West Hawai‘i News
Largest Ocean Thermal Plan Connects to Grid
On Friday morning, the world’s largest Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion power plant was celebrated by Makai Ocean Engineering.
HI-EMA to Receive Nearly $500K in Tsunami Funding
The State of Hawai’i will receive nearly half a million dollars in grant funding to provide support to the Hawai’i Emergency Management Agency.
Police Release Aug. 20 Arrest Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Coast Guard Aircraft Emergency Lands at KOA
A United States Coast Guard C-130 emergency landed at Kona International Airport Friday.
Ige Signs Emergency Proclaimation in Anticipation of Kilo
Governor David Ige has signed an emergency proclamation as Tropical Storm Kilo inches closer to the islands.
11 p.m. UPDATE: Kilo Track Nudged Left
This post will be updated throughout the day with the latest info…
Scientific Study Explores Hawai’i Coral Reefs
In an effort to study and reveal the world’s coral reefs, XL Catlin has announced the launch of a new scientific survey that will explore the health of various coral reefs in Hawai’i.
Flood Advisory Until 8 p.m.
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Advisory for the Big Island.
Wanted Woman Arrested, Charged
A wanted 19-year-old woman has been arrested and charged by the Hawai’i Police Department.
‘Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over’ Campaign to Begin
The national “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign will kick off Friday, Aug. 21 and will run through Sept. 7.
Police Search for Wanted Man
The Hawai’i Police Department is searching for 33-year-old Shaye K.M. Nishida, who is wanted on warrants.
DLIR: Big Island Unemployment Rate Drops
The Big Island’s unemployment rate dropped in the month of July to 4.2 percent, compared to 5.5 percent in June and 5.8 percent one-year ago.
Hawai’i REC to Hold West Hawai’i Committee Meetings
The Hawai’i Real Estate Commission will hold its standing committee meetings at the West Hawaii Civic Center’s Community Meeting Hale on Sept. 4.
Williams Named to NPS Fire Management Post
Ross Williams has been named new Fire Management Officer for Hawai’i Volcanoes National Park.
Hirono Fights for Affordable Higher Education
Senator Mazie Hirono has introduced a bill that would assist low-to-moderate income families in affording post-secondary education.
‘Stop Flu at School’ Kicks Off
More than 500,000 students have received vaccinations since the Stop Flu at School vaccination program started in 2007.
Police Search for Missing Hilo Woman
Twenty-eight-year-old Patricia Steve is being searched for by the Hawai’i Police Department. Steve was last seen Aug. 12.
