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Scheduled Hawai‘i Island lane closures on state roadways for May 11-16

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.

It’s all about Mom: Mother’s Day events happening around the Big Island

From brunches to concerts, shopping opportunities and even singing telegrams plus an aerial arts pop-up class, there should be something to do that will have Mom calling all her friends later to brag about her awesome family.

Vessel seized for alleged illegal longline fishing in state territorial sea off Big Island

52-year-old Konane Zager of Kona was cited for violating state code relating to prohibited longline fishing within waters of the Hawai‘i State Territorial Sea. He is scheduled to appear June 19 in Kona District Court.

New toll-free number to report electricity outages on Hawai‘i Island

Number, which replaces the former reporting phone number, is part of Hawaiian Electric’s new system that is meant to ease and expedite outage reporting on the island.

Mobile vendors sought to offer concessions at various Hawaiʻi County parks

Prospective bidders must file a notice of intent to bid on or before 2 p.m. May 15 to the county finance director on a form provided by the director, through Public Purchase, an e-procurement system.

Schatz hosts statewide telephone town hall meeting May 8

The Hawai‘i Democrat will give constituents an update about his work in the U.S. Senate, take questions and also hear concerns. The meeting is at noon, but those who plan to attend need to sign up online to get a call to join the conversation.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for May 9-15: Pō & the 4Fathers, ‘The Life of Prince Jonah Kūhiō,’ Hilo Chocolate Festival and more

No matter what you do with Mom, Grandma, Sis, Aunty or the other special mothers in your life to show them how much you appreciate them, we’re sure they will enjoy the gesture. So think about trying out something different this year by giving them a new experience.

West Hawai‘i GOP elects new leadership

“Our priority is to engage with the community, continue the momentum and ensure that conservative and independent-minded voters have a seat at the table,” said new West Hawai‘i GOP Chairperson Monique Perreira.

State: Make sure you’re covered before disaster strikes

Hawai‘i Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Insurance Division reminds island residents to review insurance policies in preparation for upcoming 2025 hurricane season, which begins June 1.

Hawai‘i Keiki Museum offers ‘science fueled fun’ at no charge all day for entire family

Nonprofit that connects children to Hawai‘i Island through hands-on exploration of science, technology, engineering, art and math offering fee-free day as part of Waikōloa Lei Day Festival; several upcoming summer events, activities and workshops planned, too.

Scheduled Hawai‘i Island lane closures on state roadways for May 3 to May 9

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

Big Island man charged after child porn videos reportedly found on his cellphone

The investigation into the 43-year-old was launched in December 2024 after a cyber tip revealed possession of child pornography.

Two new warning sirens on Big Island part of monthly test set for 11:45 a.m. on Thursday

The May 1 siren test for Hawaiʻi will be coordinated with a test of the Live Audio Broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island for May 2-8: Celebrating Lei Day, Culivating community, exploring the cosmos and more

Just because the Merrie Monarch Festival is done doesn’t mean all the fun around the island is, too. From Lei Day festivities to exploring the cosmos, there’s an entire universe of activities and events unfolding during the next week. Check them out now!

Violation issued to Matsuyama Food and Fuel for underground storage tanks

Mats4 LLC, which operates Matsuyama Food and Fuel in Kailua-Kona, did not apply for or obtain a permit prior to installation or operation the tanks and now face a $35,000 penalty.

State: Vog, sulfur dioxide still potential health hazards even while Kīlauea summit eruption paused

Health officials encourage the public to keep a close eye on Hawaiʻi air quality data as volcanic gas emissions remain elevated. Air quality can change quickly, depending on the amount of gas being released from the Big Island volcano, wind direction and other weather conditions.

Scheduled Hawai‘i Island lane closures on state roadways for April 26-May 2

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.

75-year-old Kailua-Kona man critically injured in early morning North Kona crash

Hawai‘i Police Department’s Area II Traffic Enforcement Unit continues to investigate the crash as a major traffic collision. No further details are available at this time.

Kāmakoa Nui Park sports fields back in the game after $1 million in improvements

Community invited to celebrate reopening of the Waikōloa Village park’s multi-purpose sports fields, made possible by a partnership between Hawaiʻi County and a local developer, starting at 10 a.m. May 4 at the park.

Top 10 things to do on Big Island April 25-May 1: Third World live, ‘The Wizard of Oz Ballet,” CHVRCH, Hilo Lei Day Festival and more

Didn’t get tickets to the Merrie Monarch Festival competitions? Looking for something different to do this weekend? The Big Island has you covered.
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