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As of this morning, Halemaʻumaʻu continues to be quiet with passive outgassing plumes rising from the north and south vents.

Kīlauea showing signs of upcoming eruptive episode

As of this morning, Halemaʻumaʻu continues to be quiet with passive outgassing plumes rising from the north and south vents.

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Big Island Now @bigislandnow.com · 7h

Celebrate 100 years of resilience, community, and artistry at Hilo's iconic Palace Theater, where the centennial festivities from October 23-26 offer a vibrant mix of performance art for all audiences to enjoy.

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Hilo’s iconic Palace Theater celebrates 100 years, showcasing every era of performances

Celebrate 100 years of resilience, community, and artistry at Hilo's iconic Palace Theater, where the centennial festivities from October 23-26 offer a vibrant mix of performance art for all audiences to enjoy.

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Big Island Now @bigislandnow.com · 9h

Several opportunities abound for ghouls and goblins of all ages to come out for some frightfully fun times on the Big Island during the next week.

Check out this week's top 10 now!

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Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Oct. 17-23: Spooky season arrives with Monster Mash fun run, Monster Bash, ‘Young Frankenstein,’ ‘Rocky Horror Show’ and more

Several opportunities abound for ghouls and goblins of all ages to come out for some frightfully fun times on the Big Island during the next week. Check out this week's top 10 now!

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The lyrics of traditional Okinawan songs were found to record past climate and geological history of the Ryukyu Islands, now called Okinawa Prefecture, in Japan, according to a new study by a University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa Earth scientist and fellow Ryukyuan music practitioners.

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University of Hawaiʻi study uncovers centuries of climate, geological history through Okinawan songs

The lyrics of traditional Okinawan songs were found to record past climate and geological history of the Ryukyu Islands, now called Okinawa Prefecture, in Japan, according to a new study by a University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa Earth scientist and fellow Ryukyuan music practitioners.

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Big Island Now @bigislandnow.com · 21h

This increase in annual revenue is necessary to account for investments made to maintain and strengthen the Waikōloa Resort and Village water and wastewater systems, inflation, and operating cost increases.

Hawai‘i Public Utilities Commission approves water rate increase for Waikōloa area

This increase in annual revenue is necessary to account for investments made to maintain and strengthen the Waikōloa Resort and Village water and wastewater systems, inflation, and operating cost increases.

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Big Island Now @bigislandnow.com · 23h

Motorists are advised to use alternate routes and drive with caution when approaching the work zones.

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Hawaiian Electric pole replacement work causes partial road closures in Kona

Motorists are advised to use alternate routes and drive with caution when approaching the work zones.

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This procedural change signifies the end of Hawaiian's independent operations as the company merges with Alaska Airlines.

Hawaiian Airlines final flight with HA callsign scheduled for end of October

This procedural change signifies the end of Hawaiian's independent operations as the company merges with Alaska Airlines.

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New York Attorney General Letitia James prosecuted President Donald Trump for years of business fraud and illegal dealings.

Hawai‘i State Attorney General joins in coalition condemning retaliation prosecution of New York State AG James

New York Attorney General Letitia James prosecuted President Donald Trump for years of business fraud and illegal dealings.

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Hawai‘i County's Department of Water Supply is asking customers to reduce water use by at least 10%.

Drought conditions prompt water conservation notice in South Kohala

Hawai‘i County's Department of Water Supply is asking customers to reduce water use by at least 10%.

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Members of the health care union Unite Here Local 5 chapter will be striking at the Kona and Hilo clinics starting today at 7:30 a.m. and will continue through Friday.

Workers at Kona, Hilo Kaiser Permanente clinics to join strike for safer staffing, fair pay

Members of the health care union Unite Here Local 5 chapter will be striking at the Kona and Hilo clinics starting today at 7:30 a.m. and will continue through Friday.

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The County of Hawai‘i Office of Housing and Community Development will host a community meeting on Oct. 23 to share information and gather feedback on the proposed ʻĀinakō Subdivision Housing Project in Hilo.

Public input sought on housing project in Hilo

The County of Hawai‘i Office of Housing and Community Development will host a community meeting on Oct. 23 to share information and gather feedback on the proposed ʻĀinakō Subdivision Housing Project in Hilo.

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The suspect's total bail was set at $592,000. He remains in police custody and is scheduled to make his initial court appearance on Tuesday in Hilo District Court.

Big Island man officially charged following 2 reported armed carjackings over weekend

The suspect's total bail was set at $592,000. He remains in police custody and is scheduled to make his initial court appearance on Tuesday in Hilo District Court.

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Presented by Mana Maoli and sponsored by Hilton Grand Vacations, students in grades 9–12 can submit a song of any genre, from original compositions to covers and mele Hawai‘i, for an opportunity to advance their skills and perform live.

Hawai‘i high school students invited to showcase musical talents through statewide song contest

Presented by Mana Maoli and sponsored by Hilton Grand Vacations, students in grades 9–12 can submit a song of any genre, from original compositions to covers and mele Hawai‘i, for an opportunity to advance their skills and perform live.

