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6 emergency preparedness leaders to discuss ‘Lessons Learned’ and ‘What’s Next?’ during Waimea Town Meeting
“Lessons Learned” and “What’s Next?” are – or perhaps should be – on most everyone’s mind as the 2024 Hawai’i State Legislature drew to a close this past Friday, heavily focused on Lahaina’s wildfire. In addition, May 4 is National Wildfire...
County Looks To Acquire ʻAnaehoʻomalu Coastal Lands
KONA, Hawaiʻi - A Hawaiʻi County Council Committee on Tuesday will discuss a resolution concerning the preservation of the lands in the area of the Waikoloa resort. (BIVN) – The County of Hawaiʻi could be looking to acquire 27-acres of land in the area of ʻAnaehoʻomalu, a parcel on the South Kohala coast that was identified late last year as a top priority for preservation.
National Pet Therapy Day Celebrated At North Hawaiʻi Community Hospital
WAIMEA, Hawaiʻi - Queen’s North Hawaiʻi Community Hospital held a special celebration Tuesday in honor of the hospital’s four-legged volunteers. (BIVN) – April 30th was declared Pet Therapy Day in the County of Hawaiʻi, and Queen’s North Hawaiʻi Community Hospital in Waimea held an event to mark the occasion.
Kamuela Philharmonic closes out 2023-24 season with ‘POPS!’ this Sunday afternoon
For its 2023-24 season finale, the Kamuela Philharmonic will bring back its much-loved “POPS!” concert to the Kahilu Theatre in Waimea on May 5 at 2 p.m. After the success of last year’s sold-out performance, the Philharmonic returns with a program curated by artistic director and conductor Brian Dollinger to captivate and charm audiences of all ages to close out the season with a delightful crescendo.
These Big Island residents felt an NPR article about Marc Benioff didn't tell the whole story
An NPR story by tech reporter Dara Kerr about billionaire Marc Benioff buying land in and around Waimea on Hawaiʻi Island caused a stir when it was published in February. The audio version aired in March. After the story broke, many internet articles and social media posts echoed suspicions...
The Conversation: Marc Benioff; Water access for Camp Erdman
Audio will be added after the show. The Conversation airs weekdays from 11 a.m. to noon on HPR-1. HPR's Russell Subiono on community reaction toan NPR reporter's revelations about billionaire Marc Benioff's land acquisitions in Waimea. YMCA President and CEO Greg Waibel on the scramble to keep water access for...
Keiki islandwide participate in annual Heluhelu Quiz Bowl in Waimea
More than 80 students — from grades fourth through seventh — participated in the 3rd annual Big Island Heluhelu Quiz Bowl in Waimea earlier this month with two teams tying for the win. On April 11, teams islandwide gathered to compete at the Kahilu Theater. The quiz bowl...
Historic, cherished Kōke’e cabins auctioned to new lease-holders
Seven cabins in Kōkeʻe and Waimea Canyon State Parks have new, ecstatic lease-holders after being auctioned off on Thursday. A total of 130 Kaua‘i residents attended the auction, some waiting more than an hour to get inside the venue.
Public Meetings Set On Pōhakuloa Training Area EIS Draft Two
ISLAND OF HAWAIʻI - Meetings will be held in Hilo and Waimea as the Army invites comments on the second draft environmental impact statement for its proposed land retention at Pōhakuloa Training Area. (BIVN) – A 45-day public comment period is now open on the second draft of...
Water Commission seeks input on potential restoration of stream flow in Waikoloa
The Commission on Water Resource Management is revisiting the amount of water it allows to be diverted from streams in Waikoloa on Hawaiʻi Island. For more than 75 years, Hawaiʻi County and Parker Ranch have been diverting water from streams in the area to support surrounding communities with water for drinking and agriculture.
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