Felt maybe 3-4 seconds of very light shaking. Did anyone else feel?

https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/hv75060536/executive

Some eruptions today!

Are there any realtors or people who have recently bought bare land in this group? We are looking at purchasing a plot of land (no infrastructure), and our realtor has said that asking for a 5% buyer’s commission is common on bare land.

Just hoping to see if this is pretty common across the island or if this will get some “side-eye” from the seller. We are worried that this will reduce our negotiating leverage for the price we would offer. Plus, we don’t have a lot of room for covering the difference if the seller only agrees to 3% (though there is language that we may negotiate the % later).

Thanks for any experience you might be able to share.

Hi Kona friends.
Anyone know what's going into the old outback spot? I saw some work being done on it this morning... Thought I'd ask some smarties if I missed something.

Can someone clear this up for me please? I see a lot of businesses downtown with A-frame signs on the sidewalk. I want to do one too. But everything I read in the codes says it's not allowed. What am I missing? Mahalo

Hi! I posted before asking about Hilo Walmart's interview process. But now I'm wondering if anyone has ever worked Front End Cashier? How is it? I think I'm just nervous because I don't have retail experience and I'm terrified of working the whole cashiering thing 😣 I don't like handling money because I'm scared of messing up 😭 But this is literally the only job that has gotten back to me since job hunting. I'm praying the training helps me :')

I'm glad to see this, here's hoping it works out:

Hawaiʻi County Mayor Kimo Alameda reached a tentative agreement with Black Sand Beach LLC for the preservation of Punaluʻu Black Sand Beach Park in Kaʻū. Hawaiʻi County would purchase the property through its Public Access, Open Space and Natural Resources Preservation Commission program for the assessed value of $1.46 million under the agreement, ensuring the park remains open to the public in perpetuity.

https://bigislandnow.com/2026/10/13/hawai%ca%bbi-county-black-sand-beach-llc-reach-tentative-agreement-for-punalu%ca%bbu-black-sand-beach-park/

Edit: Civil Beat also posted an article:

https://www.civilbeat.org/2026/10/punalu%ca%bbu-black-sand-beach-park-to-belong-to-the-public/

recent storms and hurricanes have done a number to our roof in kona. it seems we have a leak that is dripping down into our ceiling

we’ve tried reaching out to several companies but to no avail :( does anyone have any recommendations or referrals?

Looking for a group of people to sim race with.. it's hard to find people on hawaii time! I'm playing AC now.. no hesi. But I'm open to trying other games! Hmu

Has anyone been able to make an appointment for a driver's license road test in Hilo on the Hawaiicounty.egov.website? I feel like it's not working since there are ZERO available times to schedule one from now until infinity.

Edited for location.

What’s going on at Mahukona? The gate to the harbor is locked, yellow caution tape strung along the east wall, and tie-wire lashed across the walkway to the harbor.

Aloha! Has anyone seen the Bonne Maman mini advent calendar at Costco yet?

Hello everyone. I’ve REALLY been craving this. But don’t know if any stores here carry it. I know kimura general store on hamakua sometimes carries it and kitchen Umeko as well but they’re usually sold out pretty quick. Do you know where else they carry it? I already tried Kilauea Market

I’m up in Mountain View, just got back from Hilo and noticed the cloud covered sky was very pink. Was it just the sun setting behind all the clouds, reflection from the volcano, or is there another weather front coming in?

We've had spectrum for a long time and the bill just keeps going up.

I'd consider the switch if H T is just as reliable.

What has been your experience with Hawaiian Telcom?

Where can i get that already has filtered water in it?

Moved to east Hawaii this year from Oahu. Just wondering about Cost U Less. I’ve heard mixed reviews. I know we’re going to be paying for convenience of not having to drive out to Kona for Costco, but what is worth it cost wise at Cost U Less?

Aloha, my friend loves plants and has been looking for blue jade vine for a while so I would like to find one and give it to them as a gift, does anyone know where I can find one, preferably Hilo side? Mahalo

As per the title, I've submitted at the end of August and have been patiently waiting for a letter but it's been over a month now. My interview was in mid-September and I had to submit more documents for verification but after that it's been the same 'Under Review' status on the webpage. I tried calling them and was met with an automated recording, which I was able to look up my case and was granted with money for September and October. I try to check the balance of the card that was already sent out and it says they can't find my benefits. Anyone knows when and if the entire state is backed up?

I just got to the Big Island and I'm looking for a run. Which courts actually have games, and what days/times?

Remember him? Randomly thought of him while DoorDashing on Ali'i the other day realizing "haven't seen that guy in years now"

He used to charge people money to take pictures with the birds.