East Hawaii News
Police Seek Man for Questioning in Fatal Weekend Crash
Gary A. Simpkins is identified by police as a black male, 5’6”, and 180 pounds. He has black hair and brown eyes.
UPDATE: Highway 190 Opens, HFD Still Responding to Brush Fire
Highway 190 has reopened between mile marker 6, the Old Saddle Road Junction, and Waikoloa Road.
Woman Dies in Nanawale Single-Vehicle Crash
Hawai’i County Fire Department crews arrived at the scene of the incident, along Nanawale Boulevard, at 8:34 p.m., where they found a single mid-sized car with extensive rear and top damage.
Full Senate to Vote on Water Rights Bill Next Week
The full Senate will vote on several bills that have been recommended for third reading. Among them is HB2501 HD2 SD2, which relates to water rights.
Weekend Road Work
Various lane closures associated with ongoing road work will continue throughout the weekend.
Child Abuse Awareness and Prevention Month Recognized by Children’s Justice Centers
Over 50 percent of reported victims of crime are under the age of 18, according to statistics.
Four Big Island Correctional Officers Among Class 16-01 Graduates
Three officers will be assigned to Hawai’i Community Correctional Center, and one has been assigned to the Kulani Correctional Facility.
DOH Faces Challenges Ahead of Marijuana Dispensary Announcement
Friday’s announcement comes as DOH admits that there have been delays involving fingerprinting and background checks.
Sixteen Days Since Last Dengue Case Confirmed
No new cases have been confirmed on the Big Island since last month.
Humu’ula, Menehune Units at PTA to Open for Hunting
The Humu’ula Unit, which includes training areas 1 through 4, and the Menehune Unit, including training areas 5 and 6, will be opened.
Police Release April 8 Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
TRAFFIC UPDATE: Kohala Mountain Road Reopens Following Landslide
The Hawai’i Police Department is reporting a landslide along Highway 270, or Kohala Mountain Road, in North Kohala.
Ige Announces Nominees for Land Use Commission, Board of Education
Governor David Ige announced his nominations for the Board of Education and the Land Use Commission on Thursday.
County P&R, Mayor Sued Over Kukuihaele Park Project
The preliminary injunction names the County of Hawai’i Department of Parks and Recreation and its director, Clayton Honma, as defendants, as well as Hawai’i County Mayor Billy Kenoi.
No New Dengue Cases Confirmed
In total, 263 cases have been confirmed stemming from the Big Island’s dengue outbreak. The number includes 237 residents, 26 visitors, and a combined 46 individuals under the age of 18.
Wanted Man Turns Himself In to Hamakua Police
According to the Hawai’i Police Department, Bruno Facchini turned himself in to Hamakua police on Wednesday at 10 a.m.
Schatz Co-Sponsors Legislation Urging FAA to Mandate Airline Seat Sizes
The bill aims to establish a reasonable standard seat size, which allows for safety and minimum levels of comfort.
Visitor Missing from HVNP Campsite Located
Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park officials say a man from Holland who went missing while camping overnight at the Kūlanaokuaiki Campground within the park on Tuesday has been found.
Bird Trail in the Works to Connect West, East Hawai’i
Ranging from ocean to mountain tops and rainforest to lava plains, the trail will highlight Hawai’i’s unique nature while modeling after similar trails in North America.
Waimea CERT Training in April
During the month of April, several Community Emergency Response Team, known as CERT, training sessions will take place in Waimea.
