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Konawaena High campus ready to welcome students back for new school year
“We have a safe, healthy place that we get to welcome everybody back to, and we have a new place, so it’s going to make new memories … ,” said the West Hawai‘i school’s Principal Ami Akeo, speaking about the campus’ state following repairs after damage caused by the March kona low storms.
Lane closures scheduled through Aug. 7 on several roadways around Big Island
Closures are planned for weekdays, unless otherwise noted; All projects are weather permitting and lane closure schedules can change with little to no notice.
51-year-old Ocean View woman dead following early morning 2-vehicle collision in Ocean View
The 51-year-old victim was identified as Stephanie Ann Mello, who was pronounced dead at 6:51 a.m. Aug. 1 at Kona Community Hospital.
Hawaiʻi legislators, advocates celebrate immigrant justice laws, honor lives lost to immigration enforcement
A gathering July 28 — organized by Campaign for Immigrant Justice, led by American Civil Liberties Union of Hawaiʻi, Hawaiʻi Coalition for Immigrant Rights and The Legal Clinic — centered on celebration, remembrance and a renewed commitment to protecting Hawaiʻi’s immigrant communities.
Efforts to address growing need for autism diagnosis, services expands at University of Hawaiʻi
Mānoa flagship campus appoints internationally recognized clinical psychologist and autism researcher Meghan Miller, who has nearly two decades of experience in neurodevelopment disabilities, to lead its Center on Disability Studies.
Wind advisory previously issued for Big Island summits canceled
However, Hawaiian Electric continues to watch conditions in areas of Maui and the Big Island that are most at risk of wildfire, with public safety power shutoffs still possible.
Funding for Keaukaha gym renovations secured after years of dilapidation, deferred maintenance
Construction is expected to begin at the end of 2027, with the renovated Kawānanakoa Gym to be completed by the end of 2028.
Det. John Kari with Hawaiʻi Police Department honored for exceptional work during child exploitation case
The 13-year veteran of the department received the Hāweo Award during a ceremony in Hilo.
3 candidates running for open Kona District County Council seat talk housing, parks, infrastructure
Mark Henriques, Edgar “Eddie O” Ombac and Manu Powers are vying for the open seat now occupied by Rebecca Villegas, who is not able to run for re-election due to term limits.
Fourth case of the intestinal illness cyclosporiasis confirmed in Hawaiʻi
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health said the latest individual with cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness caused by a microscopic parasite in food, traveled internationally before returning to Hawaiʻi prior to getting sick.
Waimea schools to provide updates about 2026-27 school year during next town hall
Waimea Community Association meeting will update members on information for the coming school year on Thursday, Aug. 6.
Wind advisory in effect for portions of Big Island, winds may impact water service in Waimea, Waikōloa
High winds may impact electric, water service in Waimea and Waikōloa through the weekend, according to the Department of Water Supply.
Top bartenders to compete during 4th annual Kuleana Rum Works Cocktail Classic
The friendly competition’s goal is to bring the cocktail community together and showcase what island bartenders can do while creating a space where they can show off their creativity and all-around professionalism.
Hawaiian Electric monitors wildfire risks amid wind advisory
The company is in a Public Safety Power Shutoff “watch” condition, meaning that if weather conditions intensify in the next 24 to 48 hours, Hawaiian Electric may proactively shut off power in communities with high exposure to wildfire risk.
State briefs for July 31: New administrator, new jobs projection and projects selected
A quick look at news happening throughout the state.
What you need to know about voting in Hawai‘i County for the Aug. 8 primary election
This year on the Big Island there is not a mayor’s race, but all nine County Council seats are on the ballot.
50-year-old Kauaʻi restaurant Bull Shed expands to Big Island, its first new location
The iconic Bull Shed Restaurant, beloved for over 50 years on Kauaʻi, has expanded to the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, offering its renowned steaks and seafood alongside new Hawaiʻi Island-inspired dishes.
Motorcyclist in critical condition following collsion in Puna District
The crash occurred in Kea‘au between the Macadamia Nut Road and Kipimana Street intersections on Highway 11.
Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority announces 2026 Community Enrichment Program recipients
Several Big Island organizations among 49 throughout the state selected to receive funding and present authentic experiences for the residents and visitors from July through December.
Volcano Watch: A decade of disaster response; mahalo to Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense Administrator Talmadge Magno
Magno, who navigated the Hawaiʻi Island response to volcanic eruptions from multiple volcanoes, the COVID-19 pandemic, fires, earthquakes, tsunami warnings, hurricanes and historic kona low storms, retires effective Aug. 1.
