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Approximately 1,600 triathletes competing from around the world took to the grueling 140.6-mile course. Waters in Kailua Bay were slightly choppy, highlighted pink as the sun rose over Hualālai.

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Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Will any of these planned closures impact your commute or fun? Take a look and plan ahead now.

On the eve before the race, the Big Island competitors were excited and hopeful for the day. For most, it will be their first time taking on the grueling 140.6-mile swim-bike-run course.

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will update the community on the ongoing environmental restoration of the Waikōloa Maneuver Area after over two decades of removal actions on Oct. 15.

Reigning Ironman World Champion Laura Philipp of Germany will lead the professional field that includes two other Ironman World Champions: Great Britain’s Lucy Charles-Barclay and American Chelsea Sodaro.

The Hilo club’s “Pay It Forward” program is aimed at helping women entrepreneurs on Hawai‘i Island start a new business or expand an existing business. Six winners were awarded this year.

The Hawai‘i car, home and renters insurance firm will, however, continue to administer all active policies for its thousands of customers throughout the state, manage claims and meet its contractual and statutory obligations throughout the next several years.

On July 20, the massive tree was uprooted and fell onto Kīlauea Avenue and a nearby church. At that time, the remains of two women were discovered in the debris of the tree.

Also, be sure to watch the video featuring members of Hawai‘i Police Department and how to be as safe as possible while the race is happening and during the last few days racers are in town.

Take a look at what’s going on today leading up to the big race day Oct. 11 in Kona.

A total of 150 community-led projects reach more than 7,000 people with acts of aloha as people came together around the Big Island, opened their doors and shared what they have to care for the places they love.

“What we witnessed here is the strength, resilience and unity of our lāhui — a clear sign that our future is in good hands,” said Office of Hawaiian Affairs Board of Trustees Chairman Kaialiʻi “Kai” Kahele.

47-year-old Albert Espaniola Jr. now faces charges of first-degree burglary and second-degree theft in connection with the Oct. 8 burglary incident at the residence on Old Volcano Road.

The incident happened sometime from Oct. 3-6 at a ranch in the 15-2000 block of Government Beach Road on a fenced property where they sheep were kept in a location on which hunting and trespassing is strictly prohibited.

“Nowadays, there is so much in the news and on social media concerning polarization and the lack of civil conversations,” said Mediator and retired professor Jo Hittner, who will present the workshop, “but that doesn’t mean we are powerless against this divisive trend.”

Financial aid aimed at helping empower Hawai‘i Island students pursuing careers in storytelling, journalism, broadcasting and digital or creative media to shape the future of media.

Take a look at what’s going on today leading up to the big race day Oct. 11 in Kona.

Isn’t it great we live Big Island? No matter what week it is, there’s always something to do — and sometimes the mix is just as special as the place we call home. This week is one of those times.

Hawaiʻi Lt. Gov. Sylvia Luke continues to share the message of online respect, responsibility and kindness beyond September’s observance as Digital Aloha Month.