West Hawai‘i News
Officer Cho Named ‘Officer of the Month’
The Kona Crime Prevention Committee has named Officer Darren Cho “Officer of the Month.”
What’s Closed on July 3?
Postal service will run on a normal schedule, while all state and county government offices will be closed.
Ige Signs Business, Health, Education Bills
Governor David Ige signed five bills into law Thursday morning.
Hilo Woman Wanted on Outstanding Warrant, Questioning
The Hawai’i Police Department is searching for Cristinalynn Kainani Wakita, who is wanted on an outstanding bench warrant.
Police Release July 2 Warrants
The list informs both the public and the individuals sought that a warrant is in effect for their arrest.
Weekend Hunting at PTA
Pohakuloa Training Areas 1-6, 9, 12-16, and a portion of 18 will be opened by Army officials over the weekend for bow hunting of mammals.
Suspects Sought in Tourist Robbery
Two suspects are being sought after by police following a Wednesday robbery of a tourist walking in the area of Waikoloa Beach Drive.
Smoke-Free State Park Ban Began Wednesday
Smoking is now prohibited at all state parks after the new law, Act 123, SLH 2015, went into effect Wednesday.
Ten High School ‘STARS’ Complete Workshop
Ten high school girls from around the state got a glimpse of what it is like in the aerospace industry during the second-annual STARS program.
Health Department Adds Additional Crisis Hotline
The Department of Health’s Adult Mental Health Division says that 20 percent of the 75,000 calls made in 2014 into its ACCESS line were for crisis intervention.
Kū Kiaʻi Mauna Discusses Recent Mauna Kea Events
Members of Kū Kiaʻi Mauna gathered on Oahu to address recent comments made by the governor and the continued road closure atop Mauna Kea.
Public Libraries to Observe Independence Day
Public libraries within the Hawai’i State Public Library System will close in observance of the Independence Day holiday.
Condo Owners Receive Assistance through State Services
Condominium owners in Hawai’i are being provided assistance through two new programs developed through the state’s Real Estate Commission.
New Coral Species Found in Hawaiian Waters
A new species of black coral, Leiopathes annosa, was found in deep ocean waters throughout the Hawaiian Islands and Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument
State Wins Ruling on Mandatory Landing Fees
A recent ruling by the State Supreme Court confirmed that the Department of Transportation can charge landing fees at all commercial airports.
Emergency Sirens to Sound For Monthly Test
Issues with siren operations should be reported to Hawai’i County Civil Defense by calling 935-0031.
Governor Ige Signs OHA Packet Bills
Governor David Ige signed HB207, HB209, and SB1166 Tuesday. HB207 pertains to OHA-administered Native Hawaiian custom and rights courses.
Hawaiian Electric Proposes PV Cost Adjustments
Hawaiian Electric has submitted a proposal to the Public Utilities Commission which aims to continue growth of rooftop photovoltaic systems statewide.
$25K Theft at The Nature Conservancy in Ka’u
The Nature Conservancy reports that $25,000 worth of equipment and supplies were stolen from a storage unit at its Kaiholena Preserve in Ka’u Monday morning.
State to Enforce Current Laws, Regulations on Mauna Kea
Governor David Ige emphasized safety on Mauna Kea during a Monday press conference. He said current laws and regulations will be enforced.
