West Hawai‘i News
Pu’uhonua Section of National Historical Park Remains Closed
Assessments and cleanup work are underway in the area, according to a park spokesperson.
UH Proposes State-Wide Tuition Hikes
The University of Hawai’i says the backlog has occurred “over past decades” and that the increase will “institute best practices to prevent its recurrence.”
Kilauea’s Summit Lava Lake Rises into View
As of 9:02 a.m. Monday, the lake was about 75 feet below the rim of the Overlook crater.
No New Dengue Cases Confirmed as Hookena Prepares to Reopen
The dengue fever case count on the Big Island remains at 260 as no new cases of dengue have been confirmed since last Wednesday.
State Continues to Pursue Fraud, Misconduct Lawsuit
The lawsuit stems from a failed project that involved upgrading the computer accounting systems in the Hawai’i Department of Transportation Highways Division.
DOH Launches ‘Every Seat Every Time’ Seat Belt Campaign
The Department of Health campaign on seat belt use precedes Hawai’i’s Click It or Ticket enforcement campaign, which begins at the end of May.
Man Sought for Sexual Assault, Abuse, and Assault
Ken Starr has no permanent address, but is known to frequent the Kailua-Kona area.
Monthly Emergency Alert System Test Set for Tuesday
Problems with siren operations should be reported to Hawai’i County Civil Defense at 935-0031.
PHOTOS: Hawai’i CC – Pālamanui Grand Opening
“It’s incredibly exciting to see so many community members enjoying themselves at the new campus,” said Director Dr. Marty Fletcher.
Scheduled Lane Closures Feb. 29-March 4
Various portions of Big Island roadways will be temporarily closed throughout the week as road construction continues.
High Surf Closes Portions of Pu’uhonua o Honaunau
The picnic area, 1871 trail and Pu’uhonua are all closed.
Gabbard Resigns from DNC Post to Back Sanders
“As a veteran of two Middle East deployments, I know firsthand the cost of war. I know how important it is that our Commander in Chief,” Representative Gabbard said in her announcement.
Kaumana Traffic Signal Work Slated
Work is expected to be conducted between 8:30 a.m. and 1 p.m., pending weather conditions.
Several Big Island Residents Honored During HISAW
A ceremony was held in Governor David Ige’s office on Friday to place a spotlight on people and organizations who have helped fight invasive species in the state.
Senator Kahele Addresses Residency Issue
At issue is whether Kahele is considered a primary resident in a home in Miloli’i, which is leased through the DLNR.
Catamaran Runs Aground at Honokohau Harbor
Department of Land and Natural Resources spokesman Dan Dennison told Big Island Now that the vessel ran aground at about 6:25 p.m. Thursday. Only the owner of the boat was on board at the time of the incident.
Weekend Pig and Goat Hunting at KMA
Entry into recently burned areas is prohibited, and anyone who sees suspicious activity should report it immediately.
Hookena Beach Park to Reopen as Dengue Count Sits at 260
Hookena Beach Park in South Kona will reopen on March 1.
