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Salvation Army unwraps joy distributing thousands of Angel Tree gifts to families in need
Holiday wishes were fulfilled for a total of 16,435 youth and seniors throughout The Salvation Army Hawaiian & Pacific Islands Division, but the need is growing and continues beyond the holidays; consider setting up your own Virtual Red Kettle campaign before the end of the year to help. December 25, 2025 · 05:00am
Christmas trees accepted for recycling
Trees must be bare and free of flocking, tinsel, stands and ornaments when brought to any of the recycling locations; also keep in mind that green waste sites are closed during inclement weather.Community Time running out for property owners to file appeal of their 2026 real property…
Community Big Island golfers qualify for 11th U.S. Amateur Four-Ball championship for 2nd year in…
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Kaua‘i News
‘You’re never too old to pursue your dreams’: Big Isle 71-year-old earns college degree
She might be from another island, but Theresa Chang’s lifetime defined by breathtaking resilience, including an incredible journey from addiction to academic success, is one that can and should inspire others; she even just recently accepted her bachelor of arts degree in communication from University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo during the Dec. 20 fall commencement ceremony.
Court decision allows new ‘Green fee’ to take effect as scheduled on Jan. 1, 2026
U.S. District Court Judge Jill Otake earlier this week dismissed a majority of claims challenging the state’s Act 96 and denied a plaintiff motion for a preliminary injunction to stop the act from taking effect.
Salvation Army unwraps joy distributing thousands of Angel Tree gifts to families in need
Holiday wishes were fulfilled for a total of 16,435 youth and seniors throughout The Salvation Army Hawaiian & Pacific Islands Division, but the need is growing and continues beyond the holidays; consider setting up your own Virtual Red Kettle campaign before the end of the year to help.
Christmas trees accepted for recycling
Trees must be bare and free of flocking, tinsel, stands and ornaments when brought to any of the recycling locations; also keep in mind that green waste sites are closed during inclement weather.
Time running out for property owners to file appeal of their 2026 real property assessment
County issues reminder that the deadline to file an appeal is Dec. 31; a new online Real Property Tax Appeal application system also now live on county’s website.
Big Island golfers qualify for 11th U.S. Amateur Four-Ball championship for 2nd year in row
Casey Watabu of Līhuʻe and teammate Matthew Ma of Pearl City, Oʻahu, are second alternates for the championship in the event the 2 Big Island men and second-place finishers in the qualifying round can’t make it for any reason.
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Hawaii News
‘You’re never too old to pursue your dreams’: Big Isle 71-year-old earns college degree
She might be from another island, but Theresa Chang’s lifetime defined by breathtaking resilience, including an incredible journey from addiction to academic success, is one that can and should inspire others; she even just recently accepted her bachelor of arts degree in communication from University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo during the Dec. 20 fall commencement ceremony.
Court decision allows new ‘Green fee’ to take effect as scheduled on Jan. 1, 2026
U.S. District Court Judge Jill Otake earlier this week dismissed a majority of claims challenging the state’s Act 96 and denied a plaintiff motion for a preliminary injunction to stop the act from taking effect.
Salvation Army unwraps joy distributing thousands of Angel Tree gifts to families in need
Holiday wishes were fulfilled for a total of 16,435 youth and seniors throughout The Salvation Army Hawaiian & Pacific Islands Division, but the need is growing and continues beyond the holidays; consider setting up your own Virtual Red Kettle campaign before the end of the year to help.
New study reveals giant clams thrive when supported by indigenous cultures
Local village-managed marine areas outperform federally protected zones in preserving giant clam populations, according to a UH Mānoa study.
Big Island golfers qualify for 11th U.S. Amateur Four-Ball championship for 2nd year in row
Casey Watabu of Līhuʻe and teammate Matthew Ma of Pearl City, Oʻahu, are second alternates for the championship in the event the 2 Big Island men and second-place finishers in the qualifying round can’t make it for any reason.
Sweepstakes, art, custom surfboards, surf event, more honor legacy of Eddie Aikau
Kona Brewing Hawaiʻi and Eddie Aikau Foundation team up to host ‘Catch a Big Wave with Your Longboard’ statewide sweepstakes for chance to win a surfboard with unique hand-drawn designs; community surf event planned in Kona to be emceed by comedian and social media star Tumua.
Big Island News
15 holiday happenings for Dec. 25-Jan. 1, 2026: Holiday brunch and dinner, mochi pounding and jammin’ parties, plus more
Now that the most wonderful day of the year and all the festivities that go with it are finally winding down, it's time to change gears and look ahead at parties for New Year's. Be sure to check out this week's holiday happenings!
Livestream of Kīlauea eruption shows 2 men walking through volcano’s restricted area
On the one-year anniversary of Kīlauea’s rare episodic eruption, viewers watching the live feed at the summit were shocked to see two men walk in front of the camera that is in a restricted area.
Maui News
Toyota Hawaiʻi surprises service customers with complimentary OluKai slippers
As part of its ongoing commitment to honoring and supporting its loyal customers, Toyota Hawaiʻi partnered with OluKai to surprise its service customers with a special appreciation gift. On Dec. 3, 2025, customers visiting Toyota Hawaiʻi service centers statewide received a complimentary certificate for a pair of OluKai’s best-selling ʻOhana slippers, redeemable at any of the brand’s eight retail locations across the islands.
More than 7,000 Angel Tree Gifts distributed to families in need across Maui County
The Maui County Corps distributed 6,500 gifts to nearly 950 keiki and kūpuna with the help of a network of community partners and supporters. Gifts were shared with seniors living at Hale Mahaolu Elua and Hale Mahaolu Akahi in Kahului.
Access to Lahaina Historic District adjusted as harbor operations resume
Following one week of operations at the State of Hawaiʻi’s Lahaina Small Boat Harbor, some adjustments are being made to the public access plan for the Lahaina Historic District. Working in partnership with members of the community and tour boat operators, the County of Maui is making the following changes:
