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Help feed families through ‘Meals of Aloha’ program at Foodland

Now through April 30, Foodland will be accepting in-person monetary and Maika‘i points donations that will go directly towards supporting Hawai‘i’s families.

Hawaiʻi implementing changes to improve services, rights for disabled on Medicaid

As of March 17, 2023, all states were required to be compliant with the “Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services” settings regulation that was established in 2014.

Hawai’i County Council awards $7.5 million in grants to tackle homelessness, housing

The Hawai‘i County Council on Wednesday approved Resolution 61, providing a total of $7.5 million to 13 organizations for 16 projects that include permanent supportive housing, substance abuse and mental health treatment and professional development for front-line homeless service providers.

Police identify body found along Hilo shoreline on Big Island

The victim was identified as Clifford Edward Myers Sr. of Van Nuys, Calif. Preliminary results of an autopsy performed March 16 did not show signs of foul play; however, final results are pending toxicology and additional forensic testing.

73-year-old man from Hilo has been missing since Feb. 26

Danny L. Ostlund, 73, was last seen on Banyan Drive in Hilo on Feb. 26, 2023.

West Hawaiʻi Vietnam War Memorial to be dedicated on 50th anniversary of war’s end

The public is invited to attend the 11 a.m. ceremony to unveil the West Hawaiʻi Vietnam War Memorial on March 29, National Vietnam War Veterans Day.

Update: Flood advisory for Kaʻū, Puna districts is canceled

The National Weather Service has canceled the flood advisory for the Kaʻū and Puna Districts of Hawaiʻi Island.

The county’s American Job Center Hawaiʻi reopens at new location

The center, now located at Waiakea Kai Plaza, 88 Kanoelehua Avenue, Suite A-204 in Hilo, assists with numerous employment-related services and programs addressing Hawaiʻi County’s workforce development needs for its residents and businesses.

High-altitude balloons to launch near Waimea

Two high-altitude balloons will be launched near Waimea starting Thursday till Saturday as part of a mission to demonstrate uncrewed stratospheric communication capabilities.

Hawai‘i delegation hopes to secure federal funding to combat Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death

The Hawai‘i delegation hopes to secure federal funding to support efforts in combating Rapid ʻŌhiʻa Death, a fungus that is decimating the state’s most abundant native tree.

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First annual free Kona Steel Guitar Festival at Outrigger resort March 24 and 25
Kamuela Philharmonic plans ‘Brilliant’ finish to 2022-23 MasterWorks season
Tony nominated musical ‘The Prom’ playing at East Hawai’i Cultural Center in Hilo
Annual Kauikeaouli Festival celebrates birthday of Kamehameha III

Big Island Business Chevron Forward

The county’s American Job Center Hawaiʻi reopens at new location
Watch: Whale shark spotted off Kona Coast
Hawaiʻi’s economy slowing but no recession, UH research report says
Greenwell Farms’ 100% Kona Coffee debuts new branding, package design
Hawaiian Telcom invests $1.5 million to complete fiber ring in East Hawaiʻi
Online Marketplace features products from student entrepreneurs in Hawai’i
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Hawai'i Volcano Blog Chevron Forward

Volcano Watch: GeoSPACE program promotes geology for people with disabilities
2018 Kīlauea eruption destroyed Hawaiian Volcano Observatory’s home; now its getting a new one in Hilo
Eruption of Big Island’s Kīlauea volcano no longer likely to resume
Volcano Watch: USGS hosting open house about replacement of building destroyed during 2018 Kīlauea eruption

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President Biden supports national marine sanctuary for Pacific Remote Islands
3 state projects underway to fix water problems at Hāpuna Beach on Big Island
High surf warning for west-facing shores of Big Island beginning Wednesday night
Brown water advisory issued for Hilo Bay on Big Island

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Maui Weather Forecast for March 23, 2023

Light winds and humid conditions will prevail through Friday as a trough stalls and gradually weakens near Kauai and Oahu. The trough will bring the potential...

Maui physician charged with unlawful distribution of controlled substances

A Maui physician has been charged with unlawful distribution of hydrocodone and other controlled substances, according to a criminal complaint and affidavit. 

Gov. Green signs first bills into law, relating to felony prosecutions and reproductive rights

Senate Bill 36, resolutely codifies conditions under which felony prosecutions can be initiated within the State of Hawai‘i. Another measure, Senate Bill 1 seeks to provide stronger, clearer protections for reproductive health care services, and increases access to those services.

Maui Surf Forecast for March 23, 2023

Surf is expected to remain below the High Surf Advisory criteria along all shorelines through this weekend. A fetch of strong easterly winds just upstream of...

The Shops at Wailea presents Paula Fuga at Ke Kai Hone O Wailea, March 31

The Shops at Wailea hosts their monthly concert series, Ke Kani Hone O Wailea, headlined by multi Nā Hōkū Hanohano award-winner, Paula Fuga on Friday, March 31, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. At the concert, residents and visiting patrons will have the opportunity to interact with the Maui Humane Society, make a donation and even adopt a pet.  Acclaimed for […]

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Kauai Weather Forecast for March 23, 2023

Light winds and humid conditions will prevail through Friday as a trough stalls and gradually weakens near Kauai and Oahu. The trough will bring the potential...

Kauai Surf Forecast for March 23, 2023

Surf is expected to remain below the High Surf Advisory criteria along all shorelines through this weekend. A fetch of strong easterly winds just upstream of...

Kauaʻi County offices close March 27 in observance of Prince Kūhiō Day

Refuse transfer stations and the Kekaha landfill will be closed for the holiday on March 26, but will open on March 27.

Gov. Green signs first bills into law — about felony prosecutions, reproductive rights

Gov. Green signs into law two bills that codify conditions under which felony prosecutions can be initiated within the State of Hawai‘i and provide stronger, clearer protections and better access for reproductive health care services.

Hawaiʻi improving services, rights for disabled on Medicaid as mandated by federal law

Now, all states are required to be compliant with the “Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services” settings regulation that was established in 2014.