West Hawaii News
Hazardous Conditions Force Closure of Kohanaiki
Kohanaiki Beach is closed until further notice because of hazardous conditions caused by a boat that ran aground in the vicinity of the park.
Gabbard Meets with Big Island Officials, Community Members
Representative Tulsi Gabbard traveled to the Big Island on Friday, where she met with Hawai’i County Mayor Billy Kenoi and Civil Defense Administrator Darryl Oliveira.
Weekend Road Work
Two East Hawai’i lane closures will continue through the weekend as night and weekend work continues.
New Study Researches Hawai’i Wildfires
The research paper was published in Pacific Science and draws on multiple sources to construct a history that shows more than a fourfold increase in the area burned annually.
Tree Trimming Scheduled in Kona Monday
Heavy equipment will be used to conduct the overhead work, between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Eight Big Island Schools Awarded For Wellness
Hawai’i Department of Health’s Safety and Wellness Survey showed that 84 schools across the state met over 90 percent of the Wellness Guidelines during the 2014-2015 school year.
Three Big Island Dengue Cases ‘Potentially Infectious’
Three new cases of dengue fever were confirmed Friday afternoon by the Hawai’i Department of Health.
Weekend Bird Hunting at Keamuku Maneuver Area
On Jan. 23 and Jan. 24, Army officials will open the Keamuku Maneuver Area for shotgun hunting of birds from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m.
TMT Official Says Next Move Awaits State
Thirty Meter Telescope Executive Director Ed Stone attended a Chamber of Commerce Hawai’i panel on the future of Mauna Kea on Friday.
‘Hawai’i Sex Offender Search’ App Wins Awards
The “Hawai’i Sex Offender Search” mobile app won the 2015 titles of Best Government Mobile Application and Best Information Services Mobile Application.
HPD: Elderly Targeted by Repair Work Scam
The Hawai’i Police Department is warning the public of a potential scam on the Big Island that appears to be targeted towards the elderly.
Expert Advice on Moving Out Mosquitoes
Whether the issue is illness prevention or just inconvenience, reducing the number of bugs on your property is important. And that means maintenance.
Police Release Jan. 22 Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Merrie Monarch Participants, Judges Announced
Judges for the 2016 Merrie Monarch festival include Keith Awai, Ed Collier, Ainsley Halemanu, Lahela Kaʻahui, Etua Lopes, Piʻilani Lua, and Holoua Stender.
Marines Officially Declared Dead, Memorial Set
Twelve Marines involved in a helicopter crash on Jan. 14 have officially been pronounced dead.
Police Continue Search for Wanted Hilo Woman
A public information request has been renewed by the Hawai’i Police Department on wanted 33-year-old Chanel Mariani.
Schatz Joins Group to Unveil College Afforadability Legislation
The legislative package is currently comprised of three Senate bills aimed at making community college free, addressing Pell Grant losses, and allowing borrowers to refinance.
HFD Continues to Monitor West Hawai’i Brush Fire
Hawai’i County Fire Department fire fighters continue to work towards extinguishing a fire that broke out in the Hawai’i Community College Palamanui area of West Hawai’i Wednesday afternoon.
HPD Seeks Wanted Hilo Man
Jason C. Shrader, 33, is being sought by the Hawai’i Police Department on outstanding bench warrants.
Dengue: Three Newly Reported ‘Potentially Infectious’ Individuals
Hawai’i Department of Health officials said Thursday that the three “potentially infectious” individuals have an onset of illness date between Jan. 11 and Jan. 16.
