#South Kohala
‘We must take action now’: Science talk story at Hawai‘i Keiki Museum all about coconut rhinoceros beetle
The talk story starts at 5 p.m. at Hawai‘i Keiki Museum in Waikōloa; everyone is encouraged to attend; admission is free and open to the public; features speaker from Big Island Invasive Species Committee.
June town meeting in Waimea features Hawai‘i County Mayor Alameda, county department chiefs
Mayor and members of his administration will discuss county projects, priorities and issues, including finances, parks, planning, research and development, sustainability, water and more.
Public invited to attend board meeting for update on cleanup efforts in Former Waikōloa Maneuver Area
At the meeting, the public will receive an update on the progress of restoration activities in the South Kohala area.
Police: Motorist strikes, kills Big Island man trying to change tire along Kawaihae Road
This was the fourth traffic fatality within five days on Big Island roads.
Water use restriction remains in place for South Kohala customers as work on well continues
Customers are required to continue to reduce water use by 25%, and irrigation customers are also required to reduce water use by at least 25%.
South Kohala officer Travis Wong’s integrity and dedication stand out in policing
South Kohala patrol officer Travis Wong represents the Hawai‘i Police Department through his work ethic, integrity, and willingness to assist fellow officers on and off-duty.
National Weather Service cancels the flash flood warning for Hawaiʻi
Heavy rains have subsided, and the flash flood warning for Hawaiʻi Island has been lifted, according to the latest update from the National Weather Service.
Water restriction downgraded in South Kohala following recent rainfall
Customers from Āhualoa to Waiemi subdivision, including Waimea town, are being asked to reduce water use by at least 10%.
Hawaiian Electric monitors wildfire risk, weighs possible power shutoffs
Hawaiian Electric is closely monitoring weather conditions that could trigger a public safety power shutoff after a day of declining humidity and high winds.
Iconic Mauna Kea Beach Hotel debuts $180M-plus resort transformation
Completed enhancements include renovated guestrooms and suites, 2 new pools, redesigned golf course and enhanced dining outlets at Big Island resort.
Public safety power shutoff watch: Hawaiian Electric monitoring wildfire risk conditions this week
Strong winds, low humidity forecast for West Maui and South Kohala on the Big Island.
Hawaiian Electric ends public safety power shutoff watch the included South Kohala on Big Island
The electric utility made the move as weather conditions continue to improve; any power outages today were unrelated to the public safety power shutoff program.
Hawaiʻi Care Choices is expanding services, care options to North Hawaiʻi this month
Hawaiʻi Care Choices is collaborating with North Hawaiʻi Hospice to expand its palliative care program to individuals with serious illnesses in Hāmākua, Waimea, North Kohala, and South Kohala.
Public safety power shutoff watch initiated for South Kohala on Big Island
While conditions have improved, Hawaiian Electric could proactively shut off power in communities with high exposure to wildfire risk if weather changes.
Water restriction notice issued to customers in South Kohala
The restriction was prompted by the prolonged lack of rain.
Water restriction notice downgraded to conservation for South Kohala – Lālāmilo customers
A conservation notice requests affected customers reduce water use by at least 10 percent.
8 lane closures scheduled during week of Jan. 10-16 on Big Island state roadways
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting.
Recent rainfall eases county water restrictions for South Kohala customers
With the rainfall over the weekend, customers are now asked to reduce water use by 10%, down from 25%.
Public meeting scheduled to discuss upcoming munitions cleanup in South Kohala
The meeting, which will take place on Jan. 12 at 10 a.m., will provide updates for the Munitions Response Site Project 18 at the Waimea-Kohala Airport.
South Kohala communities urged to reduce water use after months of dry conditions
Affected communities include Āhualoa to Waiemi Subdivision, as well as Honokaia, Puʻukapu, Nīnauele, Waimea Town, Lālāmilo Farm Lots, portions of Māna Road, parts of Māmalahoa Highway, Anekona Estates, and Kānehoa Subdivision.
