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Kīlauea Lava Lake Continues to Rise
Kīlauea’s lava lake has been rising approximately one meter (yard) an hour since the eruption began, Wednesday afternoon according to a US Geological Survey (USGS) update released Thursday.
Food & Wine Festival Chefs Gain Deeper Appreciation for Kalo
Chefs across the nation gained a deeper appreciation for kalo (taro) after spending several hours on a Waipiʻo Valley farm Wednesday, Sept. 29.
Big Island Surpasses 10K COVID Cases
A total of 56 new infections were identified on the Big Island Thursday.
Pele’s Hair Observed Near Kīlauea, NWS Reports
Volcanic glass, also known as Pele’s Hair, was observed near Kīlauea Wednesday evening, according to the National Weather Service in Honolulu.
Kīlauea Avenue Paving Project This Weekend
Hawaiʻi County Department of Public Works will be paving Kīlauea Avenue between Puainako Street and Lanikaula Street.
HPD Apprehends 2 Escapees From HCCC
Hawai‘i Island police have arrested two Hawai’i Community Correctional Center (HCCC) inmates for second-degree escape.
DOH Reports 13 COVID-Related Deaths Wednesday
A total of 4,310 individuals have been hospitalized as a result of COVID-19 infection since the pandemic began, while at least 770 have died.
Swimming With Spinner Dolphins to End in Hawai´i Over New NOAA Rule
Beginning next month, swimming with spinner dolphins in Hawai´i will become a thing of the past.
HPD Officer of the Month
By quickly taking action and applying a tourniquet to a man seriously injured by a wild animal, Officer Dustin Medeiros was able to save the life of a Captain Cook man.
Hawai´i Food & Wine Events Return to Big Island
Hawai´i Food & Wine is returning to the Big Island this weekend, and tickets remain available.
Hawaiian Monk Seal Swims from Kure Atoll to Oʻahu
Researchers expressed their amazement at one Hawaiian monk seal that swam 1,300 miles within a month.
Theft Suspect Captured on Video While Stealing Surveillance Camera
Big Island authorities are seeking a suspect in connection with an Ocean View theft earlier this month.
DOH Reports 240 New Cases, as Vaccine Shots Overtake 2 Million Statewide
A total of 24 new infections were identified on the Big Island Tuesday.
Police Seek Public Help Finding Missing Kona Man
Police seek the public’s help locating a Kailua-Kona man reported missing.
HTA Resumes Support of Community-Based Tourism Initiatives
HTA is resuming its Community Enrichment Program, which supports community-based projects, festivals and events that enhance resident and visitor experiences, and create opportunities for meaningful economic development.
