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Upcoming biennial Hawai‘i Agriculture Conference bringing industry leaders together in Waikōloa
Industry leaders will gather to learn how they can contribute to the success of agriculture and food production across the islands.
Papahānaumokuākea and Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale sanctuaries seek advisory council applicants
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary is seeking to fill 13 primary and 11 alternate seats on its advisory council, while Papahānaumokuākea National Marine Sanctuary is seeking applicants for eight primary and five alternate seats.
3 open seats on Hawai‘i County Council up for grabs in General Election on Nov. 3
Jon Henricks, Hawai‘i County clerk, said all Council Members, regardless of tenure, take the oath of office during the Inauguration ceremony, which will be held at noon on Dec. 7.
After 40 years of ocean exploration, Pisces V will embark on its final mission at Bishop Museum
The deep-sea, three-person submersible revolutionized oceanography and made more dives of Hawaiʻi’s active underwater volcano than any other vessel.
Hawai‘i Wildlife Center celebrates Bat Week with a call to protect the endangered native species
Despite being rarely seen, the Hawaiian horary bat plays an important role in the islands’ ecosystems by contributing to the health and balance of the environment.
Pāhoa man arrested for desecrating historic Star of the Sea Painted Church
A 58-year-old was arrested for breaking two stained glass windows, smashing statues of Catholic saints and stealing a crystal cross that was later found shattered.
Hawaiian Electric expands Hawai‘i Island drone inspections for wildfire safety
Weekday drone inspections of electrical infrastructure began began this week in South Kona and Waimea and will continue through November in other areas.
Volcano Watch: A look back at recent Kīlauea eruptions and intrusions
Scientists say Kīlauea since 2018 has been busy with eruptions and intrusions, which is part of the normal dynamic behavior at the volcano.
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Free ʻIkuwā Festival in Hilo honors interconnectedness of land, sea, sky and communities
This year’s theme is “A manu o uka, a manu o kai.” It translates to “The bird of the upland, the bird of the sea,” a line from the chant Ia Waʻa Nui.
Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Oct. 16-22: Niʻaulani Forest Fair, Haloholoween Fall Fest and Pumpkin Patch, A Taste of Hilo and more
The Big Island comes through once again with activities and events during the upcoming week that will satisfy all of your treat requests plus some you might not even know you’re craving until you see them.
Big Island, Kaua‘i residents invited by Salvation Army to enjoy lush harmonies while lending a hand
Those who attend this year’s 29th annual Hawaiian Slack Key Guitar Festival also can lend a hand by offering monetary or food donations to help support Kona and Līhuʻe Corps community services, such as food pantries and holiday assistance, that directly benefit neighbors in need.
‘Celebrate Service’: Aloha, music, community spirit to once again take center stage at annual Hawaiʻi Island Veterans Day Parade
Come “Celebrate Service” and honor military veterans and their families while celebrating the many people and organizations who care for the island everyday during the 19th annual Veterans Day parade Nov. 7 in Hilo.
Ocean Blog
Papahānaumokuākea and Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale sanctuaries seek advisory council applicants
Oct. 24, 2026 · 7:00 AM HST
Hilo Bay team has been busy keeping Dewy the buoy operational this active hurricane season
Oct. 7, 2026 · 3:00 AM HST
Hurricane Lowell triggers second payout of unique Hawaiʻi reef insurance, 3 weeks after Lala
Sept. 16, 2026 · 1:00 PM HST
Maui Now
Rotary Club of Wailuku to sponsor Flags for our Heroes, Nov. 7-8
Flags for Our Heroes, a community patriotic tribute organized by the Rotary Club of Wailuku, takes place Nov. 7–8, 2026, at the Maui Tropical Plantation Front Field.
HVO Volcano Watch — A look back at recent Kīlauea eruptions and intrusions
A caldera intrusion from Sept. 30 to Oct. 1, amidst the ongoing episodic lava fountaining eruption at Kīlauea summit, has a lot of people wondering what will come next.
House of Representatives now accepting applications for the 2027 Legislative Session
The House of Representatives welcomes applications for various staff roles during the 2027 Legislative Session. These positions include legislative aide, committee clerk/researcher, program budget analyst, data-entry clerk, receptionist, service aide, support staff for remote hearings, legislative attorney and more.
Council advances ethics bill; committee backs first comprehensive lobbyist rules for Maui County
A Maui County Council committee on Tuesday voted 9-0 to recommend passage of a bill that would require paid lobbyists to register with the county and publicly report their spending. The measure would bring Maui County in line with the rest of Hawaiʻi.
Kaua‘i Now
Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale and Papahānaumokuākea sanctuaries seek advisory council members
The Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary is seeking to fill 13 primary and 11 alternate seats on its advisory council, while Papahānaumokuākea National Marine Sanctuary is seeking applicants for eight primary and five alternate seats.
What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Oct. 24 about Hurricane Lowell recovery
Here is up-to-date information about recovery efforts and resources from Hurricane Lowell.
University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center receives $2.5M from Hemsley Charitable Trust to expand care statewide
Funding from the Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust advances the Ka ʻUmeke Lama initiative and establishes Hawaiʻi’s first in-state oncology fellowship.
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