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Friends of Hakalau Forest celebrate 40 years of conservation success with a gala and live auction, marking decades of habitat restoration and protecting endangered species.
Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge celebrates 40 years of habitat restoration, native species conservation
Friends of Hakalau Forest celebrate 40 years of conservation success with a gala and live auction, marking decades of habitat restoration and protecting endangered species.
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November 30, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Friends of Hakalau Forest celebrate 40 years of conservation success with a gala and live auction, marking decades of habitat restoration and protecting endangered species.
Hawaiian Electric will close the mauka lane of Kuakini Highway near the Hualālai Road intersection overnight from Dec. 3 to Dec. 4 for utility pole replacement.
Hawaiian Electric plans overnight closure on portion of Kuakini Highway in North Kona
Hawaiian Electric will close the mauka lane of Kuakini Highway near the Hualālai Road intersection overnight from Dec. 3 to Dec. 4 for utility pole replacement.
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November 30, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Hawaiian Electric will close the mauka lane of Kuakini Highway near the Hualālai Road intersection overnight from Dec. 3 to Dec. 4 for utility pole replacement.
Volunteers from Ocean Defenders Alliance have collected thousands of feet of fishing lines and pounds of lead from Hawaiʻi's coastlines, showcasing an ongoing effort to preserve marine environments.
Volunteers remove thousands of feet of fishing lines from west, north Hawaiʻi reefs
Volunteers from Ocean Defenders Alliance have collected thousands of feet of fishing lines and pounds of lead from Hawaiʻi's coastlines, showcasing an ongoing effort to preserve marine environments.
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November 30, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Volunteers from Ocean Defenders Alliance have collected thousands of feet of fishing lines and pounds of lead from Hawaiʻi's coastlines, showcasing an ongoing effort to preserve marine environments.
U.S. Postal Service encourages members of the public to follow the agency's online holiday hub for all of their holiday shipping information.
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#BigIslandNow #BigIslandNews #HawaiiNews #USPostalService #USPS #ReadyfortheHolidays #HolidayMail #Holidays2025
Modernization, upgrades improve readiness to deliver on holiday mail, shipping needs
U.S. Postal Service encourages members of the public to follow the agency's online holiday hub for all of their holiday shipping information.
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November 30, 2025 at 1:00 PM
U.S. Postal Service encourages members of the public to follow the agency's online holiday hub for all of their holiday shipping information.
#BigIslandNow #BigIslandNews #HawaiiNews #USPostalService #USPS #ReadyfortheHolidays #HolidayMail #Holidays2025
#BigIslandNow #BigIslandNews #HawaiiNews #USPostalService #USPS #ReadyfortheHolidays #HolidayMail #Holidays2025
Hawai'i Police Department says to avoid the area between Waiānuenue Avenue and Haili Street for at least the next 6 hours.
#BigIslandNow #BigIslandNews #DowntownHilo #StructureFires #HawaiiFireDepartment #BetweenWaianuenueandHaili #KinooleStreet
#BigIslandNow #BigIslandNews #DowntownHilo #StructureFires #HawaiiFireDepartment #BetweenWaianuenueandHaili #KinooleStreet
Police: Public should avoid Kino‘ole Street in downtown Hilo because of structure fires
Hawai'i Police Department says to avoid the area between Waiānuenue Avenue and Haili Street for at least the next 6 hours.
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November 30, 2025 at 12:33 PM
Hawai'i Police Department says to avoid the area between Waiānuenue Avenue and Haili Street for at least the next 6 hours.
#BigIslandNow #BigIslandNews #DowntownHilo #StructureFires #HawaiiFireDepartment #BetweenWaianuenueandHaili #KinooleStreet
#BigIslandNow #BigIslandNews #DowntownHilo #StructureFires #HawaiiFireDepartment #BetweenWaianuenueandHaili #KinooleStreet
A utility pole is down near the 23-mile marker in Volcano. Utility crews are responding.
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Police advise public to avoid portion of Highway 11 for next several hours
A utility pole is down near the 23-mile marker in Volcano. Utility crews are responding.