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The Alaska Airlines | Hawaiian Airlines Foundation will provide grants to programs focused on celebrating and preserving the unique way of life in Alaska and Hawai‘i.

Alaska, Hawaiian Airlines create foundation to support cultural initiatives

The Alaska Airlines | Hawaiian Airlines Foundation will provide grants to programs focused on celebrating and preserving the unique way of life in Alaska and Hawai‘i.

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Big Island Now @bigislandnow.com · 3d

Hawai‘i airports have not experienced significant impact due primarily to the commitment of federal employees who have been reporting to work, according to Gov. Josh Green's office.

Hawaiʻi officials praise local federal employees for state airports running smoothly during shutdown

Hawai‘i airports have not experienced significant impact due primarily to the commitment of federal employees who have been reporting to work, according to Gov. Josh Green's office.

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According to BizBuySell, 27 businesses, ranging from eateries, shops, custom services and a coffee farm, are on the market. Among them is Hawai‘i's famous Makani's Magic Pineapple Shack, located in historic Downtown Hilo.

Business Monday: Popular acaí bowl shop among 27 turnkey businesses for sale on Big Island

According to BizBuySell, 27 businesses, ranging from eateries, shops, custom services and a coffee farm, are on the market. Among them is Hawai‘i's famous Makani's Magic Pineapple Shack, located in historic Downtown Hilo.

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Big Island Now @bigislandnow.com · 3d

A goal of the hearing is to ensure that Hawaiʻi's farmers, ranchers and the agricultural community have an opportunity to discuss on-the-ground effects of the federal changes.

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Hawaiʻi Senate committees holding briefing on impacts of federal tariffs, cuts on agriculture

A goal is to ensure that Hawaiʻi's farmers, ranchers and the agricultural community have an opportunity to discuss on-the-ground effects of the federal changes.

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The lawmaker will take live questions from participants and address concerns about the federal government shutdown (if still ongoing), the impacts of federal funding cuts, and other pressing issues impacting Hawai‘i residents.

Rep. Tokuda set to hold a statewide telephone town hall on Oct. 16

The lawmaker will take live questions from participants and address concerns about the federal government shutdown (if still ongoing), the impacts of federal funding cuts, and other pressing issues impacting Hawai‘i residents.

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The string of events began Saturday. According to Hawai‘i Island police, dispatch received numerous calls at 4:43 p.m. regarding a reckless driver heading toward Hilo on Highway 11 within the Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park.

Big Island man taken into custody following 2 reported armed carjackings

The string of events began Saturday. According to Hawai‘i Island police, dispatch received numerous calls at 4:43 p.m. regarding a reckless driver heading toward Hilo on Highway 11 within the Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park.

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Big Island Now @bigislandnow.com · 4d

Byron Waller’s is on a mission called “From Patient to Pilot” that aims to inspire young people to chase their dreams no matter the challenges they face.

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15-year-old Australian lands plane at Kona airport during world ‘patient-to-pilot’ flight

Byron Waller’s is on a mission called “From Patient to Pilot” that aims to inspire young people to chase their dreams no matter the challenges they face.

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A study by oceanographers at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa provided the first in-depth look at a poorly understood area of the ocean, revealing a dynamic community that is sensitive to seasonal changes.

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University of Hawaiʻi researchers caution deep-sea mining due to understudied ecosystem

A study by oceanographers at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa provided the first in-depth look at a poorly understood area of the ocean, revealing a dynamic community that is sensitive to seasonal changes.

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The first two Big Island triathletes crossed the finish line before 8 p.m. on Saturday.

Big Island triathletes cross finish line at Ironman World Championship in Kona

The first two Big Island triathletes crossed the finish line before 8 p.m. on Saturday.

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Approximately 1,600 triathletes competing from around the world took to the grueling 140.6-mile course. Waters in Kailua Bay were slightly choppy, highlighted pink as the sun rose over Hualālai.

Photo gallery: Women’s Ironman World Championship descends onto Kailua-Kona

Approximately 1,600 triathletes competing from around the world took to the grueling 140.6-mile course. Waters in Kailua Bay were slightly choppy, highlighted pink as the sun rose over Hualālai.

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Big Island Now @bigislandnow.com · 5d

Get ready to cheer on our local athletes!

8 women from Big Island competing today in Ironman World Championship in Kona

On the eve before the race, the Big Island competitors were excited and hopeful for the day. For most, it will be their first time taking on the grueling 140.6-mile swim-bike-run course.

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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will update the community on the ongoing environmental restoration of the Waikōloa Maneuver Area after over two decades of removal actions on Oct. 15.

Department of Defense holding public meeting about restoration progress of Waikōloa Maneuver Area

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will update the community on the ongoing environmental restoration of the Waikōloa Maneuver Area after over two decades of removal actions on Oct. 15.

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