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The Big Island is invited to help celebrate the 17th birthday for one of Pana'ewa Rainforest Zoo's binturongs — often called "bearcats"; she was born Feb. 9, 2009, at the Hilo zoo.
Happy birthday, Keoki-Ann!
The Big Island is invited to help celebrate the 17th birthday for one of Pana'ewa Rainforest Zoo's binturongs — often called "bearcats"; she was born Feb. 9, 2009, at the Hilo zoo.
bigislandnow.com
February 12, 2026 at 1:00 PM
The Big Island is invited to help celebrate the 17th birthday for one of Pana'ewa Rainforest Zoo's binturongs — often called "bearcats"; she was born Feb. 9, 2009, at the Hilo zoo.
Hawaiian Electric will close part of Māmalahoa Highway to replace a utility pole in Keauhou from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m tonight.
Road closure scheduled on Māmalahoa Highway in Keauhou for utility work
Hawaiian Electric will close a portion of Māmalahoa Highway to replace a utility pole in Keauhou from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m tonight.
bigislandnow.com
February 12, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Hawaiian Electric will close part of Māmalahoa Highway to replace a utility pole in Keauhou from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m tonight.
The electric utility made the move as weather conditions continue to improve; any power outages today were unrelated to the public safety power shutoff program.
Hawaiian Electric ends public safety power shutoff watch the included South Kohala on Big Island
The electric utility made the move as weather conditions continue to improve; any power outages today were unrelated to the public safety power shutoff program.
bigislandnow.com
February 12, 2026 at 4:47 AM
The electric utility made the move as weather conditions continue to improve; any power outages today were unrelated to the public safety power shutoff program.
The public has an opportunity to weigh in on the selection through the governor's website, adding a community voice to this pivotal judicial appointment process.
Gov. Josh Green to choose judge from list of nominees for Intermediate Court of Appeals
The public has an opportunity to weigh in on the selection through the governor's website, adding a community voice to this pivotal judicial appointment process.
bigislandnow.com
February 12, 2026 at 1:35 AM
The public has an opportunity to weigh in on the selection through the governor's website, adding a community voice to this pivotal judicial appointment process.
The 51-year-old man, his girlfriend and his 20-year-old son were being investigated by police for drug activity.
Big Island trio charged with drug, firearm offenses granted supervised release
The 51-year-old man, his girlfriend and his 20-year-old son were being investigated by police for drug activity.
bigislandnow.com
February 12, 2026 at 1:19 AM
The 51-year-old man, his girlfriend and his 20-year-old son were being investigated by police for drug activity.
The cold, wet and rainy day in Volcano didn't stop any of those who participated in the nonprofit's Aloka the Peace Dog Walk for Peace this past weekend from showing their support for compassion, love and peace.
Action 4 Animals, community turn out to walk in solidarity with Buddhist monks on journey of peace
The cold, wet and rainy day in Volcano didn't stop any of those who participated in the nonprofit's Aloka the Peace Dog Walk for Peace this past weekend from showing their support for compassion, love and peace.
bigislandnow.com
February 12, 2026 at 1:00 AM
The cold, wet and rainy day in Volcano didn't stop any of those who participated in the nonprofit's Aloka the Peace Dog Walk for Peace this past weekend from showing their support for compassion, love and peace.
The study led by a University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa researcher — published Feb. 10 in Nature Communications — found the scourge killing native Hawaiian birds was present at 63 of 64 sites tested statewide, including areas with very different bird communities.
New study reveals avian malaria is widespread among Hawaiʻi bird communities
The study led by a University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa researcher — published Feb. 10 in Nature Communications — found the scourge killing native Hawaiian birds was present at 63 of 64 sites tested statewide, including areas with very different bird communities.
bigislandnow.com
February 11, 2026 at 11:00 PM
The study led by a University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa researcher — published Feb. 10 in Nature Communications — found the scourge killing native Hawaiian birds was present at 63 of 64 sites tested statewide, including areas with very different bird communities.
While the Mauna Kea Access Road is currently open, travel could be difficult as roads may be slippery.
Winter weather advisory in place for Big Island summits
While the Mauna Kea Access Road is currently open, travel could be difficult as roads may be slippery.
bigislandnow.com
February 11, 2026 at 9:23 PM
While the Mauna Kea Access Road is currently open, travel could be difficult as roads may be slippery.
Athletes from throughout Hawai‘i will compete in basketball, bowling and track and field in June in Minneapolis.
Hawai‘i team heading to 2026 Special Olympics USA Games announced
Athletes from throughout Hawai‘i will compete in basketball, bowling and track and field in June in Minneapolis.
bigislandnow.com
February 11, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Athletes from throughout Hawai‘i will compete in basketball, bowling and track and field in June in Minneapolis.
