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Big Island Saturday severe weather updates: Flood watch remains in effect with renewed chance for heavy rains throughout state
A heavy rain band potentially reaches Kaua‘i on Sunday night, but that remains rather uncertain; on the other hand, confidence is increasing that the Big Island will remain largely dry.
PHOTO GALLERY: Sights and pageantry of 63rd annual Merrie Monarch Royal Parade
SunRa Adziyaomamawu, a senior at Connections Public Charter School in Hilo, photographs the sights and pageantry of the parade that marched through downtown Hilo on Saturday morning, April 11, 2026.
Kings’ Shops culinary event raises thousands for Waikōloa conservation initiative
A culinary fundraiser on Hawaiʻi Island raised about $20,000 to benefit the Waikōloa Dry Forest Initiative.
State urges residents to remain vigilant as flood watch continues
With statewide flood watch extended: “We urge everyone to stay informed and be prepared to act if needed,” said said state Adjutant General and Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency Director Maj. Gen. Stephen Logan.
Election notification cards should arrive soon in mailboxes of Big Island voters
Verifying accurate and current voter registration information is necessary to ensure voters receive a ballot in the mail.
From humble slices or cuts to global culinary sensation, don’t miss ‘The Story of Poke’
No matter which way you make it — with Hawaiian salt, shoyu, mayonnaise or whatever, even if it’s not with tuna — the classic raw fish dish is spreading Hawaiian culture and aloha around the world; learn more in a 30-minute documentary debuting Sunday, April 12, on Spectrum OC16 Channel 16.
Rain or shine: Merrie Monarch Festival Royal Parade marches out soon
The cherished annual tradition that celebrates Hawaiian culture, the art of hula and rich heritage of Hilo Town starts at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, April 11. Get out and go!
Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority accepting proposals for events, festivals, experiences
Nonprofit organizations and government agencies can apply for state tourism funding for events, festivals and experiences that are scheduled for July through December.
Tree trimming, maintenance scheduled throughout Lili‘uokalani Gardens in Hilo
The work, which begins April 13, is part of a comprehensive tree maintenance project throughout the 24-acre park in Hawai‘i County.
‘It’s a revival’: Merrie Monarch group contest begins with beloved hula kahiko night
Edith Kanakaʻole Multi-Purpose Stadium in Hilo was packed as 29 groups of kāne (men) and wāhine (women) from 19 hula hālau performed hula kahiko to share the moʻolelo of Hawaiʻi with all in attendance.
Hālau Kalaʻakeakauikawēkiu sole Hawai‘i Island hula group takes to Merrie Monarch competition stage this year
On kahiko (ancient) night of the 63rd annual Merrie Monarch Festival’s hula competition, Friday, Hālau Kalaʻakeakauikawēkiu, the only group out of 19 competing from the Big Island this year, honored Pele with “Holo Mai Pele.”
17 lane closures scheduled during week of April 11-17 on Big Island state roadways
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting.
21 motorists arrested for DUI during week of March 30 to April 5 on Hawai‘i County roads
Arrests occurred in three out of the eight districts: 14 in Kona, five in Hilo and two in Puna.
IRS issues tax relief for Hawaiʻi individuals, businesses affected by flooding, mudslides
Some Hawaiʻi taxpayers in disaster areas taxpayers now have until July 8 to file various federal individual and business tax returns and make tax payments.
Volcano Watch: Caldera clues; tephra deposits from Kīlauea’s past
A look further back in the geologic record reveals that several lava fountaining eruptions similar to the ongoing one in Halemaʻumaʻu occurred within Kīlauea caldera within the past 500 years.
Hawaiʻi State Legislature remains open Friday — a key deadline for bills
Due to the severe weather occurring Friday on Oʻahu, members of the public are encouraged to virtually view floor sessions and committee hearings of the State Legislature.
Officer Barto awarded the Hāweo Award for investigative work and public safety action
Officer Christopher Barto of South Hilo has been lauded for his commendable efforts in defusing a serious threat on Hawaiʻi Island, earning him the prestigious Hāweo Award.
Maui dancer captures title of Miss Aloha Hula at 63rd annual Merrie Monarch Festival
Faith Lynn Kealohapauʻole Paredes of Wailuku, Maui, beat out 12 other dancers for Miss Aloha Hula and she also won the Hawaiian Language Award.
UPDATE: Episode 44 of lava fountaining at Kīlauea ended Thursday night; Highway 11 reopens
Fountaining episodes typically last less than 12 hours, but ash can remain in the air longer depending on wind and weather conditions.
UPDATE: Winter weather advisory extended for summits above 12,500 feet on Mauna Kea, Mauna Loa
Snow and freezing rain are in the forecast, with National Weather Service Honolulu Forecast Office saying total snow accumulations of up to 6 inches and ice accumulation up to a quarter-inch are possible on the highest parts of Big Island’s tallest mountains.
