West Hawaii News
DWS: Haleki’i Well Work May Take 2-3 Months
Repair work is underway at Haleki’i Well following its failure on Monday. Area customers are under a voluntary Water Conservation status.
Big Island Schools Named R.E.A.C.H. Intiative Participants
Kalanianaole Elementary and Intermediate School, Waiakea Intermediate School, and Waikoloa Middle School are among 14 schools statewide to participate in the 2015-16 R.E.A.C.H. Initiative.
DOE’s Matayoshi Receives ‘Exceeds Expectations’ Rating
The Board of Education rated Department of Education Superintendent Kathryn Matayoshi with an “Exceeds Expectation” evaluation grade.
Jimena Keeps Distance, Weakens
Hurricane Jimena continues to be tracked by the Central Pacific Hurricane Center.
UPDATE: Bayfront Highway Open, Beach Parks Remain Closed
Bayfront Highway has reopened. Serveral East Hawai’i beach parks remain closed.
Civil Defense Urges Preparedness Despite Storm Misses
Hawai’i County Civil Defense Administrator Darryl Oliveira sat down Tuesday to discuss the importance of being prepared despite recent stom ‘misses.’
UPDATE: Flood Advisory Extended Through 7:30 p.m.
The National Weather Service has extended a Flood Advisory for the Big Island through 7:30 p.m. Tuesday.
Mountain View Man Reported Missing
The Hawai’i Police Department is searching for a Mountain View man after a mainland relative reported him missing late last week.
‘Restless’ Volcano Study to Include Kilauea
The University of Hawai’i at Manoa will receive $1.2 million in funding as part of a six-university collaboration with the Volcano Hazards Program of the USGS.
Local Non-Profit to Receive Large Sum in Grant Money
The Hawai’i County Council will discuss the approval of an $83,500 grant to a local non-profit during its 9 a.m. meeting on Wednesday at the Hawai’i County Building in Hilo.
NextEra Pushes Newest Filings
Eighty-five commitments, more than 50 of which that are new, were detailed Monday as NextEra pushed to provide proof that the company would be beneficial to Hawai’i.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
A total of 693 arrests for driving under the influence have been made in 2015.
Hurricane Jimena Moves into Central Pacific
Tracking of Hurricane Jimena will be picked up by the Central Pacific Hurricane Center Tuesday, as the storm has moved into the Central Pacific Basin.
UPDATE: Large Surf Closes Bayfront Highway, Beach Parks
Bayfront Highway, along with several beach parks remain closed Tuesday afternoon as large surf and debris has impacted the areas.
Hamakua Man Sought by Police
A 43-year-old Hamakua man is being sought by the Hawai’i Police Department on a bench warrant for contempt of court.
Flood Advisory Issued Through 4:45 p.m
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Advisory through 4:45 p.m.
Hawai’i CC – Pālamanui Informational Meeting
After openening its doors just a week ago, Hawai’i Community College – Pālamanui plans to host a community informational meeting about its course offerings and degree programs.
Police Search for Missing Teen
The Hawai’i Police Department is searching for missing teenager Shalee Minamishin.
Late Night ‘Lights’ Likely Cosmos 1315 Payload
An overnight flash across the sky has a likely explanation.
Scheduled Road Closures Aug. 31 – Sept. 4
Temporary lane closures have been announced by the State Department of Transportation for the week of Aug. 31.
