West Hawaii News
Wonderberry’s Comics opens in Kona’s Lanihau Center
The 612-square-foot store specializes in an assortment of comic books, graphic novels and action figures.
Kona man faces slew of charges in connection with incident that involved shooting at an officer
Detectives with the Hawai‘i Police Department, after conferring with the Hawai’i County Office of the Prosecuting Attorney, on Saturday afternoon charged 27-year-old Dyllan Paulo-Leslie with several charges, including first-degree attempted murder and first-degree robbery.
Reactivation period for some driver’s licenses to end
On Dec. 1, all drivers with licenses that expired from March 16, 2022, through Nov. 30, 2021, will be required to apply for a new license.
Big Island weekly lane closures: Nov. 12-18
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announced weekly lane closures for Nov. 5-11.
Police: Two arrested in ongoing investigation of incident that involved shooting at an officer
The officer was uninjured and did not fire his service pistol during the incident.
Police: Avoid intersection of Hina Lani, Highway 190 in Kona
An investigation is ongoing in the area.
Kona restaurant’s Keiki Food Fund helps families struggling to climb back from pandemic
Kids should never go hungry, and Poi Dog Deli will continue to provide free keiki meals to those in need until donations run out.
Military convoys headed from Pōhakuloa Training Area to Kawaihae Harbor
Convoys are scheduled Nov. 10-11 and 17-18.
Hear ye, hear ye! First Honoka‘a Renaissance Faire cometh
The all-day faire will host an array of wondrous sights from local artisans peddling crafted wares and meals, medieval-themed games for all ages, a garden for parched guests to refresh themselves with mead or ale, and a stage with arts.
Firefighters respond to structure fire in Kealakekua
The building, whose owner is unknown, was a total loss.
Temporary trail, area closures at Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park
There will be temporary closures at Kaloko-Honokōhau National Historical Park in Kona on Nov. 10 and Dec. 2 due to helicopter operations to remove invasive, non-native vegetation.
Update: Highway 11 in Captain Cook has reopened
A structure fire near Konawaena School Road has closed Highway 11 between Ke’e Ke’e Steet and Onouli Road in Captain Cook.
County winding down Emergency Rental Assistance Program
All financial assistance approved moving forward will be prioritized, and funds will be disbursed to households facing eviction, utility shutoff or who have an unemployed adult and are at risk of homelessness.
Free Spring afterschool programs at Kealakehe and Konawaena elementary schools
The interactive curriculum for students in kingergarten through 5th grade focuses on three main areas: Hawaiian language/culture, STEAM and literacy.
Big Island weekly lane closures: Nov. 5-11
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation announced weekly lane closures for Nov. 5-11.
Stove causes fire at Waikoloa condo building after accidentally being turned on
The stove’s breaker was tripped and multiple items were found charred on top of the appliance.
What the 64% of Big Island voters who have yet to cast ballots for Nov. 8 Election need to know
Have you voted yet? There’s only three days left to turn in your ballot to be counted. The deadline is 7 p.m. on Nov. 8.
Governor’s Race: Both candidates have served the state as lieutenant governor
The 2022 race for governor features two men who each have served the state as lieutenant governor.
Alert level for Mauna Loa erupting remains at yellow (advisory), despite the hype
There’s a whole lot of warning going on when no warnings have been issued.
