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Minor coastal flooding still possible through today around Big Island
Combination of peaking monthly high tides and elevated water levels have continued to make afternoon high tides exceed height predictions by about a half-foot since Monday, with that trend not expected to change until this weekend.
UH-Hilo senior to embark on an expedition to unknown depths of the ocean
Hayden Niles will join experts on a research vessel and will utilize advanced mapping systems to explore uncharted ocean habitats surrounding the Marshall Islands for 21 days beginning on Sunday.
Volcano Watch: Ancient volcanoes are critical to our modern world
‘Critical elements’ such as lithium, nickel, magnesium, platinum, iridium and rare earth elements, among others, have become important for our everyday lives — used in everything from solar panels, batteries and vehicles to power plants, medical devices and smartphones — and more than half of these resources formed in ancient volcanic systems.
Hōkūleʻa and Hikianalia return to Papeʻetē to rest, replenish and ready
Traditional double-hulled voyaging canoes have been back in Tahitian capital since July 14 preparing for the next leg of their Moananuiākea Voyage; stop also allowed for crew rotation before continuing their epic circumnavigation of the Pacific Ocean.
Hawai‘i families urged to apply for SUN Bucks food assistance before August deadline
The program — a joint effort between Hawai‘i and U.S. Department of Agriculture — is aimed at bridging a gap in nutrition many keiki throughout the islands experience during their summer break from school.
Kealakehe Police Station public phone line experiencing technical difficulties
Community members who need to reach the station for non-emergency reasons are asked to call Hawai‘i Police Department’s non-emergency line at 808-935-3311. Call 9-1-1 in the event of an emergency.
Big Island mother wanted in custodial interference case, 6-year-old daughter found safe in Arizona
Violet Coultas was is under the care of Arizona Department of Child Safety while her mother Sarah Coultas of Pa‘auilo remains in custody, pending extradition to Hawai‘i. They were located in Cottonwood, Ariz., about 100 miles north of Phoenix.
Make an Impact: Hawaiʻi County grant program aimed at driving positive change
Nonprofits pursuing projects that strengthen the Big Island’s future are invited to apply for fiscal year 2025-26 Impact Grants program funding.
Wheels on buses should be going round and round on more routes to start new school year
While the situation has improved statewide compared with before the 2024-25 school year, 4 of the 9 school bus routes throughout the state still suspended are on the Big Island. Fortunately, offiicials report new drivers are being trained.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for July 25-31: Grand Slam, Experience Volcano, Lā Hoʻihoʻi Ea Celebration and Summer Jam, plus more
This is a week when each of the top 10 things to do on the Big Island has a vibe — a personality — all its own. A unique signature, if you will, the others don’t necessarily share or emulate. Check them out now to see for yourself!
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Top 10 things to do on Big Island for July 25-31: Grand Slam, Experience Volcano, Lā Hoʻihoʻi Ea Celebration and Summer Jam, plus more
This is a week when each of the top 10 things to do on the Big Island has a vibe — a personality — all its own. A unique signature, if you will, the others don’t necessarily share or emulate. Check them out now to see for yourself!
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for July 18-24: ‘Cabaret,’ Drag In July, Relay For Life, Pokémon Day, jazz, plus more
There’s a ton of stuff happening this weekend and heading into the end of the month. We wanted to make sure we brought you some of the best, in our opinion. So take a look and check out what we came up with for this week’s top 10!
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for July 11-17: Women’s Ministry Group Rummage Sale, Hilo Brewfest, Hilo Hawaiian Music Festival and more
Often included in the top 10 are big ticket events, festivals and activites; this week’s does, too, but we wanted to make sure you, our awesome readers, knew about a somewhat smaller event that is just as big based on its purpose. Check out the top 10 now!
Grab your fishing pole: 27th annual ‘Ohana Shoreline Fishing Tournament is this August
Hawai‘i County Parks and Recreation invites Big Island anglers to cast a few lines from Aug. 15-17 for a chance to win some great prizes and awards while enjoying their favorite pastime and family fun.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for July 4-10: Plenty of family fun planned for 4th of July
The Big Island has you covered in abundance when it comes to festivities in observance of the patriotic holiday, from annual rodeo and horse races in Waimea to the main events — ‘rocket’s red glare’ and ‘bombs bursting in air’ during professional fireworks shows over Hilo Bay and Kailua Bay. Check out this week’s top 10 for all the details.
Ocean Blog
Tsunami watch issued for Hawai‘i, canceled less than an hour later after large quake off Russian coast
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Maui Now
Raising Cane’s ‘Stuff Da Bus’ school supply drive set for Saturday to help keiki in need
Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers is teaming up with Maui United Way in a “Stuff Da Bus” back-to-school supply drive from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at its Kahului location, 176 Ho’okele St. The event will benefit keiki in need. KISS FM 99.9 DJ Ed Kanoi is set to be there as well. “Maui’s keiki […]
Free CRB workshop for Molokaʻi community set July 29
To build Molokaʻi’s capacity to detect and prevent the spread of the invasive coconut rhinoceros beetle (CRB), the County of Maui Department of Agriculture and CRB Response are holding a free workshop Tuesday, July 29, 2025, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at One Ali‘i Park Pavilion, Kaunakakai.
DOE seeks public input on Baldwin High School master plan improvements
Public input is being sought on a state Department of Education’s master plan improvements for Baldwin High School, including sports facilities and classrooms on 42 acres in Wailuku. Proposed master plan improvements include construction of athletic facilities, including locker rooms, a weight room, a training room, track and practice field, and four physical education classrooms. […]
Kaua‘i Now
Café in Kapa‘a damaged in early morning fire
According to a Kaua‘i County press release, Kaua‘i Fire Department was dispatched to a fire at Olympic Café on Kūhiō Highway shortly after 3:45 a.m.
Texas visitors rescued from Kalalau Trail
When they arrived at Kalalau Beach, crews found 44-year-old and 45-year-old visitors complaining of an alleged ankle injury and alleged heatstroke.
County: All residential trash not collected earlier this week to be picked up this morning
The announcement follows several days of staffing issues, causing collection services to first be delayed and eventually escalated to not being collected at all — leaving trash piling up at homes in several communities.
Volcano Watch: Ancient volcanoes are critical to our modern world
'Critical elements' such as lithium, nickel, magnesium, platinum, iridium and rare earth elements, among others, have become important for our everyday lives — used in everything from solar panels, batteries and vehicles to power plants, medical devices and smartphones — and more than half of these resources formed in ancient volcanic systems.
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