West Hawaii News
Gabbard to Speak at UHH Commencement on May 11
The class of 2013 speaker will be Ashlee Kalauli, a mathematics major from Honokaa who graduated from high school at Kamehameha Schools – Hawaii.
Two Big Island Resorts Rated Among Best for Honeymooners
The veteran travel destination company Frommer’s picked the Keauhou Sheraton and Fairmont Orchid as among the best spots in Hawaii for the newly betrothed.
Recycle Hawaii to Assist in Tsunami Debris Cleanup
The Big Island organization is among six non-profit groups statewide chosen to participate in the $100,000 program.
State and Counties Ink Four-Year UPW Contract
The agreement ratified last week calls for 4% annual raises for the blue-collar government workers.
HazMat Team Called to Kona Courthouse
The fire department personnel was unable to determine the source of the irritation at the Kealakekua facility.
Lawsuit Over Safeway ‘Kona Blend’ Coffee Labeling Settled
The settlement nullifies the class action and leaves unresolved questions about fair-marketing laws, the Kona Coffee Farmers Association said.
UPDATE: Firearm Background Check Bill Approved, Sent to Governor
The bill expanding background checks for those bringing firearms into Hawaii passes the Legislature with four negative votes.
Police Department Again Conducting Internet Public Survey
The anonymous survey will be conducted throughout the month of May.
Deadbeat Lessee Leaves State Holding $227,000 Debt
The bill resulted from the clean-up of debris and spills and the removal of a pre-existing gas pump and underground tanks on eight acres in North Kona.
HVO Reports Thefts, Vandalism of Equipment; Seeks NetQuakes Volunteers
Theft and vandalism of remote monitoring sites is a growing problem, scientists say, and could be mitigated by adding more home-based seismic stations.
Schatz Names Two More Community Liaisons
The two, Robby Robertson and Michael Zola, while join Marlena Dixon as the senator’s team of field representatives on the Big Island.
Police Release April 26 List of Arrest Warrants
The Hawaii Police Department has released its weekly list of some of the individuals wanted on outstanding warrants.
Final Vote Scheduled on Owner-Builder Law Changes
The bill would add tax, wage and insurance requirements to permits obtained by people looking to build their own homes.
Hawaii Again Tops Gallup List for Stress-Free Residents
It was a clean sweep of the 2012 poll for Hawaii where residents ranked lowest for stress, highest for enjoyment and also highest in the “well-being” score.
More Record High Temperatures Set in Hilo in April
Daytime highs of 86 degrees early this week were one degree higher than the old records for the dates of April 22 and 23.
Second Man Charged in Kailua-Kona Burglary
Bail for Ammon Kamohai of Kailua-Kona, who was initially arrested for a probation violation, totaled $165,000.
New Hilo Adult Care Center Receives State Grant
Other state CIP grants are going to the Kahilu Theatre Foundation and the Hawaii County Economic Opportunity Council.
Health Officials Launch Pertussis Vaccination Campaign
The campaign is aimed at pregnant women as well as caregivers for infants which are most susceptible to whooping cough.
Budget Negotiations Pau; UHH Pharmacy School Building Left Out
Despite intense lobbying by the Hilo community, a $38 million Senate appropriation for a permanent home for the school did not make the final cut.
Pavao Confirmed as Member of State Water Commission
The retired chief of the Hawaii County Department of Water Supply received strong support from a variety of groups and individuals.
