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School destroyed by 2018 Kīlauea eruption trying to raise $2 million for permanent location
After losing their school during the 2018 lava flow, Kua O Ka Lā Public Charter School is looking to raise $2 million to buy land and stabilize their new campus at Nani Mau Gardens in Hilo.September 3, 2023 · 9:21 AM HST
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NewsUpdate: Transgender man previously reported as missing found in Rhode Island
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September 3, 2023 · 5:00 AM
Hawai‘i County invites public participation in General Plan review, update
This comprehensive review, initiated in 2015 by the Planning Department, sought input from the island-wide community, stakeholders, numerous County and State agencies, Community Development Plan Action Committees, and the Hawai’i County Council.
September 3, 2023 · 4:00 AM
Kona Dance and Performing Arts to host a weekend of dance classes with the pros
Kona Dance and Performing Arts presents a weekend of dance workshops with world-renowned teaching artists Roman Vasquez and Charlene Rose, offering a variety of classes for students aged 13 and up.
September 3, 2023 · 2:00 AM
Humanity Hale raises nearly $7K for Hawai‘i youth through ‘Fuel Up. Do Good.’ program
A total of $6,801.48 was raised from car washes and support from Ohana Fuels’ ʻFuel Up. Do Good.’ program, which is offered at more than eight Hawai‘i Island Ohana Fuels locations.
September 3, 2023 · 1:00 AM
Big Island Now No. 25 poll results: Whether above or below the surf, poll reveals love for all forms of ocean recreation
One person indicated in the comments that fishing was their favorite activity. They wrote: “I have been fishing most of my life. But always in fresh water. A(n) all new experience here, there is much to learn. I’m enjoying it.”
September 3, 2023 · 1:00 AM
School destroyed by 2018 Kīlauea eruption trying to raise $2 million for permanent location
After losing their school during the 2018 lava flow, Kua O Ka Lā Public Charter School is looking to raise $2 million to buy land and stabilize their new campus at Nani Mau Gardens in Hilo.
September 3, 2023 · 1:00 AM
Maui’s Team Wailea captures 2 wins during iconic annual Queen Lili‘uokalani Long Distance Canoe Race in Kona
Returning champion team Wailea won the men’s overall title in the 50th Anniversary of the Queen Lili’uokalani 18-mile race from Kailua Bay to Hōnaunau Race on Saturday.
September 2, 2023 · 4:00 PM
System off southern Mexico coast has good chance of becoming tropical depression
It’s still way too early to tell if it could have any impacts on the Hawaiian Islands.
September 2, 2023 · 3:18 PM
Update: Transgender man previously reported as missing found in Rhode Island
Reign Walker was last seen May 19 in Hilo on the Big Island. Police reported Sept. 2 that the transgender man was found in good health on the mainland.
September 2, 2023 · 3:00 PM
Elevated unrest continues in Kīlauea summit area
The Big Island volcano is not erupting, but increased seismic activity continues in an area south of the caldera.
September 2, 2023 · 2:00 PM
Big Island residents urged to stay fire safe during long Labor Day weekend
The appeal follows a since-expired red flag warning issued for leeward portions of the island Aug. 31. Despite the warning’s end, persistent weather conditions in leeward areas continue to pose a threat for brush fires.
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Kanikapila Monthly Concert Series
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August 30, 2023 · 8:48 AM HST
Kona Dance and Performing Arts to host a weekend of dance classes with the pros
Kona Dance and Performing Arts presents a weekend of dance workshops with world-renowned teaching artists Roman Vasquez and Charlene Rose, offering a variety of classes for students aged 13 and up.
September 2, 2023 · 11:17 AM HST
Maui Ola Benefit Concert Series continues with performance by The Green
After raising over $1 million for Maui relief, Maui Ola will return with a series of benefit concerts- donating all proceeds to those impacted by Mauiʻs devastating wildfires.
August 31, 2023 · 4:56 PM HST
This is Hilo Idol: New singing competition opening doors for Big Island talent
Hilo Idol, is creating a platform — a literal stage — for exposure, cross-promotion and being part of reconnecting, re-establishing and reinvigorating the community in a still-waking post-COVID world.
August 30, 2023 · 4:04 PM HST
Top 20 things to do on Big Island Aug. 31-Sept. 6: Queen Lili‘uokalani Canoe Race, Maui Love Benefit Concert, Parker Ranch Labor Day Scholarship Rodeo and much more
Aside from the 50th annual Queen Lili‘uokalani Canoe Race, this week’s events include support for people impacted by the deadly wildfires on Maui comprising of a benefit concert and a vigil, to more live music.
August 25, 2023 · 5:52 PM HST
Tanabata festival returns to ‘Imiloa in Hilo for first time since 2019, drawing thousands
The festival at the Big Island astronomy center featured special planetarium shows, Japanese crafts and traditional games, bon dance lessons, taiko performances, entertainment, ʻono food and more.
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Power restored for some businesses in West Maui; Temporary poles aid in restoration
As the Maui community discusses what the future of its energy delivery system will look like, overhead poles are being used as an interim solution in order for customers in Lahaina to safely receive electricity.
September 3, 2023 · 11:14 AM HST
State Public Charter School Commission accepting applications for Pre-K-only charter schools
The Hawaiʻi State Public Charter School Commission is accepting applications for Pre-K-only charter schools from organizations that have an established early learning program.
September 3, 2023 · 10:19 AM HST
Feline, Finn, reunited with his family after Lahaina fires
“I cried everyday feeling guilty I couldn’t break down the door to save them,” Finn’s owner, Danielle told the Maui Humane Society. Since Maui Humane Society has received access into the burn zone, the organization has brought back more than 90 animals to the shelter and have had more than 20 of those animals reunited with their families.
September 3, 2023 · 8:57 AM HST
$390,000+ raised for Maui’s restaurant, bar and hospitality workers
More than $390,000 has been raised for the Kokua Restaurant & Hospitality Fund for restaurant, bar and hospitality workers displaced by the devastating Maui wildfires.
September 3, 2023 · 8:03 AM HST
Kaiser Permanente welcomes new doctor to Maui Memorial Medical Center
Kaiser Permanente Hawaiʻi announced the hire of four new doctors to its staff of more than 700 health care providers in the state, including one member who joins the team at Maui Memorial Medical Center in Wailuku.
September 3, 2023 · 7:44 AM HST
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Kauai Weather Forecast for September 03, 2023
Winds will decrease and become variable daytime sea breezes and nighttime land breezes by Labor Day. Limited moisture and instability will cap rainfall as it…
September 3, 2023 · 7:30 AM HST
Kauai Surf Forecast for September 03, 2023
South shore surf will remain small today before a moderate south to south-southwest swell is expected to slowly fill in Monday, peak late Monday night into…
September 3, 2023 · 7:00 AM HST
UH medical students meet leaders of Kauaʻi health care community
The students, part of Kauaʻi Medical Training Track program, kicked off their first year Aug. 18 during an event at The Plantation House by Gaylords.
September 3, 2023 · 4:00 AM HST
Partial lane closures to be implemented along Pu‘uwai Road in Kalāheo
Residents, pedestrians and motorists are advised to adhere to flaggers, who will be on-site to assist with traffic flow.
September 3, 2023 · 2:00 AM HST
Outrigger adds Kaua‘i Beach Resort in Līhu‘e to portfolio
The resort is spread across 25 acres of beachfront property with 350 guest rooms offering ocean views.
September 3, 2023 · 1:00 AM HST