West Hawaii News
Schatz Confirmed as DOE Deputy Superintendent
The Board of Education has confirmed Steven Schatz as deputy superintendent for the Hawai`i Department of Education.
Over 160 Legislative Bills Passed in Final Reading
The State Senate and House of Representatives passed over 160 bills Tuesday during its final read through. Now, the bills will be sent for governor approval.
Sen. Kouchi Named Senate President
Following a majority vote on Tuesday, Senator Ronald Kouchi replaces Senator Donna Mercado Kim as the Hawai’i State Senate President.
$55 Million Approved for Kona Judiciary Complex
A final reading of the Hawai’i State Judiciary’s appropriations bill passed on Tuesday, which includes $55 million to fund the new Kona Judiciary Complex.
HPD Warns Public of Auto Insurance Scam
Hawai’i Police Department officials are asking the public to be aware of an auto insurance scam that can come through phone calls, e-mail’s, and text messages.
Help USPS ‘Stamp Out Hunger’
The United States Post Office’s 23rd annual National Association of Letter Carriers’ Food Drive is on May 9.
Surf Competition Trials Coming Up at Honoli‘i Beach
The 31st Annual Quiksilver and Big Island Toyota Pro-Am surfing trials are coming up at Honoli’i Beach Park in Hilo on Saturday and Sunday, May 23 and 24, waves permitting.
FBI Continues Big Island Search for Brianne Kirk
The Federal Bureau of Investigation continues to search for 9-year-old Brianne Kirk, who is reportedly on the Big Island with her non-custodial father.
HPD Weekly DUI Statistical Breakdown
Statistics for driving under the influence and major accidents remain down in 2015.
Senators Introduce Native Language Bill
Senator Brian Schatz, along with six additional Senators, proposed a Native Language Bill Monday.
KKCC Accepting Pūalu Award Nominations
The Kona-Kohala Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for its 12th annual Pūalu Awards.
FBI Seeking Missing Colorado Child on Big Island
The Honolulu FBI is seeking public help in finding a 9-year-old Colorado girl reported missing who may be with her non-custodial parent on the Big Island.
Agreement Made on Marijuana Dispensary Bill
State Senate and House of Representative conferees came to a compromise on the marijuana dispensary bill Monday afternoon.
Final Negotiations Set for Marijuana Dispensary Bill
Select lawmakers will try one final time to work out differences in the proposed medical marijuana dispensary bill.
‘Landlord-Tenant Basics’ Kona Presentation
An information workshop on landlord-tenant basics will be held on May 12 at the Kailua-Kona Library.
Police Warn of Advance Fee Scam
The Hawai`i Police Department is warning the public of a financial scheme involving fraudulent checks that request an advance fee to be paid by victims.
Kealakehe Elementary Hosting Children’s Mental Health Awareness Events
Three events focused on raising community awareness of children’s mental health and available resources will be held at Kealakehe Elementary School.
State Sheriff Recruitment Opens Monday
The Hawai’i State Department of Public Safety announced that the State Sheriff Division will begin its recruitment process on Monday.
New Episode of ‘Hawai’i’s Most Wanted’ Airs May 1
Crime Stopper’s television program will highlight two men wanted by police on bench warrants and for questioning in ongoing investigations.
Kahalu’u Bay Education Center’s Turtle Talk
Kahalu’u Bay Education Center will hold its next Turtle Talk on May 14.
