West Hawai‘i News
Forestry Advisory Council Positions Open on the Big Island
The Department of Land and Natural Resources’ Division of Forestry and Wildlife, along with the United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service, are seeking applications for LAC and PAC.
Waipio Reopens Following Two-Month Dengue Closure
Hawai’i County and Hawai’i Department of Health officials reopened the Valley to the public at 8 a.m. Saturday.
Weekend Road Work
Various lane closures associated with ongoing road work will continue throughout the weekend.
New Dengue Case Added to Count
One new case of dengue fever was reported on the Hawai’i Department of Health’s dengue fever update website on Friday.
Gabbard Chimes in on GMO Labeling
Congresswoman Gabbard released a statement that follows Wednesday’s 49-48 vote defeating the DARK Act, which would have overridden state laws that require labeling GMOs.
UPDATE: Queen K Highway Reopens Following Oil Spill
An oil spill has caused the closure of Queen Kaahumanu Highway near Kawaihae Road.
3.2M Earthquake Shakes the Big Island Friday
The United States Geological Survey Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports that the earthquake occurred at a depth of 1.5 miles, about 16 miles east of Honaunau-Napoopoo.
Fire Officials Battle Early Morning Captain Cook Structure Fire
One person was in the structure at the time of the fire. The occupant was able to exit the home and told firefighters there was no one else in the house.
Hirono, Takai Co-Introduce Coral Reef Legislation
The Act would jumpstart research related to coral reef conservation, something that members of Hawai’i’s Congressional Delegation believe is important to the state.
FBI NICS Release Prompts Hawai’i AG Update
“Hawai’i has the lowest gun death rate in the nation,” said Attorney General Douglas Chin.
Hawai’i CC – Pālamanui Helps Students ‘Slay the Math Monster’
Two free public workshops on conquering the “math monster” will be offered by Hawai‘i Community College – Pālamanui.
Schatz Among Senators to Introduce Bill to Give Federal Workers A Raise
The Federal Adjustment of Income Rate Act is a response to federal employees having lost over a billion dollars in wages due to sequestration and a three-year freeze on federal pay, according to the Senators
Police Release March 18 Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
REEF Project Aims to Bridge DLNR-Community Gap
Under the new REEF program, DOCARE will work to build relationships with the public.
Man Featured on “Hawai’i Island’s Most Wanted” Turns Himself In
Jon Garcia, a 35-year-old Pahala man, was featured on the most recent airing of the local cable access television program.
No New Dengue Fever Cases Confirmed on Thursday
Since the onset of the outbreak, a total of 1,491 potential cases have been excluded from the overall confirmed case count. This number includes 30 since Monday.
Hirono Co-Introduces STEM Booster Act, Honors Women on Senate Floor
The Women and Minorities in STEM Booster Act would allow the National Science Foundation to award competitive grants for outreach, mentoring, and professional development programs.
Senator Schatz Announces Clinton Endorsement
Senator Schatz is the latest to support Hillary Clinton in Hawai’i.
