West Hawai‘i News
Risk Areas Decrease on DOH Dengue Map
A total of 1,349 potential dengue cases have been excluded from the overall count since the outbreak began. This includes nine in the past 24 hours.
Police Arrest Three Following Gambling Sting
Thirty-year-old Justin D. Alpert of Kailua-Kona, 22-year-old Brenda K. Reynolds of Kailua-Kona, and 36-year-old Rodney K. Worley of Honoka’a were arrested on suspicion of gambling.
UPDATE: Kona Brush Fire Threatens Homes
The Hawai’i Fire Department says a fire that broke out Wednesday at about 12 p.m. is at risk to homes in the Komohana Kai subdivision.
Schatz to Be Honored with Distinguished Travel Champion Award
Senator Schatz was named given the honor for his “exceptional leadership in advancing policies that strengthen travel to and within America.”
Hirono Resolution to Recognize American Heart Month Approved
For the past two years, Senator Mazie Hirono has led the effort for recognition of the month.
Pu’uhonua o Honaunau NHP Now Fully Open
The entire Pu’uhonua o Honaunau National Historical Park is now fully open.
Blood Bank Cancels West Hawai’i Drives
Blood Bank of Hawai’i announced Tuesday that the scheduled drives have been canceled “proactively.”
Police Execute Search Warrants in Gambling Sting
The Hawai’i Police Department, alongside assistance from Homeland Security, the Honolulu Police Department, and Prosecutor’s Office investigators, executed search warrants Tuesday afternoon.
Ku’ikahi Recognizes 2015 Volunteer of the Year Recipients
Two mediators received Kuikahi’s 2015 Volunteer of the Year awards – Kathy Hammes and Evelyn Pacheco – who completed their Basic Mediation Training in 1989 and 1994, respectively.
Dengue Fever Count Holds at 260
No “potentially infectious” cases have been listed by the Hawai’i Department of Health since Tuesday, Feb. 23.
Everyday Heroes Celebrated During Red Cross Month
Back in 1943, President Franklin D. Roosevelt issued the first Red Cross month proclamation.
Puna Woman Sought by Authorities
Ashley K. Grammer is described as 5-foot-3 and 140 pounds. She has brown eyes and long brown hair.
Hawai’i Nears Top in ‘Best & Worst States for Women’ Analysis
A recent analysis of all 50 states and the District of Columbia on the “Best State for Women” turned up Hawai’i at number 10.
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.