Two Big Island competitors will participate in the inaugural Ka Makou Kōnane Invitational Tournament Finals on Friday.
Bishop Museum to host first statewide kōnane tournament in modern history
Two Big Island competitors will participate in the inaugural Ka Makou Kōnane Invitational Tournament Finals on Friday.
bigislandnow.com
February 11, 2026 at 8:56 PM
Two Big Island competitors will participate in the inaugural Ka Makou Kōnane Invitational Tournament Finals on Friday.
Funding part of a total $147 million in earmarks secured by Democrat Hawai‘i U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz.
$1.6M in federal funds earmarked for digitization of Bishop Museum collections
Funding part of a total $147 million in earmarks secured by Democrat Hawai‘i U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz.
bigislandnow.com
February 11, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Funding part of a total $147 million in earmarks secured by Democrat Hawai‘i U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz.
This is the fourth traffic fatality on Hawai‘i Island in 2026, compared to five this time last year.
Victim identified following weekend ATV crash on Hawai‘i Island
This is the fourth traffic fatality on Hawai‘i Island in 2026, compared to five this time last year.
bigislandnow.com
February 11, 2026 at 6:02 PM
This is the fourth traffic fatality on Hawai‘i Island in 2026, compared to five this time last year.
The state junior team program is aimed at identifying elite junior golfers in each state and providing them with an opportunity for further development; Leo Saito and Jake Otani of Hilo were named as members of the 2026 team.
2 Hilo junior golfers among 8 selected as members of 2026 Hawai‘i Junior Team
The state junior team program is aimed at identifying elite junior golfers in each state and providing them with an opportunity for further development; Leo Saito and Jake Otani of Hilo were named as members of the 2026 team.
bigislandnow.com
February 11, 2026 at 5:00 PM
The state junior team program is aimed at identifying elite junior golfers in each state and providing them with an opportunity for further development; Leo Saito and Jake Otani of Hilo were named as members of the 2026 team.
Hawaiʻi Care Choices is collaborating with North Hawaiʻi Hospice to expand its palliative care program to individuals with serious illnesses in Hāmākua, Waimea, North Kohala, and South Kohala.
Hawaiʻi Care Choices is expanding services, care options to North Hawaiʻi this month
Hawaiʻi Care Choices is collaborating with North Hawaiʻi Hospice to expand its palliative care program to individuals with serious illnesses in Hāmākua, Waimea, North Kohala, and South Kohala.
bigislandnow.com
February 11, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Hawaiʻi Care Choices is collaborating with North Hawaiʻi Hospice to expand its palliative care program to individuals with serious illnesses in Hāmākua, Waimea, North Kohala, and South Kohala.
All Big Island students in grades kindergarten through 12 are eligible to submit designs for the contest, but don't wait; the deadline to enter is this Friday (Feb. 13).
Deadline to enter 2026 Maunakea Coin Contest approaching quickly
All Big Island students in grades kindergarten through 12 are eligible to submit designs for the contest, but don't wait; the deadline to enter is this Friday (Feb. 13).
bigislandnow.com
February 11, 2026 at 11:00 AM
All Big Island students in grades kindergarten through 12 are eligible to submit designs for the contest, but don't wait; the deadline to enter is this Friday (Feb. 13).
49-year-old Chante Livingston of Ocean View is charged with first-degree assault and second-degree assault in connection with the incident in Ocean View; her bail was set at $15,000, and she is scheduled to make her initial court appearance Wednesday (Feb. 11).
Woman charged for reportedly shooting man after he thought his dog might have been shot
49-year-old Chante Livingston of Ocean View is charged with first-degree assault and second-degree assault in connection with the incident in Ocean View; her bail was set at $15,000, and she is scheduled to make her initial court appearance Wednesday (Feb. 11).
bigislandnow.com
February 11, 2026 at 4:33 AM
49-year-old Chante Livingston of Ocean View is charged with first-degree assault and second-degree assault in connection with the incident in Ocean View; her bail was set at $15,000, and she is scheduled to make her initial court appearance Wednesday (Feb. 11).
Scouts will launch cookie booths Feb. 20 statewide for the world's largest girl-led entrepreneurial program, which this year includes a new flavor to satisfy customer cravings.
Girl Scout cookie sales underway in Hawaiʻi!
Scouts will launch cookie booths Feb. 20 statewide for the world's largest girl-led entrepreneurial program, which this year includes a new flavor to satisfy customer cravings.
bigislandnow.com
February 11, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Scouts will launch cookie booths Feb. 20 statewide for the world's largest girl-led entrepreneurial program, which this year includes a new flavor to satisfy customer cravings.