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November 30, 2025 at 6:19 AM
A utility pole is down near the 23-mile marker in Volcano. Utility crews are responding.
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#BigIslandNow #BigIslandNews #HawaiiPoliceDepartment #Highway11 #Near23MileMarker #Volcano #UtilityCrewsResponding
Free Zoom event Dec. 12 will feature several officials discussing how to improve the state's resilience and self-sufficiency.
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#BigIslandNow #BigIslandNews #BigIslandNonprofit #PublicPanelDiscussion #ThinkBIG #OpportunitiestoEnableFoodandEnergySecurity
Panel to discuss federal changes impacting Hawai‘i food, energy security and how to respond
Free Zoom event Dec. 12 will feature several officials discussing how to improve the state's resilience and self-sufficiency.
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November 30, 2025 at 3:45 AM
Free Zoom event Dec. 12 will feature several officials discussing how to improve the state's resilience and self-sufficiency.
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#BigIslandNow #BigIslandNews #BigIslandNonprofit #PublicPanelDiscussion #ThinkBIG #OpportunitiestoEnableFoodandEnergySecurity
The funds will support Hawai‘i Island Adult Care's Kūpuna in Need program, which helps subsidize services for community members who need extra assistance.
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#BigIslandNow #BigIslandNews #HFSFederalCreditUnion #Fundraiser #HawaiiIslandAdultCare #Donation #Kupuna
HFS Federal Credit Union raises $25K for Big Island kūpuna and Hawai‘i Island Adult Care
The funds will support Hawai‘i Island Adult Care's Kūpuna in Need program, which helps subsidize services for community members who need extra assistance.
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November 29, 2025 at 11:00 PM
The funds will support Hawai‘i Island Adult Care's Kūpuna in Need program, which helps subsidize services for community members who need extra assistance.
#BigIslandNow #BigIslandNews #HFSFederalCreditUnion #Fundraiser #HawaiiIslandAdultCare #Donation #Kupuna
#BigIslandNow #BigIslandNews #HFSFederalCreditUnion #Fundraiser #HawaiiIslandAdultCare #Donation #Kupuna
Outdoor siren and Emergency Alert System test is scheduled for 11:45 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 1, reminding residents to think about response to real emergencies.
Monthly statewide siren test, audio broadcast segment is scheduled for Monday
Outdoor siren and Emergency Alert System test is scheduled for 11:45 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 1, reminding residents to think about response to real emergencies.
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November 29, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Outdoor siren and Emergency Alert System test is scheduled for 11:45 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 1, reminding residents to think about response to real emergencies.
The forecast calls for an extra large long-period northwest swell to rapidly build Saturday afternoon and peak later tonight into Sunday morning.
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High surf warning for west shores of Big Island from 6 p.m. Saturday to noon Monday
Dangerously large breaking waves are expected to build to 15 to 20 feet along exposed west-facing shores of the Big Island.
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November 29, 2025 at 4:27 PM
The forecast calls for an extra large long-period northwest swell to rapidly build Saturday afternoon and peak later tonight into Sunday morning.
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The 1975 Kalapana earthquake has ultimately changed the understanding of Kīlauea’s south flank, and the hazards associated with its movement.
Volcano Watch: The legacy of the 1975 earthquake, 50 years of study at Kīlauea’s south flank
The 1975 Kalapana earthquake has ultimately changed the understanding of Kīlauea’s south flank, and the hazards associated with its movement.
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November 29, 2025 at 3:00 PM
The 1975 Kalapana earthquake has ultimately changed the understanding of Kīlauea’s south flank, and the hazards associated with its movement.
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting.
14 lane closures scheduled during week of Nov. 29 to Dec. 5 on Big Island state roadways
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting.
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November 29, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting.
In response to the federal shutdown, Hawaiʻi Island communities united with aloha to support over 6,000 families through 14 grassroots distribution sites by giving out necessities to those in need.
Nearly 500 volunteers mobilized during federal shutdown
In response to the federal shutdown, Hawaiʻi Island communities united with aloha to support over 6,000 families through 14 grassroots distribution sites by giving out necessities to those in need.
