West Hawaii News
UPDATE: Daniel K. Inouye Highway Reopens
Daniel K. Inouye Highway is currently closed in both directions near the 14-mile marker as a result of a traffic accident.
Kawananakoa Playground Reopens with New Turf
After a three-and-a-half week closure, Kawananakoa Gymnasium’s children’s playground in Hilo reopened to the public Thursday.
Dengue: Another Confirmed Case Brings Total to 34
One new confirmed case of dengue fever on the Big Island was announced by the Hawai’i Department of Health Thursday, bringing the total count to 34.
Non-Profit Group Rebrands as Hawai’i Children’s Action Network
The non-profit group, Good Beginnings Alliance, re-launched to achieve a broader goal of advocacy and community organizing, according to the group.
Man Involved in Motorcycle Accident Identified
The Hawai’i Police Department says 62-year-old David Morse of Ocean View was driving along Highway 11 on Saturday, north of the 93-mile marker, when he failed to negotiate a turn in the road.
TMT Opponents Prep Ahead of Crew Movement
Thirty Meter Telescope opponents are strategizing their future plan of action in the wake of Tuesday’s announcement that a TMT crew would head up Mauna Kea.
Three Arrested for Blocking TMT to Testify in Hawaiian
Three individuals previously arrested on Mauna Kea will testify in Hawaiian.
No New Big Island Dengue Cases Confirmed Wednesday
No new cases of dengue fever were confirmed on the Big Island Wednesday. Spraying operations continue in Naalehu, Hilo, and Honaunau.
Brown Bag Series Session to Tackle Holiday Stress
Erika Ginnis will share “Stress Release Techniques for a Joyous and Peaceful Holiday Season” on Thursday, Nov. 19.
Veterans Day 2015
Veterans Day is celebrated yearly on Nov. 11 in honor of United States military veterans.
Stranded Whale Held Line of History with Researchers
A false killer whale that washed ashore Saturday was not just any whale. The 1,300-pound female had been spotted by researchers several times over the past eight years.
No Tsunami Threat Following 6.6M Chile Earthquake
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center says there is no tsunami threat to Hawai’i following a 6.6 magnitude earthquake off the coast of Central of Chile.
Hawai’i CC – Pālamanui Highlights Master of Social Work Degree
Hawai‘i Community College – Pālamanui in Kona will host an informational meeting for those interested in pursuing a Master of Social Work degree through the University of Hawai’i at Manoa.
DLNR: Mauna Kea Land for ‘Recreation, Research, Recovery’
A DLNR spokesperson said the resumption of TMT activity on Mauna Kea will coincide with hunting and other activities also happening on the mountain.
Big Island Dengue Fever Count Rises to 33
Six more dengue fever cases have been confirmed on the Big Island, bringing the total number of cases Tuesday to 33.
Mellon-Hawai’i Fellowship Selections Made
Three Native Hawaiian scholars will pursue original research and advance their academic careers through the Mellon-Hawai’i Fellowship program.
Hilo Elks Lodge Accepting Student Essay Submissions
Hilo Elks Lodge has announced the 2015-2016 Americanism Essay Contest, focused on the theme, “What I Can Do to Promote Americanism and Love of Country.”
TMT: ‘Small Crew’ Headed to Mauna Kea
A Thirty Meter Telescope crew will soon make its way back up Mauna Kea.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
A total of 922 DUI arrests have been made so far in 2015. That number is a 7.4 percent decrease from last year’s number of 996 arrests during the same time period.
POLL: TMT Commissioned Survey Shows Support
A total of 613 Hawai’i residents over the age of 18 were surveyed via cell phone and land line calls in October.
