.

Pana‘ewa Rainforest Zoo residents give slight edge to Seattle in Super Bowl LX

It was a tortoise and koi fish at the Hilo zoo that predicted the Seahawks championship, and with just a little more than a quarter left to play in the Big Game, we will soon know if they were correct.

Police investigate fatal single-vehicle ATV collision in Honokaʻa

Police responded to a collision that involving an all-terrain vehicle that resulted in a man’s death late Saturday night in Honokaʻa.

Gov. Josh Green issues emergency proclamation as state prepares for severe weather

Gov. Josh Green announced closures of state offices and schools statewide on Monday, Feb. 9, in response to forecasts of heavy rain and powerful winds.

Storm winds increase with peak impacts expected to begin this afternoon

Hawaiʻi County urges residents and visitors to halt nonessential travel as severe weather with strong winds and flood risks intensifies from Sunday afternoon through Monday evening.

Super Guide for where to watch today’s Big Game

Looking for a place to grab a seat, some food and maybe a drink or two during Super Bowl LX this afternoon? We’ve got you covered with this extensive list of venues simply showing the game and others hosting watch parties.

Reed Mahuna’s journey to become Hawaiʻi Island police chief like his dad, but without special help

“It was clear to me that he wasn’t resting on the laurels of being the son of a high-ranking officer,” said retired Capt. Randy Medeiros, who had supervised Reed Mahuna.
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