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November 29, 2025 at 11:00 AM
In response to the federal shutdown, Hawaiʻi Island communities united with aloha to support over 6,000 families through 14 grassroots distribution sites by giving out necessities to those in need.
A second skunk captured in Hilo this month raises concerns of invasive species that hitchhike on cargo ships and may impact the state's rabies-free status and wildlife.
Agriculture inspectors in Hilo capture second skunk this month
A second skunk captured in Hilo this month raises concerns of invasive species that hitchhike on cargo ships and may impact the state's rabies-free status and wildlife.
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November 29, 2025 at 4:30 AM
A second skunk captured in Hilo this month raises concerns of invasive species that hitchhike on cargo ships and may impact the state's rabies-free status and wildlife.
Forty-year-old Joseph Davis is scheduled to make his initial appearance in Hilo District Court Friday morning for the shooting death of a 52-year-old earlier this week in the parking lot of the Mountain View Mini Mart.
40-year-old charged with murder for shooting a man in Mountain View parking lot
The shooting victim has been identified as 52-year-old John Marshall Marrou, of Volcano.
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November 28, 2025 at 3:17 PM
Forty-year-old Joseph Davis is scheduled to make his initial appearance in Hilo District Court Friday morning for the shooting death of a 52-year-old earlier this week in the parking lot of the Mountain View Mini Mart.
$8 million project will double the Hawaiʻi Department of Accounting and General Services workspace in the Hāmākua community and increase productivity for North Hawaiʻi
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#BigIslandNow #BigIslandNews #HawaiiDepartmentofAccountingandGeneralServices #NewBaseYard #Honokaa #Groundbreaking
DAGS getting new digs in Honokaʻa
$8 million project will double the Hawaiʻi Department of Accounting and General Services workspace in the Hāmākua community and increase productivity for North Hawaiʻi
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November 28, 2025 at 1:00 AM
$8 million project will double the Hawaiʻi Department of Accounting and General Services workspace in the Hāmākua community and increase productivity for North Hawaiʻi
#BigIslandNow #BigIslandNews #HawaiiDepartmentofAccountingandGeneralServices #NewBaseYard #Honokaa #Groundbreaking
#BigIslandNow #BigIslandNews #HawaiiDepartmentofAccountingandGeneralServices #NewBaseYard #Honokaa #Groundbreaking
The event highlighted the HOPE Services Hawai‘i mission to make homelessness rare, brief and nonrecurring on Hawai’i Island through a comprehensive, compassionate approach.
#BigIslandNow #BigIslandNews #2025HomelessLuncheon #HOPEServicesHawaii #HubofSupport #Community #Connection #EssentialServices
#BigIslandNow #BigIslandNews #2025HomelessLuncheon #HOPEServicesHawaii #HubofSupport #Community #Connection #EssentialServices
HOPE Services hosts annual lunch for East Hawai‘i residents experiencing homelessness
The event highlighted the HOPE Services Hawai‘i mission to make homelessness rare, brief and nonrecurring on Hawai’i Island through a comprehensive, compassionate approach.
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November 27, 2025 at 6:00 PM
The event highlighted the HOPE Services Hawai‘i mission to make homelessness rare, brief and nonrecurring on Hawai’i Island through a comprehensive, compassionate approach.
#BigIslandNow #BigIslandNews #2025HomelessLuncheon #HOPEServicesHawaii #HubofSupport #Community #Connection #EssentialServices
#BigIslandNow #BigIslandNews #2025HomelessLuncheon #HOPEServicesHawaii #HubofSupport #Community #Connection #EssentialServices
Sixth grade students organized a food distribution event from front to back in two weeks as a way to give back before Thanksgiving.
St. Joseph students learn lessons in giving back through a food drive for federal workers
Sixth grade students organized a food distribution event from front to back in two weeks as a way to give back before Thanksgiving.
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November 27, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Sixth grade students organized a food distribution event from front to back in two weeks as a way to give back before Thanksgiving.
