West Hawaii News
Gabbard Recognized for Food System Support
In 2012, Food Policy Action was established on the efforts of food policy leaders. The goal is to hold legislators accountable on votes that have an effect on food and farming.
RBDG Applications Being Accepted by USDA
The United States Department of Agriculture is seeking applicants for the Rural Business Development Grant.
Escaped Furlough Inmate Located
Joshua Lopes-Keli, 26, who was wanted for furlough violation as a Hawai’i Community Correctional Center inmate, was located on Saturday.
Police Seek Stolen Bicycles
The Hawai’i Police Department is seeking the public’s help in locating three stolen bicycles with a total value of $4,700.
Confirmed Dengue Fever Cases at 139
Confirmed cases of dengue fever climbed by three over the weekend to 139.
Schatz Attends Climate Talks in Paris
Senator Brian Schatz, a member of the Senate Climate Action Task Force, traveled to Paris over the weekend to participate in the Paris Climate Talks.
‘Aimakapā Fishpond Site Visit Planned by NPS
A site visit has been planned by the National Park Service, as the Restoration Management Plan for the ‘Aimakapā Fishpond and Wetlands environmental assessment opens for public comment.
Governor Recognizes 74th Anniversary of the Attack on Pearl Harbor
On Monday, Governor David Ige recognized the the 74th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor during a ceremony.
Volcano Listed Among ‘Best Ranked Cities to Stay’
Travel booking website trivago recently listed Volcano in the top five of its “Best Cities to Stay” rankings.
Scheduled Lane Closures Dec. 7-11
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.
Police Release Dec. 4 Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Weekend Lane Closure
Rehabilitation work on Umauma Bridge continues as weekend and night work is underway.
Hawai’i Resident Affected by JEM Raw Salmonella Outbreak
A Hawai’i residents is among the 11 individuals affected by a salmonella outbreak associated with JEM Raw Chocolate, LLC products.
Big Island Dengue Fever: Count Rises to 136
Since Monday, the dengue fever count on the Big Island has risen by 24.
EPA: Aloha Petroleum Fined $650K for Violations
Facility changes and a $650,000 fine were agreed upon by Aloha Petroleum Inc. and the United States Environmental Protection Agency following violations against the Clean Air and Clean Water Acts.
HVNP Flight Operations Scheduled for December
Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park has announced its flight schedule for December.
Police Search for Missing Ocean View Woman
The Hawai’i Police Department is searching for a missing Ocean View woman who was last seen Thursday.
Congress Passes FAST ACT to Improve Transportation
Congress passed the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation Act on Thursday, which will fund highways and transportation infrastructure in Hawai’i and throughout the country for the next five years.
