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North and South Kohala as well as parts of Hāmākua, North Kona, Kaʻū and Puna will see sustained northeast winds of 15 to 30 mph throughout the day as trade winds gain strength from a tight pressure gradient created because of a surface high northeast of the state.

State, county and nonprofit organizations involved in wildfire prevention and mitigation say following the devastating and deadly wildfires in in August 2023 that destroyed Lahaina, killing more than 100 people, and other blazes on the Big Island the same day, people in Hawai‘i are beginning to understand the risks they, their families and their livlihoods face when wildfires loom.

The $7.4 million, 5-year subscription to EAB Navigate360 and EAB Edify will serve as the cornerstore of a new student success initiative at the university’s 10 campuses aimed at closing the achievement gap, improving student retention and increasing graduation rates.

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The project at the beach park just off Puhi Bay, between Chalk’s Beach and Hilo Yacht Club, in the Hilo coastal community is aimed at addressing concerns raised during a recent community meeting and includes repaving the park’s upper parking lot as well as its main entry road.

Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Check to see if any of the planned closures will impact your commute during the next week.

Kasie Kaleohano was selected as complex area superintendent for the Hilo-Waiākea Complex Area, while Leila Maeda-Kobayashi will serve as complex area superintendent for schools on Kauaʻi.

The 12th annual Heiva I Keaukaha will bring Tahitian dancers from around the state to Hilo for a competition that displays the dynamic culture of Tahiti.

The event — a partnership between Hawai‘i U.S. Sen. Mazie Hirono and and Chamber of Commerce Hawai‘i — provides members of the Hawai‘i business community the opportunity to meet directly with congressional leaders while also showcasing their products.

There have been 432 DUI arrests so far this year on Big Island roadways, a 3.79% decrease compared with the 449 made during the same period in 2024. Hawai‘i Police Department reports DUI roadblocks and patrols will continue islandwide.

22-year-old Alaina Kainoa-Aukai of Ocean View remains in custody, charged with several offenses including attempted murder, assault and others following crash that happened after alleged domestic dispute between the couple.

The Hawaiʻi County Police Commission will schedule a special meeting to decide whether to accept Ben Moszkowiczʻ retraction of his resignation as police chief.

While the eruptive event lasted just about 8 hours, lava was ejected to peak heights of well more than 1,000 feet Friday (June 20) from the north vent in Halemaʻumaʻu Crater at the Big Island volcano.

The season will continue through Aug. 31, excluding Aug. 27-28, when the area will be closed for ungulate management operations.

The County of Hawaiʻi Department of Parks and Recreation is hosting an American Red Cross lifeguard certification course at the Kohala Swimming Pool, offering essential deep water training from July 17-26.

Hawaiʻi Attorney General Anne Lopez also officially handed over the responsibility for future wildfire analysis, mitigation and coordination efforts as those duties now belong to the new state fire marshal and Hawaiʻi Wildfire Management Organization.

West Hawai‘i state Rep. Kirstin Kahaloa named majority caucus leader for 2025-26 term; several Big Island lawmakers assigned chairmanships or vice chairmanships of committees.

Kamalani Poepoe and Ruth Gale welcomed during the perfect time to not only better understand eruptions in Hawaiʻi but contribute to ongoing work as the episodic summit eruption of Kīlauea continues.

If you’re seeking an adventure — or even a misadventure — the Big Island has some upcoming events and activities that are sure to pique your interest. Check out this week’s top 10 things to do on the Big Island now!

These grants are designed to support and scale up local food production around Hawaiʻi Island, empowering farmers, ranchers and food producers to expand operations and strengthen Hawaiʻi’s food security. There were 32 grants awarded in 2025 totaling $710,000.