From Chef Choy’s kitchen to the firehouse table — Choy and Walmart are spreading Thanksgiving cheer.
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Chef Sam Choy and Walmart team up to feed firefighters on Thanksgiving
Renowned Chef Sam Choy, in collaboration with Kona Walmart, will provide home-cooked Thanksgiving meals to two local fire stations as a heartfelt tribute to West Side firefighters this Thursday.
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November 26, 2025 at 11:00 PM
From Chef Choy’s kitchen to the firehouse table — Choy and Walmart are spreading Thanksgiving cheer.
#HappyThanksgiving
#Walmart
#HappyThanksgiving
#Walmart
Kuʻikahi Mediation Center celebrates a record-breaking fundraiser, gathering nearly $60,000 to support their vital mediation services and peace-building efforts on Hawaiʻi Island
Kuʻikahi Mediation Center to continue building bridges across the community
Kuʻikahi Mediation Center celebrates a record-breaking fundraiser, gathering nearly $60,000 to support their vital mediation services and peace-building efforts on Hawaiʻi Island
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November 26, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Kuʻikahi Mediation Center celebrates a record-breaking fundraiser, gathering nearly $60,000 to support their vital mediation services and peace-building efforts on Hawaiʻi Island
U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda and U.S. Rep. Ed Case have each put out their own survey, which they want their constituents to fill out to better understand priorities for 2026.
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Hawaiʻi’s U.S. representatives Tokuda, Case want to hear from public about priorities entering 2026
U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda and U.S. Rep. Ed Case have each put out their own survey, which they want their constituents to fill out to better understand priorities for 2026.
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November 26, 2025 at 7:00 PM
U.S. Rep. Jill Tokuda and U.S. Rep. Ed Case have each put out their own survey, which they want their constituents to fill out to better understand priorities for 2026.
#JillTokuda
#EdCase
#JillTokuda
#EdCase
Nearly 500 people reported they felt the magnitude 4.6 earthquake that struck the Big Island just before midnight on Tuesday.
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Magnitude 4.6 earthquake strikes Big Island right after abrupt ending of Kīlauea eruption
The tremor followed the end of episode 37 lava fountaining on Kīlauea by 10 minutes, but does not appear directly related to the eruption, the U.S. Geological Survey said.
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November 26, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Nearly 500 people reported they felt the magnitude 4.6 earthquake that struck the Big Island just before midnight on Tuesday.
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Community members can pick up meals starting at 9:30 a.m. Come early, as food typically runs out within one to two hours of opening the pickup window.
Tradition of Thanksgiving community meals continues with third ownership of Kona restaurant
Community members in the Kona area can pick up Thanksgiving meals starting at 9:30 a.m., but come early because the food usually runs out in less than two hours.
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November 26, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Community members can pick up meals starting at 9:30 a.m. Come early, as food typically runs out within one to two hours of opening the pickup window.
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Anne Lopez is part of a bipartisan coalition trying to pressure Shopify into doing more to stop companies from illegally selling e-cigarettes and other tobacco products on their e-commerce platform.
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Hawai’i Attorney General joins bipartisan coalition calling on Shopify to crackdown on e-cigarettes
The coalition highlights that a more comprehensive solution is necessary because merchants continue to use Shopify’s services to sell illegal e-cigarettes.
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November 26, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Hawaiʻi Attorney General Anne Lopez is part of a bipartisan coalition trying to pressure Shopify into doing more to stop companies from illegally selling e-cigarettes and other tobacco products on their e-commerce platform.
#Shopify
#Ecigarettes
#Shopify
#Ecigarettes
Much like seismic waves reveal Earth’s inner layers, these stellar vibrations gave scientists a rare glimpse beneath the star’s surface.
UH astronomers reveal history of red giant through ‘stellar vibrations’
Much like seismic waves reveal Earth’s inner layers, these stellar vibrations gave scientists a rare glimpse beneath the star’s surface.
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November 26, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Much like seismic waves reveal Earth’s inner layers, these stellar vibrations gave scientists a rare glimpse beneath the star’s surface.