The IRONMAN Foundation has awarded a record $350,000 donation to the Hawaiʻi Island Community Health Center to fund two mobile health trailers for Nāʻālehu following the destruction caused by Hurricane Lala.

Lifelong Kaʻū resident Homer Hashimoto shares memories of growing up in Pāhala, a 40-year career working local plantations and ranches, raising a family, and staying connected to his community.

The future of Punaluʻu Black Sands Beach remains a pressing question for the Kaʻū community. While county ownership would guarantee continued public services and access, potential operation by Black Sand Beach LLC leaves many questions unanswered.

The County of Hawaiʻi and Black Sand Beach LLC extended leases for Punaluʻu Beach Click to open side panel for more information park parcels through September 1, 2026, as the County pursues potential acquisition through its PONC land preservation program.

Thirteen Kaʻū High School students joined youth sustainability leaders across Hawaiʻi on Kauaʻi to plan the 2027 National Zero Waste Convergence, connect with cultural stewards, and expand waste diversion initiatives in Kaʻū.

A Kaʻū News investigation reveals that Black Sand Beach LLC and an affiliated company owe nearly $150,000 in delinquent property taxes, putting several parcels near Punaluʻu at risk of a county tax sale.

In the debut installment of ʻIke Kūpuna Kaʻū, Kapāpala Ranch native Paulette Ke reflects on her childhood on the ranch, her journey to Kansas and back, working at Nāʻālehu Dairy, and the vital role of kūpuna in preserving community wisdom.

Explore the summer skies above Kaʻū with astronomer Christopher Phillips. From an August six-planet morning parade and traditional Hawaiian starlines like Mānaiakalani to shifting supernova remnants in the Southern Pinwheel galaxy, discover the beauty and science of our night sky.

Students at Kaʻū Middle School are stepping up as official Ocean Guardians by planting Naupaka kahakai to prevent erosion and tracking shoreline stability at Punaluʻu. Discover how this collaborative community effort protects critical habitat for native wildlife and creates a future educational site.

Over 300 residents weighed in on the future of Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach in a recent community survey, prioritizing environmental protection, cultural sites, and the restoration of existing infrastructure over new commercial development.

Kaʻū residents expressed skepticism at a recent Nāʻālehu talk story session regarding the Holomua Marine Initiative, questioning the influence of outside funding and the state's proposed "bottom-up" management strategy for near-shore aquatic resources.

Celebrate the academic achievements, honors, and graduating seniors of Kaʻū High and Elementary School, alongside student milestones at Na’alehu Elementary School.

Founded by local volunteers, Kaʻū ʻOhana Athletics (KOA) is bringing free and low-cost youth sports programs to Kahuku Park—empowering keiki, mākua, and kūpuna through soccer, tee ball, volleyball, and community stewardship.

Representative Jeanné Kapela shares key legislative updates for House District 5, including $50 million secured for the Kaʻū Hospital – Keaʻau Outpatient Center, agricultural investments, emergency resilience, and Highway 11 resurfacing efforts.

Boost your physical and mental well-being with these simple, everyday wellness tips from Kaʻū’s own Mrs. Aloha, Pamela Lara. Learn how hydration, five-minute resets, and basic exercises can transform your daily routine.

Skaters, families, and community members gathered in Ocean View on May 2 to celebrate the grand opening of the Kahuku Grind Skatepark with live music, food, and skateboarding.

The Nature Conservancy (TNC) secured up to $2M in state grants toward purchasing the nearly 2,000-acre Hīlea property in Kaʻū. The acquisition will protect vital native forest, watershed, and cultural sites from potential development.

Kaʻū resident Ron Ebert (80) received the Hawaiʻi County Outstanding Older American Award. A Vietnam veteran and volunteer firefighter, he was honored for decades of community service and public safety advocacy, setting an inspiring example of aging.

The 16th Annual Kaʻū Coffee Festival was a success, culminating in a Ho’olaule’a in Pāhala with cultural performances. The 7-day event, coordinated by Kaʻū Coffee Growers Cooperative, celebrated local growers and the area's rich agricultural history.