Hawai'i residents have an opportunity to be in the audience when "Wheel of Fortune," America's No. 1 game show and syndicated series, kicks off its 26th season with a four-week taping session beginning Sept. 12 at the Hilton Waikoloa Village Resort on the Big Island.

Show host Pat Sajak and letter-turner Vanna White will head the entire Los Angeles-based crew will set up shop at the Hilton Waikoloa Village to tape 20 shows at the resort's Ocean Terrace.

Now through Aug. 8, "Wheel of Fortune" viewers and fans may obtain free tickets to view the tapings. Information and online applications are available at www.khon2.com.