West Hawai‘i News
Surf Impacts from Jimena Diminishing
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center continues to track Tropical Storm Jimena as it moves far north above the state. Surf should remain at advisory levels through Tuesday.
Labor Day 2015: What’s Closed?
Dating back to the late 1800’s, Labor Day began as a celebration for the working force of America. The holiday became federally recognized in 1894.
Jimena Stays Clear of Hawai’i, Brings Continous Large Surf
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center continues to monitor Tropical Storm Jimena.
Flood Warning Posted for Big Island Through 7:15 p.m.
Flood Warning posted for parts of the Big Island…
Jimena Dropped to Tropical Storm Status, Weakens
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center continues to track Tropical Storm Jimena.
UPDATE: Flood Advisory Extended Through 7:45 p.m.
The National Weather Service has extended a Flood Advisory for the Big Island through 7:45 p.m. Saturday.
Weekend Lane Closure
The Hawai’i State Department of Transportation has released lane closure information for the weekend of Sept. 5.
Jimena Remains Far East, Weakening
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center continues to track Hurricane Jimena.
UPDATE: Highway 11, Hualalai Road, Kuakini Highway Reopened
Highway 11 near the 108 mile marker and Hualalai Road at the intersection of Oni Oni Street have both now reopened.
Flash Flood Watch Extended Through Midnight
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Warning through 9:00 p.m.
Police Release Sept. 4 Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
National Suicide Prevention Week: Sept. 7-13
National Suicide Prevention Week is from Sept. 7-13, with World Suicide Prevention Day on Sept. 10.
Hawai’i HPV Vaccinations Low
In Hawai’i, research by the Centers for Disease Control shows that only 34 percent of females and 15 percent of males have been fully immunized from Human Papillomavirus.
HSPLS Libraries Will Observe Labor Day
Hawai’i State Public Library System libraries on the Big Island and throughout the state will observe Labor Day.
Phase 2 of Queen Kaahumanu Highway Widening Begins
Phase 2 of the Queen Kaahumanu Highway Widening project broke ground on Thursday in Kona.
Jimena Weakens, Moves NW Slowly East of Hawai’i
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center continues to monitor Hurricane Jimena.
Rehabilitated Hawaiian Monk Seals Transferred Out of Kona
The United States Coast Guard assisted in transporting two rehabilitated Hawaiian monk seals to Oahu from Kailua-Kona on Thursday.
Puna Man Arrested for Drug, Weapons Offenses
A 41-year-old Kona man was arrested on drug and weapons offenses after being arrested for driving without a license.
September is the Month to Prepare
The month of September of is National Preparedness Month, and so far in the 2015 hurricane season, the Big Island has seen some drastic weather forces threaten the island.
KVBID Works to Continue Clean and Safe Initiatives
Since 2008, the Kailua Village Business Improvement District has worked to provide clean and safe community initiatives.
