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NARBA, NASGA Head to Hawaii
The North American Raspberry and Blackberry Association (NARBA) will team with the North American Strawberry Growers Association (NASGA) to host their 2025 annual meetings and 2025 North American Berry Conference at the OUTRIGGER Kona Resort and Spa on the Island of Hawai’i.
The event will take place Feb. 3-6 at the Kaleiopapa Convention Center, perched above the lava cliffs of Keauhou Bay.
“We are thrilled to host our 2025 annual meeting with the North American Raspberry and Blackberry Association in Hawaii, a location that offers a stunning backdrop and rich agricultural knowledge,” NASGA President James Powell says. “The conference will be an excellent opportunity for networking, learning, and sharing ideas with growers, researchers, and stakeholders in the berry industry.”
The conference’s sessions will feature emerging technological knowledge and offer a look at the future of berry growing across North America.
The conference begins Feb. 3 with an opening reception. Feb. 4 will consist of general sessions for both strawberry and caneberry growers. Feb. 5 will have two tracks to choose from, one featuring strawberry sessions and the other caneberry sessions. On Feb. 6 an Island of Hawai’i agricultural tour will be offered. Hotel reservations are available now, with early booking strongly advised. Conference registration will open in July for all attendees.
This unique conference opportunity, giving members a chance to enjoy the warmth and beauty of Hawaii, while increasing their knowledge of the latest in berry research and innovation, is made possible through collaboration with NASGA and its members.
For more information, please visit https://www.raspberryblackberry.com/conference/2025-kona/
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HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Emergency crews responded to a medical incident offshore of Kualoa Regional Park Tuesday.
The Honolulu Ocean Safety Department said rescuers were called around 1:01 p.m. for an unresponsive adult man aboard a vessel about 10 miles offshore in Kaneohe waters.
Crews met the vessel near Mokolii, also known as Chinaman’s Hat, where a lifeguard boarded and began CPR and oxygen treatment.
The man was transported to Kualoa Regional Park, where Honolulu Emergency Medical Services took over care and continued advanced treatment.
No additional information about the man’s condition was immediately available.
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Kilauea began a new episode of lava fountaining at its summit today, prompting an ashfall advisory for parts of Hawaii Island.
The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory said Episode 46 started at 8:17 a.m. inside Halemaʻumaʻu crater, with activity confined to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
The volcano remains at watch alert level and orange aviation color code, indicating heightened unrest with increased potential for eruption hazards.
The National Weather Service issued an ashfall advisory through 8 p.m. for areas downwind of the summit, including Volcano and Mountain View.
Light and variable winds shifting southeast are expected to carry volcanic gas and ash across the summit region and toward the north and northwest areas.
Tephra, including ash and Pele’s hair, is most likely within about 3 miles of the vents, but lighter material can travel much farther.
Officials said impacts are expected to be limited, though ash particles can irritate eyes and lungs, especially for those with respiratory conditions.
Residents are urged to limit exposure by staying indoors when possible, closing windows and doors and wearing masks and eye protection if going outside.
People with water catchment systems should cover and disconnect them to prevent contamination.
Anyone observing ashfall is encouraged to report conditions to the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory at hawaiiash.science/report_form.
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – One of the world’s premier adaptive surfing events is getting underway in Waikiki.
AccesSurf Hawaii is hosting the 2026 Hawaii Adaptive Surfing Championships this week, with competition beginning Tuesday, May 5, and running through Friday, May 8, at Queen’s Surf Break.
Now in its 18th year, the championships are part of the Adaptive Surfing Professionals World Tour and bring together more than 90 adaptive surfers from around the world competing across multiple divisions.
Organizers said the championships highlight not only elite competition, but also community, culture and inclusion.
“The Hawaii Adaptive Surfing Championships is a powerful gathering of athletes, community and purpose,” said AccesSurf Executive Director Zoe Lewis. “We are proud to host this in Waikiki, where adaptive surfers can compete at an elite level while also experiencing the culture, community and spirit of Hawaii.”
Events began Monday with an opening ceremony at the Duke Kahanamoku Statue, kicking off a week of competition and activities.
In addition to the surf competition, the week includes special events such as the Hawaiʻi premiere of The Incredible Paulk on May 6 and a community pau hana gathering on May 7.
Surf competition runs daily from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will also be streamed live online.
The public is invited to attend and support the athletes, with the week wrapping up Friday with an awards ceremony.
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