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Big Island News
Top bartenders to compete during 4th annual Kuleana Rum Works Cocktail Classic
The friendly competition’s goal is to bring the cocktail community together and showcase what island bartenders can do while creating a space where they can show off their creativity and all-around professionalism.
Hawaiian Electric monitors wildfire risks amid wind advisory
The company is in a Public Safety Power Shutoff “watch” condition, meaning that if weather conditions intensify in the next 24 to 48 hours, Hawaiian Electric may proactively shut off power in communities with high exposure to wildfire risk.
State briefs for July 31: New administrator, new jobs projection and projects selected
A quick look at news happening throughout the state.
What you need to know about voting in Hawai‘i County for the Aug. 8 primary election
This year on the Big Island there is not a mayor’s race, but all nine County Council seats are on the ballot.
50-year-old Kauaʻi restaurant Bull Shed expands to Big Island, its first new location
The iconic Bull Shed Restaurant, beloved for over 50 years on Kauaʻi, has expanded to the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel, offering its renowned steaks and seafood alongside new Hawaiʻi Island-inspired dishes.
Motorcyclist in critical condition following collsion in Puna District
The crash occurred in Kea‘au between the Macadamia Nut Road and Kipimana Street intersections on Highway 11.
Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority announces 2026 Community Enrichment Program recipients
Several Big Island organizations among 49 throughout the state selected to receive funding and present authentic experiences for the residents and visitors from July through December.
Wind advisory issued for portions of Hawai‘i Island
The winds on Hawai‘i Island will mostly be felt in its interior, stretching from the north in Kohala to the south in Ka‘ū.
Volcano Watch: A decade of disaster response; mahalo to Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense Administrator Talmadge Magno
Magno, who navigated the Hawaiʻi Island response to volcanic eruptions from multiple volcanoes, the COVID-19 pandemic, fires, earthquakes, tsunami warnings, hurricanes and historic kona low storms, retires effective Aug. 1.
Local Entertainment
Top bartenders to compete during 4th annual Kuleana Rum Works Cocktail Classic
The friendly competition’s goal is to bring the cocktail community together and showcase what island bartenders can do while creating a space where they can show off their creativity and all-around professionalism.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for July 31-Aug. 6: Sensory Summer, ‘Chaperone,’ Back to School Horse Adventure, Jerry Garcia Day and more
There’s plenty to do that will seduce your senses during any event you attend throughout the next week on the Big Island. Check out our top 10 things to do for July 31-Aug. 6 now!
Hawaiʻi County announces Science Night at Keaʻau Armory
The free event will feature activities related to science, technology, engineering and math as well as hands-on experiments, space and astronomy exploration and more.
Ocean Blog
Statewide World Ocean Day event makes waves in effort to cleanup island coasts
July 6, 2026 · 1:00 AM HST
Lost reef recreation because of climate change could cost Hawaiʻi up to $3 billion by beginning of next century
July 5, 2026 · 8:00 AM HST
New study reveals global tuna fishing practices have created risks to the world’s marine protected areas
June 30, 2026 · 3:00 PM HST
Maui Now
Public Safety Power Shutoff watch: Hawaiian Electric monitoring wildfire risk conditions
Hawaiian Electric is monitoring high winds and dry conditions in West Maui, Ōmaʻopio and Pūlehu in Kahului, and areas of Hawaiʻi Island which may lead to an increased risk of wildfires. At this time, the company is in a Public Safety Power Shutoff “watch” condition, meaning that if weather conditions intensify in the next 24 to 48 hours Hawaiian Electric may proactively shut off power in communities with high exposure to wildfire risk.
Hawaiʻi Energy to open EmPOWER Grant applications for small businesses, restaurants and nonprofits
Grants of up to $15,000 will be available for qualifying projects, potentially covering up to 100% of project costs. Applications open Aug. 5, 2026 and will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis.
Wai‘anae man arrested on suspicion of illegally hunting on private lands
The owner of a West O‘ahu ranch contacted DLE Saturday morning to report a group of people hunting on private ranch property without permission. The owner also reported hearing what sounded like numerous gun shots in the area where the suspected illegal hunters were located.
Third person arrested in ongoing investigation into theft of luxury items from Wailea shops
A 17-year-old Lahaina male turned himself in on Thursday, July 30, 2026, in connection with the investigation of an organized retail theft of thousands of dollars in luxury items from Wailea retailers earlier in the week. He was arrested on suspicion of second-degree theft and criminal conspiracy.
Eighth person arrested in ongoing Kāʻanapali riot investigation
On Thursday, July 30, 2026, a 14-year-old Lahaina boy voluntarily turned himself in at the Wailuku Police Station. He was arrested on the suspicion on riot. On Thursday, July 30, 2026, a 14-year-old Lahaina boy voluntarily turned himself in at the Wailuku Police Station. He was arrested on the suspicion on riot.
Kaua‘i Now
University of Hawaiʻi extends fall application deadline
Nine of the university system's campuses — including all 7 community colleges, University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo and University of Hawaiʻi-West Oʻahu — extended their application deadline to Aug. 14; classes begin Aug. 24.
State news in brief for July 31: New administrator, new jobs projection and projects selected
A quick look at news happening throughout the state.
Goodwill schedules next reuse collection event at Kaua‘i Resource Center
Mark your calendars now, as the next monthly event is planned for 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 14 at the facility in Līhu‘e.
Volcano Watch: A decade of disaster response; mahalo to Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense Administrator Talmadge Magno
Magno, who navigated the Hawaiʻi Island response to volcanic eruptions from multiple volcanoes, the COVID-19 pandemic, fires, earthquakes, tsunami warnings, hurricanes and historic kona low storms, retires effective Aug. 1.
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