West Hawaii News
HPD Plans Temporary 93 MM Closure on Highway 11
The Hawai’i Police Department will close Highway 11 near the 93-mile marker in South Kona on Tuesday between 9:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
DOE May See Reduction in Daytime Electric Rates
The proposed rate reduction is in front of the Public Utilities Commission, with the request that the rates go into effect on Jan. 5, 2016 and remain in effect for ten years.
Dengue Fever: DOH Launches ‘Fight the Bite’ Campaign
The Hawai’i Department of Health announced “Fight the Bite,” an educational campaign to inform the public about dengue fever.
Attorneys Honored for Dedication to Free Legal Aid
Self-Help Recognition Awards were recently given to 30 attorneys who have provided free legal information to residents of West Hawai’i at the Self-Help Desk at the Kona courthouse.
3.6M Earthquake Shakes Big Island
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory reports a 3.6 magnitude earthquake shook the Big Island Monday morning.
DOH Confirms Additional Dengue Fever Cases
The case count of confirmed dengue fever cases on the Big Island rose by another four over the weekend, bringing the total number of confirmed dengue fever cases to 27.
Drowsy Driving Prevention Week Nov. 10-16
Nov. 10 through Nov. 16 is celebrated as National Drowsy Driving Prevention Week by the National Highway Safety Administration.
Police Search For Missing Hilo Man
Fifty-eight-year-old Hilo man William G. Quintana is being searched for by the Hawai’i Police Department after being reported missing.
Scheduled Lane Closures Nov. 9-13
The State of Hawai’i Department of Transportation and the Hawai’i County Department of Public Works have announced scheduled lane closures for the week.
Public Meetings on Dengue Fever Scheduled
Informational meetings on the recent dengue fever outbreak will be held at various locations throughout the island, beginning Monday at Yano Hall.
Man Dies in Kona Single-Motorcycle Crash
A single-motorcycle crash claimed the life of a man Saturday morning. The man, who has not been identified, reportedly failed to negotiate a turn in the roadway, according to the Hawai’i Police Department.
West Hawai’i Senator Responds To Dengue Outbreak
State Senator Josh Green, who represents District 3 (Kona and Ka’u), is calling on constituents within his district and across the Big Island to take precautions to reduce the spread of the dengue fever virus.
Third Circuit Judge Fujino Confirmed by Senate
Melvin H. Fujino has been confirmed by members of the Hawai’i State Senate in his permanent appointment to the Third Circuit.
Two Found Guilty of Blocking TMT Construction
Judge Barbara Takase ruled on Thursday in the first trials for those who were arrested as they protested against the construction of the Thirty Meter Telescope.
DOH Advises Public in Dengue Fever Prevention
The Hawai’i Department of Health is advising the public, not only on the Big Island but throughout the state, to take measures to ensure protection against dengue fever.
Dengue Fever: Four More Cases Confirmed
Four additional cases of dengue fever have been confirmed on the Big Island, bringing the total to 23.
Arrest List in Kona U.S. Marshals, HPD, ATF Operation
About 20 officers and agents participated in the four-day sweep of individuals connected to outstanding warrants on the Big Island.
UPDATE: One Lane of Highway 11 Reopened at 108 MM
Highway 11 is closed at the 108 mile marker in both directions as result of a traffic accident.
Man Charged with Theft in Stolen Jeep Incident
A man allegedly responsible for the theft of a Jeep Wrangler stolen over the summer has been arrested and charged.
Father of ‘Peter Boy’ Kema Released Pending Investgation
According to police, detectives continue to investigate possible drug and firearms charges against Kema and 45-year-old Jaylin M. Kema.
