West Hawaii News
Monthly Siren Warning Test Set for Jan. 4
The Hawai‘i Emergency Management Agency (formerly State Civil Defense) monthly test of the statewide outdoor siren warning system, coordinated with the test of the live audio broadcast segment of the Emergency Alert System, is scheduled for Monday, Jan. 4, 2016, at 11:45 a.m.
Scheduled Lane Closures Dec. 25–27
The State of Hawai‘i Department of Transportation and the County of Hawai’i Department of Public Works have announced the following temporary road closures for the weekend, Dec. 25 through 27.
New Lawsuit Filed Against Na’i Aupuni
Opponents of the Na’i Aupuni election have filed a lawsuit, hoping to hold the organization in contempt after its announcement that all delegates are eligible for February’s ‘aha.
HFD Issues Fireworks Guidelines
The Hawai’i County Fire Department has issued guidelines and tips for fireworks activity and safety.
Youth Holiday Hunting Slated
Youth ages 10 to 15 will be invited to participate in youth hunting over the next couple of weekends at Pohakuloa Training Area.
Kaloko-Honokōhau Road Closure Scheduled
Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park’s access to Kaloko Fishpond and parking lot will close on Jan. 7
Ige Submits Supplemental Budget
The budget proposes $729 million be allocated to improve basic infrastructure and economic, $161 million to support affordable housing, $247 million to address critical health care needs, and $248 million for education.
Red Cross Volunteers Active in 2015
Volunteers from the Hawai’i State Chapter of the American Red Cross were on standby during a busy hurricane season. They also responded to 75 local home fires.
Dengue ‘Potential Infection’ Count at Three
The count of individuals currently infected with dengue fever and who are able to potentially spread the disease has dropped to three.
Legislation Headed by Schatz Signed into Law
Legislation that will extend a tax credit to assist families in paying for residential clean energy equipment for five years was signed into law Friday.
Winter Comes Early on Mauna Kea
Mauna Kea’s Access Road was briefly closed Monday morning following icy conditions and a brief stint of snow.
Ignition Interlock Permit Rules Change Jan. 1
Drivers with an ignition interlock device on their vehicle will soon be able to reapply for their license prior to the completion of their revocation period.
HVO Scientists Monitor Puʻu ʻŌʻō Activity
Scientists believe that the vent opened into the area of an abandoned tube as lava worked its way to the surface.
Scheduled Lane Closures Dec. 21-24
The State of Hawai’i Department of Transportation and the County of Hawai’i Department of Public Works have announced scheduled lane closures for the week.
Missing Hale Nani Inmate Located, Arrested
A man wanted for his escape from Hale Nani Reintegration Center was located and arrested Saturday evening.
Vehicle Accident Causes Napoopoo Road Closure
Napoopoo Road in South Kona is closed Sunday morning as a result of a vehicle accident that caused a downed utility pole and wires.
UPDATE: Missing Man Located
A 66-year-old man is being sought by police after being reported missing early Sunday morning.