The 44-year-old appeared in Kona District Court for both cases on Tuesday.
Kona judge reduces bail for suspect facing burglary, domestic abuse charges in 2 separate cases
The 44-year-old appeared in Kona District Court for both cases on Tuesday.
bigislandnow.com
February 11, 2026 at 12:03 AM
The 44-year-old appeared in Kona District Court for both cases on Tuesday.
The upgraded facility at Kona Community Hospital in Kealakekua expands access and care for oncology services in West Hawai‘i.
West Hawai‘i Region of Hawai‘i Health Systems blesses newly expanded infusion center
The upgraded facility at Kona Community Hospital in Kealakekua expands access and care for oncology services in West Hawai‘i.
bigislandnow.com
February 10, 2026 at 11:00 PM
The upgraded facility at Kona Community Hospital in Kealakekua expands access and care for oncology services in West Hawai‘i.
The Kids Online Safety Act would require social media companies to design their products with children's safety in mind and empower states to continue enforcing protections for keiki.
Hawai‘i attorney general leads multistate effort to protect kids from online harm
In a letter signed by 40 attorneys general, it urges lawmakers to support legislation that preserves states' authority to enforce and strengthen online protection for minors.
bigislandnow.com
February 10, 2026 at 9:23 PM
The Kids Online Safety Act would require social media companies to design their products with children's safety in mind and empower states to continue enforcing protections for keiki.
The show — with a raw honesty and contemporary relevance — explores themes of loneliness, truth, mental health and the universal desire to be seen and understood; it opens Friday (Feb. 13) at East Hawaiʻi Cultural Center in downtown Hilo.
Hilo Education Arts Repertory Theatre production of ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ opens this week
The show — with a raw honesty and contemporary relevance — explores themes of loneliness, truth, mental health and the universal desire to be seen and understood; it opens Friday (Feb. 13) at East Hawaiʻi Cultural Center in downtown Hilo.
bigislandnow.com
February 10, 2026 at 9:00 PM
The show — with a raw honesty and contemporary relevance — explores themes of loneliness, truth, mental health and the universal desire to be seen and understood; it opens Friday (Feb. 13) at East Hawaiʻi Cultural Center in downtown Hilo.
“The Rose Award recognizes women in our community who have made a significant impact on the lives of others through their employment, volunteer activities and associations.” said Zonta Club of Hilo President Laurie Higashi.
Zonta Club of Hilo to honor Cabatu, Kobayashi-Kuali‘i with Rose Award
“The Rose Award recognizes women in our community who have made a significant impact on the lives of others through their employment, volunteer activities and associations.” said Zonta Club of Hilo President Laurie Higashi.
bigislandnow.com
February 10, 2026 at 7:00 PM
“The Rose Award recognizes women in our community who have made a significant impact on the lives of others through their employment, volunteer activities and associations.” said Zonta Club of Hilo President Laurie Higashi.
This comprehensive course — with online and in-person sessions — covers vital components of emergency preparedness and response, including triage and first aid, search and rescue and fire suppression and safety.
Hawaiʻi County offers free community emergency response team disaster training
This comprehensive course — with online and in-person sessions — covers vital components of emergency preparedness and response, including triage and first aid, search and rescue and fire suppression and safety.
bigislandnow.com
February 10, 2026 at 5:00 PM
This comprehensive course — with online and in-person sessions — covers vital components of emergency preparedness and response, including triage and first aid, search and rescue and fire suppression and safety.
Strong to near gale force easterly trade winds will produce continued high surf along those shorelines before falling to below advisory thresholds by Wednesday morning.
High surf advisory now in effect for eastern shorelines of Big Island
Strong to near gale force easterly trade winds will produce continued high surf along those shorelines before falling to below advisory thresholds by Wednesday morning.
bigislandnow.com
February 10, 2026 at 2:08 PM
Strong to near gale force easterly trade winds will produce continued high surf along those shorelines before falling to below advisory thresholds by Wednesday morning.
Big Island residents are invited Feb. 21 to Prince Kūhiō Plaza in Hilo for the chance to connect with top employers, grow their professional network, access education and training resources and more.
‘Where Talent Meets Opportunity’: Hawai’i County and partners to host hiring event
Big Island residents are invited Feb. 21 to Prince Kūhiō Plaza in Hilo for the chance to connect with top employers, grow their professional network, access education and training resources and more.
bigislandnow.com
February 10, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Big Island residents are invited Feb. 21 to Prince Kūhiō Plaza in Hilo for the chance to connect with top employers, grow their professional network, access education and training resources and more.